7/7, by Paul Sanho Kim
Seung-Hye Kim, piano; Paul Sanho Kim, violin; Elizabeth Meszaros, cello
7/7 is the birthday of my daughter, who was born at 7:49pm, weighing 7 pounds and 7 ounces at 21 inches in length. This work celebrates the joy and energy she brings to myself and my family, as well as our dreams for a happy future for her. The first movement looks back toward her earliest years and the joy of welcoming her into our lives. The second movement is dreamlike in character, representing the myriad possibilities for her future, like the stars in the night sky. The last movement is a portrayal of her boundless (and sometimes mischievous) energy as a growing child.
Every movement plays in ...