Here Be Dragons (2019)
Audience instructions: To perceive this piece, please use the Weighted Pitch Network/Harmony-Building Method (applied to more dimensions than just harmony), explained below: In order to use this method, an audience…
Invincible (2018)
For vocalizing alto saxophonist and 24-channel sound system [30:00 - 39:00]. Composed for Kyle Hutchins. Invincible uses the Weighted Pitch Network/Harmony-Building Method (described above) to create ambiguous, undefinable harmonies in…
Breathe (2018)
For pianist. Breathe uses a simple psychological phenomenon (namely, the fight-or-flight response to holding one’s breath for a long time) as a subconscious guideline for improvisation. Specifically, this phenomenon creates…
Epilogue (2014)
For solo tuba [2:15]. You just passed the finish line -- you won! What happens now? The Epilogue: This solo tuba piece evokes the mixture of pain and newfound strength…
To Make an Ocean (2014)
For solo piano [3:00]. Performances Sep 16, 2014. Recital Salon, Squires Student Center. Blacksburg, VA. Performed by DJ Malinowski. Aug 9, 2014. St. Bernadette Church. Springfield, VA. Performed by DJ…