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After five years of research, libretto writing and composing, I'm thrilled (and relieved!) to report that I have completed the piano-vocal score to my opera THE MENSCH. I am seeking a professional opera company or collegiate program to help further develop the work. Here is a fantastic workshop performance of Act I at Indiana University:
To hear about my inspiration for THE MENSCH, check out this podcast interview with Gino Diminich of the Indiana Daily Student.
My opera MOOCH THE MAGNIFICENT was recently performed to a most raucous (and joyous) audience at ChamberFest Brown County. The Brown County Democrat published a great article about the inspiration behind the opera and the messages for audiences.
My Two Latin Dances will be recorded by trombonist Bill Haugeberg and pianist Kenneth Saxon on the album Trombone Time w/ Dr. Bill. Another highlight, for me, of this concert season is the New York orchestral premiere of my Concerto for Trumpet by Raymond Riccomini and the Centre Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Scott Jackson Wiley.
My songs Nursery Rhyme and Of Molluscs were recorded by musicians from the Interlochen faculty. Also on the CD are works by Carrie Magin, Cynthia Van Maanen. Here is my song Nursery Rhyme:
- Composer residency, Hartt School; October 31 - November 4
- Composer residency, University of Toledo; April 2-3