An affectionate tribute to Czech-American composer Karel Husa, the composer's teacher at Cornell University. Two traditional Czech songs are quoted that Husa has used in his own music, as well as the
Ralph Vaughan Williams' charming suite of dances in the English style is a mainstay of the string orchestra concert repertoire. Adapted in collaboration with the composer from the 1921 Suite of Six
Great energy and pleasing solo passages.
This is an exceptionally pretty work perfect for the development and demonstration of a controlled orchestral sound. Also playable by strings alone.