Per Ardua Ad Astra — Lucius Bluenote Carter
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Per Ardua Ad Astra — Lucius Bluenote Carter
Per Ardua Ad Astra — Through Adversity to the Stars — is a sweeping cinematic instrumental that explores the emotional journey from uncertainty towards fulfilment, carried by the expressive warmth of tenor saxophone and the grandeur of a symphonic orchestra.
The composition begins in an atmosphere of spacious contemplation. Sustained orchestral strings establish a sense of anticipation before the tenor saxophone enters, its breath-rich, lyrical voice bringing an unmistakably human presence to the expansive musical landscape.
As the arrangement develops, rising orchestral counterlines and carefully measured swells introduce a growing sense of purpose. The saxophone remains at the heart of the composition, its melodic expression moving naturally between intimacy and grandeur.
A majestic central passage brings the orchestral forces together, allowing the music to reach its emotional summit without sacrificing the elegance and clarity of the principal melody.
From this height, the arrangement gradually returns to a quieter, more reflective atmosphere. The tenor saxophone settles above softened strings, and the journey concludes with a graceful, spacious final chord.
There is something deeply affecting about this resolution. Rather than announcing a dramatic victory, the music offers the quiet satisfaction of arrival.
Per Ardua Ad Astra is a musical expression of perseverance, discovery and the extraordinary beauty of reaching beyond the familiar.
PRODUCTION
Performed by: Lucius Bluenote Carter
Songwriter: Peter Pickering
Creative Direction & Executive Production: Peter Pickering
Creative Production & Release Management: Parichad
Music Production & Arrangement: Sessions on the Green®
Additional Production & Instrumentation: Sessions on the Green®
Audio Editing, Mixing & Post-Production: Sessions on the Green®
Mastering & Audio Quality Control: Parichad
VISUAL PRODUCTION
Photography & Videography: Peter Pickering, Parichad & licensed stock media
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Digital Publishing & Platform Operations: Tankawin Khong On
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PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
Production Planning & Coordination: Sessions on the Green®
Budgeting & Financial Administration: Peter Pickering
STUDIOS & RIGHTS
Sessions on the Green® Studios — Perth, Australia / Udon Thani, Thailand
Publisher: Sessions on the Green®
Songwriter / Legal Rights: Peter Pickering
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