Composition Highlights

Sarsaparilla Berries is an original work for saxophone quartet inspired by tango. The piece features rhythmic ostinatos and a bittersweet melody that wanders through the quartet, showcasing the lyrical elegance of the saxophone.

Inspired by the harmonic language of Eric Whitacre, Twenty-One Hours from Albuquerque is a cinematic exploration of motion. Written for two oboes and English horn, the piece features rich textures and flowing counterpoint.

Redbull Ravioli is a big band funk chart that brings a cinematic edge to the jazz stage. The piece pairs an infectious groove with a catchy melody for an memorable experience and features an open solo section that invites performers to lean into the chart’s high-energy spirit.

Carrot Parrot is a funk chart for jazz combo. The piece uses strategic silence in the melody to let the rhythms pop, creating a vibrant playground for the ensemble. The chart invites a conversation between the performers, making it as much fun listen to as it is to play.

Scheduling Conflict is an exciting piece for wind quintet that juxtaposes the lush, cinematic textures of film scoring with the spontaneous energy of jazz, highlighting the unique colors of the ensemble in a contemporary setting.

Button License Revoked is a dynamic work for trombone quartet that opens with a fanfare-esque introduction before launching into an adventurous main theme. The piece experiments with the removal of the F-attachment to create unexpected timbral shifts.