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,
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
"Sonata for Violoncello and Piano was written especially for cellist Emil Miland. I fashioned this piece long, arching melodies that are unabashedly lyrical and romantic in character. The first