Reflections for Clarinet and Piano Op 72

Reflections is a new five-movement composition for clarinet and piano by Neil Crossland. Each movement explores a different facet of introspection, ranging from lyrical serenity to agile, playful dialogue between the instruments. The clarinet's expressive range is matched by the piano's harmonic depth, creating a rich emotional tapestry. The work moves through contrasting moodscontemplative, whimsical, nostalgic, and passionateultimately returning to a place of calm resolve. Reflections invites both performer and listener on a journey through shifting emotional landscapes, with each movement acting as a mirror to a different state of mind. It is both intimate and expansive in character.