"E Pluribus Unum" is a commissioned painting in honor of Dr. Timothy Mahr's retirement as Band Director at St. Olaf College. It is an interpretation of the first movement of his creation "Symphony No. 1".
From Dr. Mahr: "My Symphony No.1, commissioned by a consortium of 54 ensembles and premiered in 2016, is comprised of four movements. The first grew from pondering the challenge our nation and world have to come together rather than grow apart; the second is an acknowledgement of the need to focus on work that truly needs to be done; the third is a reverent appreciation of the love, respect, and joy to be found in others; and the last embodies hope, finding light within the darkness."
Enjoy an animated video below that travels around the painting, set to Dr. Mahr's music. Limited Edition, signed and numbered prints are available in three sizes. Go to Shop Art in the menu above, then choose Interpreting Music with Paint from the drop-down menu.