for Orchestra
 
Las Apariencias Engañan is inspired by Afro-Cuban Bembe rhythms.  These rhythms, widely performed throughout Latin America, have dramatically influenced American popular music but have been lost in their original form for most listeners.  This composition is intended to provide a fun and exciting way to help reintroduce this wonderful music to musicians and audiences.
 
COMMISSIONED BY
 
Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras
 
Dr. Adam Hayes and a consortium of ensembles including
 
University of South Carolina Symphonic Winds, Dr. Rebecca Phillips, Conductor
 
Middle Tennessee State University Symphonic Band, Craig Cornish, Conductor
 
Etowah Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Michael R. Gagliardo, Conductor
 
Ipswich High School Wind Ensemble, Gerald Dolan, Conductor