From the beginning, the string section is prominently featured with the winds and percussion used mainly to punctuate dramatic moments or reinforce climaxes.
It takes a special talent to create a work with so much surface appeal while being enriched by clever subtleties and intricacies.
[4]Conversely, Charly Spining of the Arizona Daily Sun gave the piece only lukewarm praise, remarking, "In three thematically inter-related sections or movements, Theofanidis' piece presents powerful thematic elements, initially introduced in unison passages for strings and winds, and then developed in an imitative fashion.
In the middle section, more diverse rhythmic elements offer some variety before returning to the opening themes as the piece concludes."
He added, "While captivating in its concept and colorful instrumentation, the piece is mono-thematic and a bit repetitive, offering little contrast in the tightly integrated sections.