summer without you
a composition by Aseda Safoa
2020 / 2024
click below to hear a snippet of the piece
small ensemble piece for violin, flute, oboe, trumpet, french horn, piano
the story
In the Spring of 2019, a tragic accident in Seattle WA caused the death of a young woman (Sarah Wong, 19) who attended Seattle Pacific University. The grief that overtook the community, and the city at large was immense and indescribable. This piece was written to comfort those grieving when words were not enough; to lament the loss of a bright light, as we headed into the brightest time of the year- summertime.
“‘summer without you’ is dedicated to my friend, Jade Aritchita, and to her friend, Sarah Wong. May we always remember to cling to those we love in times of joy and in sorrow.”
Photo of Sarah Wong; Source- People.com
premiere of “summer without you” on February 3rd, 2o20 at First Free Methodist Church