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Enas choros pou tha thymomaste (Greek:
  ΈΝΑΣ
  ΧΟΡΌΣ
  ΠΟΥ ΘΑ
  ΘΥΜΌΜΑΣΤΕ)
  was written in 2019 to conclude the annual holiday concert fundraiser program
  that Safioleas routinely organized with his colleague, philanthropist, Maria
  Ria Clough, at the Wamsutta Club at the James Arnold Mansion in New Bedford,
  Massachusetts. The title translation is A Dance That We Will Remember. The
  piece is a demonstration of the variety and versatility of Safioleas as a
  composer.  Additionally, it is a
  tribute to his family and friends of Greek descendance.  The melodiesexpressive and possessing a
  distinct Greek flairare wonderfully supported by the lower strings and
  piano.  The contrasting sections build
  with intensity and animation as the work progresses. There are even
  directions for the performers to shout OPA! during the piece, and audiences
  are invited to clap on the downbeats; both actions frequently observed in
  Greek dance music.

Enas choros pou tha thymomaste

Piano Quintet- 2 Violins, Viola, Cello, Piano Quintet

Let's Go was written for the charity concert fundraiser program hosted in
  2019 at the M. Steinert and Sons Recital Hall at its former location in
  Natick, Massachusetts. A Piano Quintet with abundant energy and colorful
  melodies, it is dedicated to its original performers and was revised in 2022.
  The piece offers an enjoyable and charming challenge for its performers.
  Quite rhythmic and with alternating time signatures, it maintains a
  fast-paced and stimulating structure. There are even opportunities for the
  upper strings to engage in percussion! Audiences are welcomed by the
  performers to join them on an exciting journey.

Let's Go

Perseverance was inspired by a photograph taken of violinist James Ferus
  at Tomales Bay, California.  Ferus and
  Safioleas were colleagues in high school, studying and performing music
  together.  The photograph depicts James
  extending his arms in apparent victory, in front of turbulent waves.  The shot resonated significantly with
  Safioleas, so much that he decided to write a Piano Quintet for James in
  2019.  Cinematic in nature, the work is
  intended to portray the act of persevering through a challenging
  conflict.  It was debuted at the Steinway
  Recital Hall of M. Steinert and Sons, formerly located in Natick,
  Massachusetts, in 2019.  Safioleas
  revised the work this year. The main melody is first presented in a lyric
  form, and later, develops into a march-like form. This transformation
  represents the adaptation of an individual in response to the troubles
  encountered in life.  As a whole,
  Perseverance also aims to depict the beauty and power of the ocean.

Perseverance

Reassurance was inspired by the loving aunt of Safioleas, Evangelia
  Xiarhos, to whom the work is dedicated. Born premature, Safioleas received
  intensive care as an infant.  The
  constant needle sticks and medical attention overwhelmed him.  Evangelia would ask the nursing staff to
  roll his incubator to the observation window. She would so much as tap on the
  glass, and his crying would cease. 
  Since then, Safioleas has always found comfort in her presence.  Her soothing and encouraging nature is
  deeply experienced in this work. 
  Reassurance is a gorgeous lyric piece for solo piano.  Uplifting, refreshing, and promising, it
  reminds us that everything is going to be okay.

Reassurance

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Exuberance is a work for solo piano that is filled with energy,
  excitement, and determination. Its memorable melodies are overflowing with
  vibrance and jubilance.  The pianist is
  presented with a wonderful opportunity to tell an unforgettable story.  A key challenge that they encounter is the
  need to maintain consistent momentum; from the pieceis exhilarating
  introduction, to its final, powerful concluding chords.  An additional delight is the several,
  cascading passages present throughout the work, which heighten the
  performingias well as listeningiexperience all that much more.  Anticipatory and attractive elements are,
  certainly, in abundance.

Exuberance

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