It is a testament to Rae’s craft that he can compose a dozen pieces for beginning clarinetists and still evoke full descriptive representations of cities around the world. Each piece is immediately recognizable for its inspiration, whether Cairo, Paris, Moscow, or London. All pieces are written in the low register to accommodate beginners, while piano accompaniments will be comfortable for teachers. Each can be performed by soloist or duo, and the included audio CD includes both full recordings and play-along tracks.