| | Catalog sorted by catalog numberI Shall Not Care, Flander’s Fields, A Rose in Your Garden (F. W041) In the works! A collection of three pieces for concert choir—a charming sarcastic love song, a song about the durge of war, and a frivolous song about courting. (SATB, varied, 9:00) In The Shadow Of The Sun sponsor (F. 138) Written for SATB choir with either organ or small instrumental ensemble. Heavily influenced by the madrigal style, this deeply religious piece evokes a positive, yet contemplative, energy. (SATB, Organ or Violin+Clarinet+Bassoon+Cello, 6:00) Feastival Overture sponsor (F. 137) A distictly classical addition to the Brass Band repetoire, making effective use of the different sections of the band. (British Brass Band, 6:10) To Golgotha (Tone Poem No. 6) (F. 136) A picture of a portion of Jesus' passion. (String Orchestra, Percussion, 6:00)   Piano Trio No. 2 (“Echoes”) (F. 135) Energetic music that incorporates elements from popular music into a distinctly classical genre. (Piano, Violin, Cello, 12:00) (i.) In The Shadow Of The Sun sponsor (F. 138) Written for SATB choir with either organ or small instrumental ensemble. Heavily influenced by the madrigal style, this deeply religious piece evokes a positive, yet contemplative, energy. (SATB, Organ or Violin+Clarinet+Bassoon+Cello, 6:00) Isle of Avalon (Tone Poem No. 5) sponsor (F. 133) Listen as a dark, mysterious drama unfolds. (String Orchestra, Chimes, 7:05) listen Whispers at the Gate of Dawn (Tone Poem No. 4) sponsor (F. 132) This piece explores the emotive power and harmonic expressiveness of the strings. Inspired by Arvo Pärt’s Cantus in memory of Benjamin Britten. (String Orchestra, 6:05) listen Eire’s Call (Tone Poem No. 3) (F. 131) An energetic, rhythmic portrayal of St. Patrick’s return to Ireland. Premiered by the Foss High School Orchestra, Andrea Bryant director, in a benefit concert at Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall, Benaroya Hall in Seattle on May 15, 2003. This event was sponsored by the Composer Residency Program of the Seattle Composer’s Alliance in conjunction with Gilda’s Club of Seattle. (String Orchestra with Piano obbligato, 6:45) listen More Information...Holly of My Heart (F. 130) A love song commissioned for Holly and Chuck Kletsch’s 50th wedding anniversary. (SATB, 2 Trumpets, Piano, 5:00) The Book of Encores (Brass Quintet Edition) (F. 129a) Looking for the perfect encore to play? You will find it in this collection of twenty encores: jazzy, lyrical, whimsical, peaceful. The perfect ending to any concert! Available Now. (Brass Quintet (Trmpt, Trmpt, Horn, Trb, Tuba), 30:00) listen The Book of Encores (Woodwind Quintet Edition) (F. 129b) Looking for the perfect encore to play? You will find it in this collection of twenty encores: jazzy, lyrical, whimsical, peaceful. The perfect ending to any concert! Available Now. (Woodwind Quintet, 30:00) The Book of Encores (Vln, 3xVla, Cello Edition) (F. 129c) Looking for the perfect encore to play? You will find it in this collection of twenty encores: jazzy, lyrical, whimsical, peaceful. The perfect ending to any concert! Available End of 2003. (String Quartet, 30:00) Brass Quintet No. 1 (F. 128) Evocations of a dark, lyrical atmosphere. The opening fanfare on a suspended fourth gives way to a haunting, lyrical melody in 7/8. (Brass Quintet (Trmpt, Trmpt, Horn, Trb, Tuba), 10:15) listen Piano Trio No. 1 (The “Fish Trio”) (F. 127) Fraley’s Piano Trio No. 1 is a musically serious piece that is hilarious—about a trout (think Schubert) in an aquarium (think Saint Saëns), and two hungry cats looking for a meal (think fun). This piece for piano and two violas was premiered at MAVI’s Aronoff Chamber Music Series on Tuesday, July 