Nexus

Nexus, for solo trumpet and band, includes several links between James Curnow and educator Alfred Watkins, to whom the work is dedicated. It draws upon a well-known theme utilizing two primary musical settings. An energetic and agile scherzo appears in the beginning and again at the end, and is contrasted with an expressive ballad theme. This is a well-crafted and rewarding work for soloist and band alike.