About the Piece

AMPS also known as Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome is something my sister has been suffering from since she got COVID-19. AMPS has really affected all of our lives especially hers. AMPS is chronic and happens when the nervous system "overreacts" to pain or pain like stimulants. My sister has really struggled but also made some tremendous progress and I am very proud of her. She has not only pulled through her tough days, but she has gone from not being able to walk, to being able to run freely again. This suite is meant for middle school bands but can also be performed by high school bands.

"The Journey" is a dynamic and evolving musical piece that captures the endless pursuit of discovery, symbolizing my sister's ongoing journey through AMPS. The piece mirrors the relentless drive of my sister's spirit, with shifting tones and textures representing the highs and lows of a path that never truly ends, but continually transforms.

I'm creating AMPS awareness since not a lot of people know how difficult it is to endure a condition like this. This is why I created the Journey Project with this  suite to help bring awareness in the music composition world as well.