In Paths Untrodden (2013-2020) - Two un-gendered voices with Pierrot Ensemble (also available with piano-only)
A song cycle based on texts by Walt Whitman, this work allows performers the opportunity to have any gender expression or identity deliver the sung material, while also allowing performers to determine their own performance order of the songs. More details can be found at: https://youtu.be/hGaKzCFpmKo
A song cycle based on texts by Walt Whitman, this work allows performers the opportunity to have any gender expression or identity deliver the sung material, while also allowing performers to determine their own performance order of the songs. More details can be found at: https://youtu.be/hGaKzCFpmKo
Nocturnes (2020) - Piano solo
Written shortly into the start of the pandemic when we were all trapped inside, this collection of miniatures each focuses on a different compositional technique. Not all nights are quiet, either! (Performed by Haewon Yang)
I. rumination
II. gossamer
III. schemes
IV. music box
V. obsidian
Written shortly into the start of the pandemic when we were all trapped inside, this collection of miniatures each focuses on a different compositional technique. Not all nights are quiet, either! (Performed by Haewon Yang)
I. rumination
II. gossamer
III. schemes
IV. music box
V. obsidian
Three Scenes for Wind and Hammer (2020) - Flute/Piccolo and Piano
A suite depicting the various ways that the blowing of the wind and the striking of a hammer might intertwine.The first movement depicts the fine chiseling and chilly atmosphere needed for creating a sculpture from ice. The second movement find a miner toiling away in the dark, only to begin to hear whispers that drive the mind to madness. The final movement invokes metal-crafting and the brutal process of using searing flame to shape steel. (Performed by Jessica Raposo, flutes, and Nathan Froebe, piano)
I. Ice Sculptures
II. Whispering Mines
III. Forged in Flames
A suite depicting the various ways that the blowing of the wind and the striking of a hammer might intertwine.The first movement depicts the fine chiseling and chilly atmosphere needed for creating a sculpture from ice. The second movement find a miner toiling away in the dark, only to begin to hear whispers that drive the mind to madness. The final movement invokes metal-crafting and the brutal process of using searing flame to shape steel. (Performed by Jessica Raposo, flutes, and Nathan Froebe, piano)
I. Ice Sculptures
II. Whispering Mines
III. Forged in Flames
The Silver Raven (2017) - Flute Choir
The mythical silver raven begins as a calm, cool egg. Surreptitiously, it begins to stir and gradually morph the shape of its shell into elegant wings before ascending to flight. (Performed by the Kansas State University Flute Choir)
The mythical silver raven begins as a calm, cool egg. Surreptitiously, it begins to stir and gradually morph the shape of its shell into elegant wings before ascending to flight. (Performed by the Kansas State University Flute Choir)
What Words Cannot Say (2017) - Trombone Quartet
A lyric setting that is both poignant and unsettled, this work exemplifies the knotted anxiety we all feel just under the surface but cannot truly give a name to.
(Written for and performed by Tom Macaluso, Matt Bragstad, Kevin Schoeller, and Nick Lawrence)
A lyric setting that is both poignant and unsettled, this work exemplifies the knotted anxiety we all feel just under the surface but cannot truly give a name to.
(Written for and performed by Tom Macaluso, Matt Bragstad, Kevin Schoeller, and Nick Lawrence)
Vantages (2017) - Flute, Violin, and Piano
This continuous, five-movement work explores various vantage points, from featuring each instrument in the inner movements, to depicting the four classical elements. Each movement examines one element, divided into three sections, with the final movement being a culmination of the previous four movements to create a new element, Spirit.
I. Earth - The Deep, Plains, Mountain
II. Air - Sky, Storm, Snow
III. Water - Ice, Ocean, Rivers
IV. Fire - Blaze, Embers, Burning
V. Spirit - Pilgrims, Communion, Enlightened
(Written for and performed by the New Muse Ensemble: Danielle Breisach, flute; Peter Milickzy, violin; and Yana Avedyan, piano)
This continuous, five-movement work explores various vantage points, from featuring each instrument in the inner movements, to depicting the four classical elements. Each movement examines one element, divided into three sections, with the final movement being a culmination of the previous four movements to create a new element, Spirit.
I. Earth - The Deep, Plains, Mountain
II. Air - Sky, Storm, Snow
III. Water - Ice, Ocean, Rivers
IV. Fire - Blaze, Embers, Burning
V. Spirit - Pilgrims, Communion, Enlightened
(Written for and performed by the New Muse Ensemble: Danielle Breisach, flute; Peter Milickzy, violin; and Yana Avedyan, piano)
Songs of... (2015) - Alto Saxophone, Cello, Piano, Percussion
A series of continuous 'songs' based off a common index of material, this work explores a plethora of colors, techniques, and emotions with its unique combination of instruments. The description of a specific program for the songs is avoided, so the listener may freely impose their own interpretation.
