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Second Wind Composition

Second Wind was an original composition by Charlie Rivera for drums and ensemble. Charlie performed it fourth during his April 28, 2026 freshman recital at the Juilliard School, immediately before the closing performance of “Cherokee.”

Premiere and Performance History

Charlie premiered the work during his freshman recital in Morse Hall. He played drums with the full ensemble and took a mid-piece solo while the other musicians pulled back.