This orchestral version amplifies the work’s intimate lyricism and emotional breadth into a sweeping, symphonic canvas. While first conceived for wind ensemble, the richness of the orchestra unlocks new colors and depth—romantic harmonies shimmer across strings, woodwinds, and brass, while the expanded palette of timbres magnifies both tenderness and intensity. The result is a work of compelling beauty and power, one that resonates universally in its ability to move listeners and affirm music’s capacity to honor memory, love, and human connection.