Song of Solomon 8

This four-movement suite was inspired by the composer’s childhood years in Nigeria, her father’s homeland. The Village Children at Play captures the children’s joyful energy,

Commissioned by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center for an "Homage to Schubert" concert, Allegretto quasi Andantino was composed for the piano duo of Emanuel Ax and Yoko Nozaki. The

For piano. First printing. Three movement work dedicated to pianist Nadia Shpachenko. Inspired in part by the death of Steven Stucky. Duration: ca. 8'. Score, 11 p.

This intriguing 11-minute work builds on alternations between declamatory unmetered phrases (beginning as "sonorous, rubato, with great aplomb and resonance") and strictly motoric rhythmic sections,

For solo piano.  First printing.  Inspired by the village Bamboo Dance from southern China.  Includes program and performance notes.  Duration: ... view details

Chen Yi’s Bamboo Song is a powerful scene of optimism, inspired by artists who are self-disciplined and consistent, and who seriously care about nature and society. The composer writes:

For 1 piano, 4 hands.  First edition, custom print.  Commissioned by the Stetson University School of Music.  Seven movements: Kopy Katz; Chord Board; Spanish Spasm; Whole-Tone Stones;

For piano & orchestra (piano reduction).  Custom print edition.  Commissioned by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.  Premiered in Atlanta, June 2008.  Influenced by the music of the