chamber orchestra/piano

This set of six stylized dances for chamber orchestra traces the development of music in 3/4 time from country Laendler to grand Viennese Waltz. Metaphorically representing the stages of development of the musician from young person to mature artist, this complex biographical piece was dedicated to an inspiring former teacher.

1. Laendler “The Innocence of Youth”

2. Conservatory Waltz “The Passion of Conviction”

3. Zwiefacher “The Artfulness of Restraint”

4. Valse Musette “The Irony of Success”

5. Melancholy Waltz “The Acceptance of Fate”

6. Viennese Waltz “The Triumph of Wisdom”