Commissioned in memory of renowned oboist/pedagogue John Mack, the title hints at how influential teachers shape their students' internal dialogues. Cast in two movements, the first (Ricercare doloroso)

For solo soprano saxophone. First printing. Commissioned by Christopher Creviston. Includes program and performance notes. Duration: ca. 9'. Score, 11 p.

For saxophone solo. First printing. In one movement. Premiered by Nicolas Prost in France, June 2019. Duration: ca. 3'. Score, 4 p.