The metaphor of approach and withdrawal unfolds on multiple levels. At the beginning, the syllables of the phrase "It's getting late"—both in German and French —are fragmented and rapidly interwoven between the two languages. Gradually, the text becomes more structured, with parts coming together. However, just before the full text emerges, we find ourselves already moving away again.
The composition is structured in three main sections, each further divided into three subsections. Within these sections, evolving relationships between speed, meter, and event density shape the musical flow. Nine chords, each built from five notes, serve as the foundation for nine short melodies. These melodies undergo transformations in relation to the rhythmic structures, altering their form as the piece progresses.
At its core, this work is a reflection on the fragility of every moment.