Thoughts on the Dreamer that Remains

To me, Harry Partch's systematic composition with microtonal scales is a fantastic example of music evoking emotions before before the lyrics tell you what to feel. For example, at approximately 6:39 in the piece before the singer begins recounting childhood sights and signs, the music took on brighter tone which made the listener curious and think child-like exploration. The first 6 minutes of the piece seemed very eerie and at times, dark. Perhaps that is the connection to the disillusionment and uncertainty that comes with dreams of children dissolving. Or I could completely be misreading the composition. As to how a felt during the piece, here is a break down of my reaction/emotions to it during various time intervals: Beginning -- I was a little anxious and not sure what to expect. The pause fueled the uncertainty. 2:15 -- The piece takes on an eerie feel with what I think are steel drums in the background. 2:50 -- My heartbeat quickens with harsh sound in the background 3:15 -- Still feels creepy, but searching 4:27 -- The low tones with the violin, give the piece a sadness 5:05 -- Very rythmnic and repetitive, but bells are unpredictable and keep me feeling anxious. 5:49 -- It is not happy, but much more chaotic. Feels like something will happen. 6:39 -- Felt very curious, childlike, even before the singer started talking about children. Much brighter tone. 9:54 -- Very up beat. Makes me think it would be played over a scene where someone is running and exploring.