1, 2003. (Piano, two Violas -or- Violin+Viola -or- Violin+Cello, 6:30) listen i. The Trout in the Aquarium opens with a musical portrait of the aquarium, borrowed from Saint Saëns’ charming Carnival of the Animals. This theme then transforms into the immediately recognizable melody from Franz Schubert’s Trout Quintet. (1:40) listen ii. Adagio con la letargia di due gatti durante un caldo pomeriggio d’estate This movement, whose title translates: slowly, with the lethargy of two cats on a hot summer’s afternoon, introduces the two felines napping just outside the aquarium. (2:05) listen iii. Mr. Trout, May I Introduce Mr. & Mrs. Cat? depicts the chaos that ensues once the wakened cats notice our fishy hero. Alas, if you listen closely to the end of this movement, you will hear the piano portray the fish’s last wiggle as the cats ensnare their prey. (1:45) listen iv. Pleasant Dreams (Gravè for the Fish) finds the satiated kitties settling in for yet another snooze to after-dinner music provided by Frédéric Chopin. (1:25) listen Passacaglia (F. 126) for solo organ starts with a compelling modal theme in 7/8 which is set in canon. A five-voice counterpoint rises out of this theme, develops, and finally gives way to fiery flourish. (Organ, 5:15) listen Yorkminster Lights (Tone Poem No. 2) (F. 125) is for string orchestra with piano obbligato that depicts the physical and spiritual beauty of the cathedral in York, England. Inspired by a recent trip, this piece blends impressionistic depictions of sunlight streaming through stained glass with sixteenth-century polyphony culminating in the joy of feeling the Lord’s presence. (String Orchestra, Piano, 9:00) listen Psalm 8 (F. 124) is an a cappella SATB choral piece featuring violin and oboe soloists. Suitable for better church choirs. (Church Choir, Violin, Oboe, 3:00) String Quartet No. 2 (The “Love Quartet”) (F. 123) is a richly textured piece, taking the listener on a journey from the longing and aching themes of the opening minor movement, through to the passionate and lyrical dances of the third movement. (String Quartet, 12:00) (i.) (ii.) (iii.) i. Longing: Vivace; moderato The longing and aching themes of this opening minor movement introduce a unique form that creates a compelling interweaving of the three subjects. (4:53) listen ii. Courtship: Vivace; allegro moderato follows the emotional rollercoaster of courtship: the excitement, trepidation, tenderness of a new romance. (3:37) listen iii. Together: Fast dance a strongly rhythmic, yet lyrical, dance celebrates the joy of being together. (3:35) listen Song of Sorrows (F. 122) A mournful modal solo suitable for recital or concert. (Unaccompanied Trumpet, 3:00) Fanfare for Life (Tone Poem No. 1) rent (F. 121) is a symphonic fanfare celebrating life in the midst of trials. This piece was premiered 11-May-2002 by Pittsburgh Civic Orchestra, Bruce Lauffer conductor. (Orchestra (2-2-2-2, 4, 3-2-1, 3 perc, string choir), 4:00) listen Symphony No. 1 (F. 120) is an exciting and dramatic piece starting with a driving fanfare, continuing with a moving pastoral slow movement, and concluding with a playful and inspiring finale. (Orchestra (2-2-2-2, 4, 3-2-1, 3 perc, string choir), 27:10) (i.) (ii.) (iii.) i. Sonata con fanfare: Allegro marcato; Allegro moderato An exciting fanfare punctuates the sonata form of this lyrical movement. (11:53) listen ii. Fantasia: Andante; Allegro leggero A slow, pastoral movement that features the strings and harp. (7:00) listen iii. Scherzo e finale: Moderato con anima; Andante animato A playful scherzo builds into a sonorous finale. (8:24) listen Dry Gin Kiss (F. 119) A slow, jazzy song about the drudgery and desires of long-distance love. (Lyrics by Smith