Consortium for Soprano and Symphonic Winds
Robert Ambrose (Georgia State University) and Lindsay Kesselman (UNCG) invite co-commissioners for a new work for solo soprano and symphonic winds by Gala Flagello. The piece will be 18–20 minutes in length, structured as multiple movements, setting a selection of poems to be determined by Flagello and Kesselman. Flagello's work will explore themes of perseverance, vulnerability, compassion, joy, belonging, ambition, and awe. The solo soprano and symphonic winds will both be featured, balancing and highlighting their unique colors and characteristics to create a moving, kaleidoscopic large-scale work.
Consortium Details
Instrumentation: Solo soprano voice with symphonic winds, approximately as follows: piccolo, flute (2 parts), oboe (2 parts), clarinet (3 parts), bass clarinet, bassoon (2 parts), horn (2-4 parts), trumpet (3 parts), trombone (3 parts), tuba, piano, percussion (timpani & 4-5 players)​
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Duration: 18-20 minutes, split into movements
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Delivery: December 15, 2026
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Co-Commissioner Information:
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Primary Co-Commissioner Buy-In: $3,000
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Additional Co-Commissioner Buy-In: Spots may be available in Fall 2026
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You will be contacted by Ashley Killam, who will issue a contract and invoice. Payment will be made directly to Gala Flagello. Payments may occur in installments across multiple fiscal years.
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Co-commissioners are not required to engage Lindsay Kesselman as the soloist for their consortium premiere, though she is the project's recommended soloist.
Consortium Members
Georgia State University, Robert Ambrose (Consortium Lead)
Lindsay Kesselman (Consortium Lead)
Louisiana State University, Damon Talley
Shenandoah Conservatory, ​Timothy Robblee
Temple University, Trish Cornett
Explore Gala's works for winds:
The Bird-While (2022) for solo flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and symphonic winds, performed by Hub New Music and the University of Illinois Wind Symphony, cond. Kevin Geraldi
Love & Nature (2024) for wind band, performed by the United States Coast Guard Band, cond. CDR Adam Williamson
Modern Legacy (2025) for large chamber winds, performed by the University of Florida Bands, cond. David Waybright