The Return of Wolf
The Return of Wolf is a musical work evoking the rebirth of an ecosystem following the return of wolves to their natural habitat. Inspired by the phenomenon of the trophic cascade—observed most notably in Yellowstone National Park—the piece tells the story of the profound and luminous transformation of a restored landscape. Beyond the environmental narrative, this work serves as a metaphor for our society: a powerful reminder that diversity is the foundation of our collective wealth. It carries a universal message—one that is unifying and resolutely hopeful.
Instrumentation:
- Version for narrator and classical orchestra: 2222 / 2210 / hrp / timp+2 / str
- Suite version for string orchestra
Duration:
- Version for narrator and classical orchestra: 17 minutes
- Suite version for string orchestra: 10 minutes
Co-commissioned by ROCO and the Orchestre classique de Montréal.
Premieres:
- Version for narrator and classical orchestra: February 13, 2027, by ROCO and Mei-Ann Chen, at the Zilkha Hall, Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, in Houston, TX, United States.
- Suite version for string orchestra: March 11, 2027, by Orchestre classique de Montréal and Andrei Feher, at the Salle Pierre-Mercure, Montreal, QC, Canada.
2027, Mar. 11 | Orchestre classique de Montréal, Andrei Feher | Salle Pierre-Mercure, Montreal, QC, Canada | Premiere of the suite version for string orchestra
2027, Feb. 13 | ROCO, Mei-Ann Chen | Zilkha Hall, Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, Houston, TX, United States | Premiere of the version for narrator and classical orchestra
