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An instrumental duet for viola or clarinet in Bb, violoncello, and piano based on the hymn tune NEW BRITAIN (AMAZING GRACE.) Opening with a sostenuto piano introduction supporting pulsing 8ths in the

Written as one continuous movement, the music begins with a haunting Aria. A chromatic musical language creates a mysterious mood. The pianist and violinist trade musical motives back and forth as equal but

Written for Jennifer Kloetzel, Cello Sonata is composed in three sections performed without pause: the first is lyrical and reaches upward, the second is a darker riff on the blues,

Commissioned by CitiMusic Cleveland Chamber Orchestra for a season titled Equality, Justice, Freedom, this three-movement work considers the emotions evoked by lack of equality (anger and frustration),

All three songs from Prayers and Blessings are interconnected motivically, yet distinct in meter, tonality and message. Peace and reverence flow throughout. The version for bass-baritone was

Reflections was begun In the late 1990's and finished around 2010. Despite the title, the piece is structured in one continuous movement. After a mysterious and melancholy opening (some have called it

This three-movement work is composed in a readily accessible tonal style. Colorful harmonies and concise structural elements highlight each movement. Melodic lyricism is a constant characteristic

Written for Ethan Filner, Ruehr's one-movement Viola Sonata received its world premiere in 2017 at the University of Toronto with Ethan and pianist Jamie Parker. The work features