(Written for and performed by Steve Carmichael, saxophone; with Kyle Price, cello; Kyle Johnson, piano; and Somali Wilson and James McKenzie, percussion.)
A series of continuous 'songs' based off a common index of material, this work explores a plethora of colors, techniques, and emotions with its unique combination of instruments. The description of a specific program for the songs is avoided, so the listener may freely impose their own interpretation.
(Written for and performed by Steve Carmichael, saxophone; with Kyle Price, cello; Kyle Johnson, piano; and Somali Wilson and James McKenzie, percussion.)
Enthralled, Enraptured, Emanciapted (2016) - Soprano Saxophone and Percussion
Two lovers come together, letting their chemistry unfold as they orbit one another.
(Written for and performed by Steve Carmichael, saxophone; with Somali Wilson, percussion.)
Two lovers come together, letting their chemistry unfold as they orbit one another.
(Written for and performed by Steve Carmichael, saxophone; with Somali Wilson, percussion.)
Extemporanea: Prelude & Caprice (2015) - Flute, Violin, Viola, Cello, Piano
Through-composed, this piece is a feature for the flute where the ensemble chases after it through a variety of scenes.
(Performed by Danielle Breisach, flute; Peter Milickzy, violin; Joshua Dieranger, viola; Ben Bauer, cello; and Yana Avedyan, piano.)
Through-composed, this piece is a feature for the flute where the ensemble chases after it through a variety of scenes.
(Performed by Danielle Breisach, flute; Peter Milickzy, violin; Joshua Dieranger, viola; Ben Bauer, cello; and Yana Avedyan, piano.)
Obnoxia (2015) - Tenor Saxophone solo
A unique character piece that employs a variety of extended techniques to embody an
array of off-beat moods, such as that of a cantankerous old man, a whiny middle school
girl, and a boisterous little child on a sugar rush.
(Written for and performed by Steve Carmichael.)
A unique character piece that employs a variety of extended techniques to embody an
array of off-beat moods, such as that of a cantankerous old man, a whiny middle school
girl, and a boisterous little child on a sugar rush.
(Written for and performed by Steve Carmichael.)
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I. Cantankerous |
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II. Whiny |
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III. Boisterous |
Glint (2015) - Trumpet and Vibraphone
A foggy and hazy work utilizing the more lyric sides of these two instruments.
(Performed by Eric Siereveld and Andrew Baldwin.)
A foggy and hazy work utilizing the more lyric sides of these two instruments.
(Performed by Eric Siereveld and Andrew Baldwin.)
Here The Frailest Leaves / This Moment Yearning and Thoughtful (2014)
- Low Voice & Piano
Two poems by Walt Whitman, performed attaca, excerpted from a larger song cycle.
- Low Voice & Piano
Two poems by Walt Whitman, performed attaca, excerpted from a larger song cycle.
To A Stranger (2013) - High Voice, Low Voice, and Piano
From Walt Whitman's Calamus section of "Leaves of Grass," this song details the
emotions and events that occur between two people when they first meet and wonder
if they will then be able to meet again.
From Walt Whitman's Calamus section of "Leaves of Grass," this song details the
emotions and events that occur between two people when they first meet and wonder
if they will then be able to meet again.
Fantasia (2012)- Alto Saxophone or Bb Clarinet and Piano
Described as 'darkly romantic', this work is based upon small fragments of motives that
spin around to a dizzying climax before calmly coming to rest. (Recording: Sax version)
Described as 'darkly romantic', this work is based upon small fragments of motives that
spin around to a dizzying climax before calmly coming to rest. (Recording: Sax version)
Five Sketches for Piano (2013) - Piano
Five short movements meant to represent a variety of musical selections, emulating the
process of choosing repertoire for a concert.
Five short movements meant to represent a variety of musical selections, emulating the
process of choosing repertoire for a concert.
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I. Agitato Marcato II. Tranquillo Notturno III. Intermezzo Scherzando IV. Adagio Drammatico V. Presto Ritmico |
For Him I Sing (2013) - High Voice and piano
Based on a text by Walt Whitman, this song is both eerie and intense, describing a
relationship that has endured many trials.
Based on a text by Walt Whitman, this song is both eerie and intense, describing a
relationship that has endured many trials.
