In La Cittadella Kees Vlak reflects the stark contrasts
in the Italian mountain village Assisi. On the one
hand there is the bustle of the hundreds of
thousands visitors who have come to admire the
beautiful San Francesco Basilica. On the other
hand within the city walls there is La Cittadella, a
complex of buildings where severely handicapped
people are taken care of by sisters. The dissonant
main theme in the solo trumpet depicts the isolation
of these people. Still, the loving care of the sisters
provides some light in the darkness. This beautiful
piece will bring a sense of spiritual love to any concert.