Make a Statement is a single movement work for a large ensemble written in three asymmetrical sections. The first section is my own statement, energetically contrasting running melodies with sharp interjections and low drones. The second section consists of the statements of others. Many performers are given the opportunity to speak their mind through free improvisation while others occasionally ornament the harmonies surrounding them. Finally, the third section returns to and builds on my statement, becoming nuanced by the thoughts, feelings, and truths of others. The end result is an overwhelming texture of sound and momentum, reminding listeners to use each day of their lives to make statements of their own.