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Small EnsemblesFrosty the Snowman
Frosty the Snowman is presented as written for string orchestra in 2010.
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O, Little Town of Bethlehem
O, Little Town of Bethlehem (2010) was written for String Orchestra. This was an attempt to get all the string players playing all the right notes at the right time and in tune with each other. All sections have the melody at some time or another in this chamber-style setting.
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Small EnsemblesA Counterpoint for String Trio
A Counterpoint for String Trio (2009) Three equal players will enjoy this fun piece. It recalls the Inventions and Fugues so prominent in the Baroque Era. Each part has representative lines and techniques which will develop ensemble playing in which all parts are involved in the melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic structure of the work. The metronome marking is good, but a …
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Small EnsemblesA Counterpoint for Woodwind Trio
A Counterpoint for Woodwind Trio (2009) Three equal players will enjoy this fun piece. It recalls the Inventions and Fugues so prominent in the Baroque Era. Each part has representative lines and techniques which will develop ensemble playing in which all parts are involved in the melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic structure of the work. The metronome marking is good, but a trio that learns the piece will …
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Small EnsemblesFantasy for Flutes
Fantasy for Flutes (1994) a Flute Trio was written for a flautist who played Viola in my high school string orchestra. Her two friends in the band wanted an entry for Solo & Ensemble Festival. The trio was awarded a First Place rating. Three equal players will enjoy the interplay and the brief shifts in tonality. Following the metronome marking will give a quality performance.
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Small EnsemblesJesus, My Lord
Jesus, My Lord (1969) was written for a high school student in the church choir I conducted while in Bermuda. He needed a song to enter an island-wide vocal competition. He won first prize! Not sure, then, about my faith, I kept that song on paper and in my mind for years. It did not fit the music of the several churches I …
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Small EnsemblesReflections for Five Pianos and an Organ
Reflections (1996) for Five Pianos and Organ, was written to celebrate the hundred-year anniversary of a church, currently occupied by St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Springfield, IL. There were five pianos placed in various spaces of the three- story-building and an organ in the sanctuary. I was given the task to compose this work. I finally decided to make canonic entrances by the instruments …
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