Approaching 16 Psyche – Ryan Powell
By Psyche Inspired
This marching band tune about the Psyche spacecraft coming up upon the asteroid, captures the excitement and beauty of the final moments before it enters orbit around the Psyche asteroid. There is more of an emphasis on the brass and percussion during the main theme to really keep it driving forward. There are also a lot of little pointillistic elements, particularly with the woodwinds in the beginning, which can be imagined as stars sparkling in the background as the spacecraft travels. Parts were written for a full marching band with the hope of it being recorded as well!