Commissioned by Astral Artist Tommy Mesa for his project Songs of Isolation, SEVEN is a tribute to the essential workers during the global COVID-19 pandemic, as well as to those who lost lives and are still suffering from the crisis. Written in Manhattan, the piece ends with seven bell-like sounds, alluding to New York's daily 7pm tribute during the lockdown, the moment when New Yorkers clapped from their windows, connecting with each other and expressing appreciation for those on the front lines. - Andrea Casarrubios
Performed live by Paul Seminara at the University of Central Arkansas on 4/28/2023.