and Fraley.) (Piano, Double Bass, Voice, 2:42) listen A Lonely Offering Never Ends (F. 118) A somber song of unrequited love. (Harp, Voice, 3:40) listen Merlin’s Dream (F. 117) A touch of magic for the Flute. Very interesting to play, and fun to listen to. (Unaccompanied Flute, 2:38) Schroedinger’s Cat (F. 116) A jazzy, fun feline romp up and down the piano. (Piano, 1:28) Woodwind Quintet No. 1 rent (F. 115) Experience the timberal possibilities of the woodwind quintet: dark, somber passages; spritely playfulness; noble proclamations. Three movements in one. (Woodwind Quintet, 11:44) listen The Frog Prince (F. 114) Enter the world of a princess looking forward to her first ball (dancing, handsome Princes, the gowns!) only to learn a more important lesson about green, warty Princes. (Orchestra (1-1-1-1-1, 1-0-1-0-1, 1 perc), 20:00) Baroque Dance Suite For Bells (F. 113) A short ?3 movement? piece for bell choir, based upon different baroque dance forms. (Hand Bells, 3:00) Psalm 25 (F. 112) An inspiring setting of Psalm 25. (Organ, Voice, 3:30) Only You (F. 111) In this romantic love song, the young lover tells of his earnest desire for his beloved, disavowing himself of the whole world, if need be. (Cello, Guitar, Voice, 3:10) listen Preludes for Piano (F. 110) In the spirit of Chopin, these five preludes cover a range of emotions, yet always maintain their mellow character. The set is composed to be played together. (Piano, 8:06) Red Riding Hood (F. 109) Be transported into a world where Red Riding Hood not only meets the Wolf, but also has encounters with Prince Charming, Dwarves (*7* of them?), a poisoned apple, and a plexiglass slipper. A hilarious romp through the forest enjoyed by kids of ages 8 to 108! (Orchestra (3-3-3-2-1, 1-1-1-1-2, 1 perc), 25:00) The Crossing view score (F. 108) The tumultuous feelings of a broken relationship are expressed by the dissonant harmonies and beautiful blending of the instrumental colors. (String Quartet, Horn, Voice, 3:14) listen Piano Sonata No. 1 rent sponsor (F. 107) A tuneful, yet forceful sonata. The scherzo movement is an intense cannon. The final movement skillfully blends the themes of the first three movements into a thundering and satisfying end. (Piano, 14:28) (i.) (ii.) (iii.) (iv.) A Thought for Your Penny (F. 106) If pennies had feelings, this humorous song is all about what they might just be thinking... (Piano, Voice, 1:40) Variations on a Hungarian Children’s Song (F. 105) A fully developed version of one of Bartok’s piano pieces for children. (String Orchestra or String Quintet, 2:00) Nursing Home (F. 104) Picturesque scenes from senility. (Piano, Voice, 2:30) String Quartet No. 1 rent (F. 103) The first movement is a quasi-12-tone piece which captures dark, intense emotions. A slow, mournful movement in 5/8 follows, which portrays a funeral procession. The final bouyant movement transforms the troubles and mourning of the first two movements into a joyful climax. (String Quartet, 11:00) i. Agitation A quasi-12-tone work, illustrating some unforeseen troubles. (3:43) listen ii. Mourning An emotional funeral dirge in 5/8. Each instrument is one of the mourners. (3:57) listen iii. Rebirth A bold finale which transforms the troubles and mourning of the first two movements into a joyful climax. (3:20) listen Fantasy for Horn and Piano (F. 102) (Piano, Horn, 3:40) Perceptions (F. 101) A thoughtful and scenic journey home, late one autumn evening. (Piano, Voice, 2:45) Prelude 5 (F. A110) An arrangement of Fraley’s Prelude for Piano No. 5. (Hand Bells, 2:10) Song Without Words, No. 9 (F. A1002) An arrangement of one of Mendelssohn’s Songs Without Words. (Horn Quintet, 1:15)
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