This collection of compositions is for the open/closed glottis, second-formant, melodic technique of jaw harp playing, as can be found in the traditional musics of Norway, Kyrgyzstan, Sicily, Estonia, and Rajasthan. In Russian and English. включает в себя перевод на русский язык.
“…a valuable addition to the contemporary repertoire.” — Clarinet and Saxophone Magazine, UK Michael Kaulkin’s American Standard (9 minutes) is a single-movement showpiece that balances aching lyricism with mischievous virtuosity. The clarinet line demands agility, dramatic expression, and theatrical flair, while the piano writing provides both sparkling dialogue and driving momentum. A favorite in recital […]
A favorite of orchestra and concert band audiences, “Procession of the Nobles” by Rimsky-Korsakov is here made available for brass quintet, organ and percussion. Trumpet parts are printed in alternate transpositions. Percussion parts are available in a 1-player and a 2-player version. The recording provided here is the 1-player version. The music has a wide variety of uses, from concerts, to […]
Designed as a lyrical showpiece to spotlight the elegance of the saxophone’s altissimo register, Fantasia on Lyun Joon Kim’s Elegy was composed in 2009 for the 70th anniversary of Hanyang University, of which Lyun Joon Kim was the founder. Also a poet and composer, Lyun Joon Kim wrote many Korean art songs, from which the Elegy is one […]
Advent Music for Trumpet is rare. This piece might be just the ticket. It is cheery, easy to listen to, and approachable for an average pianist and good high school trumpet player. While Advent is a reflective season for the church, there is also reason for cheerful and hopeful prospects. This music supplies such a […]
Everyone remembers Aesop’s meaningful stories from childhood! This spirited suite for woodwind quintet with narrator recounts five of Aesop’s well-loved tales. The fables come to life through vivid music and clever narration; and of course, each fable concludes with its timeless and well-known lesson. The two main characters in each story are musically represented by […]
Fantasia on Lyun Joon Kim’s Elegy is a lyrical showpiece composed in 2009 for the 70th anniversary of Hanyang University, of which Lyun Joon Kim was the founder. Also a poet and composer, Lyun Joon Kim wrote many Korean art songs, from which the Elegy is one of the more widely-known in Korea. This rhapsodic fantasia […]
This set of short pieces was written for my good friend and collaborator, Boston Symphony Orchestra violist Mark Ludwig. In them, I have tried to capture, in purely musical terms, some of the characteristics of the stream of thought; its bends, meanderings, twists and unexpected concatenations. Since all thought is necessarily an individual matter, I […]
“Picardy” is a French province where this beautiful 17th century melody originates. It is popularly associated with the hymn “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence” which originates from first century Jerusalem. This setting, in keeping with its roots, is gentle and reflective. The violin is the perfect instrument to express its sensitivity and beauty. The organ accompaniment borrows from […]
Trio for Three Flutes may be played by three flutes or two flutes plus alto flute. For larger groups, the third part may be played by a mix of alto and soprano flute, depending upon availability of instruments. The Trio is an excellent contest piece, providing a range of playing styles and tempos in a compact length of […]
