Pann's Differences is originally a suite for cello and piano, comprised of five short movements, very much like a Baroque suite or partita. The individual pieces, however, are radically different from each
In the spirit of works by Mozart and Haydn bearing the same title, Hailstork’s Divertimento for Violin and Viola is a charming and light-hearted suite, designed to entertain and produce
Melodious and introspective, Double Concerto combines the soloists in a contrapuntal fabric that is sure to thrill. Its energetic scherzo is contrasted by the ethereal third movement that is
Duo for Eight Strings is among several chamber works composed by Samuel Adler during the early months of quarantine in 2020. The 3½-minute duo was written for and premiered by principal
Having written four String Quartets in less than a decade, Leshnoff strikes a lighter note with his fifth, titled Four Dances. The four dance movements are: I. Waltz, II. Pavane, III. Chas Tanz,
This is a straightforward yet beautiful arrangement of the famous tune. It will require sensitive musicianship and good technique, but is such a fine piece, it practically plays itself.
For piano quintet. Custom print edition. Four movements. Duration: ca. 20'. Score, 65 p. and parts.
Edited by Paul M. Somers & Janet Somers. For string quartet. Includes preface and editorial notes. Duration: ca. 19' 05". Score and parts.
A commission by Harris Miller and Deborah Kahn, both active figures in the politics and arts of Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., led to Leshnoff's 3rd String Quartet. The 20 minute work builds
Commissioned by the Johansen String Competition as the required work for semi-finalists, this work was launched into the string repertoire. Many young string players appreciate the brevity and melody of
This tour de force consists of two movements that are complete opposites. Movement 1, titled Momentum, starts with the viola and piano aggressively sharing a single note. Things start
The two-movement Vapors was composed in 2008-09, inspired by the composer's visit to artist Constance DeJong's studio. Leisner was moved by her large two-paneled Nitrate Painting XVI, and he has
Edited by Paul M. Somers & Janet Somers. For string quartet. Contemporary music based on the folk tune Sailor's Hornpipe. Duration: ca. 14'. Score and parts.
Written for Gil Shaham and performed at the 92nd Street Y in New York, this work contains traditional Jewish tunes as well as newly-composed ones. A Rabbi's Dance brings this work to a lively close.
For string quartet. First printing. Commissioned by the Trustees of the Saint Gaudens Memorial. Premiered on August 21, 2016 by the Arianna Quartet. Score and parts.