FIRE IN THE DISTANCE
The new grade 3½ work by Kevin Krumenauer
About the Music
“We may not be able to predict the future, but we can enjoy the brightness that it holds.”
Fire in the Distance is an uplifting, motivically driven work that explores the uncertainty of our time with persistence and positivity. As the piece builds in urgency, it evokes a light shining in the darkness—a beacon guiding us toward a better future.
With its compelling energy and emotional depth, this piece resonates with performers and audiences alike.
Listen: Fire in the Distance by Kevin Krumenauer
2024 • 3 min. 30 sec. • Grade 3½
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About Kevin
Kevin Krumenauer is a composer and bass trombonist whose music explores themes of transcendence, beauty, and transformation. A former Deacon in the Episcopal Church, Kevin blends sacred and mystical ideas with propulsive rhythms and innovative harmonies to create works that emotionally connect with performers and audiences.
His compositions have been performed across the U.S. and internationally, commissioned by ensembles such as the Charles River Wind Ensemble, Cleveland Youth Wind Symphony, and Dartmouth College. Kevin studied composition with Margaret Brouwer and theology at Ashland Theological Seminary, with mentorship from David Maslanka.
He currently teaches at the Bloomingdale School of Music in New York City.