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Program Notes This is an arrangement of the classic Christmas carol, I Wonder as I Wander for piano trio. I’ve always loved the contemplative nature of this piece – and especially the beautiful arrangement by Luciano Berio. This is my take on the work — with a little flavor of Indian classical music in the … Read more
Program Notes I am constantly drawn to the ‘dohe’ (couplets) of Kabir. His statements are pithy but their meanings are vast. They have been set and sung for hundreds of years in the Hindustani classical tradition, and they seem to meet each generation of performers and listeners in a unique way. This tiny couplet is … Read more
Program Notes I love writing music for young people. This vibrant Hindustani bhajan is a beautiful portrait of Krishna dancing. My arrangement is designed with young musicians from both cultures in mind, with the aim to draw them towards one another, one step at a time. Recording Special Performance Requirements This is a string orchestra … Read more
Program Notes I am constantly drawn to the ‘dohe’ (couplets) of Kabir. His statements are pithy but their meanings are vast. They have been set and sung for hundreds of years in the Hindustani classical tradition, and they seem to meet each generation of performers and listeners in a unique way. This tiny couplet is … Read more
Program Notes This is an arrangement of the classic Christmas carol, I Wonder as I Wander for piano trio. I’ve always loved the contemplative nature of this piece – and especially the beautiful arrangement by Luciano Berio. This is my take on the work — with a little flavor of Indian classical music in the … Read more
Program Notes This work started in its trio, for professional violinist and violist Scott St. John, Sharon Wei, and their daughter Julia, who was 8 years old at the time I wrote this piece, and was just learning to play the violin. I loved working with Julia to create a piece that would showcase and … Read more
Program Notes I love writing music for young people. This vibrant Hindustani bhajan is a beautiful portrait of Krishna dancing. My arrangement is designed with young musicians from both cultures in mind, with the aim to draw them towards one another, one step at a time. Recording Special Performance Requirements This piece is designed specifically … Read more