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The text of My Cage is based on the poem, "Flightless Wings" written by 14 year old Sydney Smallwood. The evocative opening line, "I'm finished with my cage; for what interest does a flightless bird have?" sets the tone for the composition. It's loaded with driving, syncopated rhythms throughout, and is accompanied by a thrilling piano part. It also has an optional cello part. My Cage builds to a rousing climax at the end with the line "I must break free!", and would make a great choice as a concert opener or closer. My Cage was commissioned by the Winston-Salem Girls Chorus for their 20th Anniversary Gala. The premiere was April 28, 2019.

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