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Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-up
Lyrics by Caitlin Vincent Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up offers an honest look at the ups and downs of sharing a space as a young couple. From choosing paint colors and dealing with each other's annoying quirks to managing cooking disasters and celebrating awkward birthdays, this collection captures the real moments of everyday life. Ultimately, it shows that true happiness lies in the simple act of cuddling up on the couch after a long day, embracing both the challenges and joys of love.
It's a Long Way
Embark on a timeless journey where dreams meet the horizon, guided by the winds of hope and the boundless sea of life with his powerful anthem for SSA treble choir, optional flute, and piano.
Le parole dei mesi
A madrigal for SATB choir a cappella on a text by Tonino Guerra which captures the sounds, scents, and tastes of the Italian countryside
Divis Cetera
A festive work for SATB choir and chamber orchestra on Horace's Ode to Mount Soracte. "A splendid piece, a wise and mature piece...simply wonderful!" -Theaterscene.net
Nouvelles Pièces de Clavecin
Jazz harmonies, catchy tunes, ethereal textures, rock grooves and Baroque structures combine in this suite for solo keyboard Awarded Honorable Mention in 2010 Alenior Harpsichord Composition Competition
God is in All Things
A reflective, powerful anthem for choir with keyboard accompaniment. Perfect for liturgical or concert use. *Awarded 3rd Prize in the 2023 Fyfe Choral Composition Prize.
Lamentations of Jeremiah
A powerful oratorio for mezzosoprano solo, choir, strings and harpsichord in Latin on texts from the Old Testament.
Unplucked
A collection of suites and individual pieces for lute duo which mix Jazz harmonies and Blues licks with Renaissance counterpoint and Baroque dance. "Baroque and Modern so adeptly connected" - Rheinische Post
Alternate Routes
Composed for GRAMMY Award winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, this concertino for soprano saxophone, strings and piano fuses lyric melodies and rich harmonies with Hip-Hop grooves keep the musicians and audience members dancing in their seats.
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra features of settings of two of the Romagnolo poet's most famous poems. The two songs explore the expressive sound of air, our connection to the world around us and teaches us that wonders can happen if we believe in ourselves.
(non)SENSE!
An experimental work for voice and prepared piano on a version of Lewis Carroll's famous nonsense poem, Jabberwocky remixed and dadaified by artificial intelligence software.
Elegy
A wistful, meditative piece with lyric melodies and rich harmonies. The work is dedicated in memoriam to violinist and conductor David Bousso.
An American Requiem
Written after a series of mass shootings throughout the United States, and revised during the COVID-19 pandemic, this powerful oratorio fuses different styles from Gospel and Blues to Renaissance counterpoint and Romanticism. This original adaptation of the traditional Requiem text in English offers a message of hope and salvation for dark times.
Remixes on a Theme by Handel
A musical guessing game disguised as a theme and variations for solo piano. The theme is one of Handel's most beloved melodies. Can you figure out which one it is before we reach the double bar line?
Unsolicited Advice
When times get tough, whom do you turn to for advice? You turn to your pal, Ward. He’s a life coach with all the wrong advice. Even when you don't need his help, Ward's there for you. This humorous cycle for soprano and ensemble provides us with four essential rules that will help you stay ahead in life.
Lover's Gift
3 love songs in English on poetry by Rabindranath Tagore. Lush harmonies, lyric melodies, and vivid text painting make this cycle perfect for any program.
Vier Lieder an Orpheus
A cycle of four songs in German for mezzo-soprano and piano which bring Rainer Maria Rilke's powerful poetry to life.
Due Poesie di Antonio Cozzitorto
Two songs in Italian which explore the journey to understand oneself and the world around them.
Bird Songs
A setting of three poems by Emily Dickinson about birds. The work's lyric melodies and playful piano accompaniment usher the listener into the vivid world of nature.
Un'alma innamorata
Un’alma innamorata (“A soul in love”) is a cantata for counter-tenor and baroque ensemble on an 18th-century text attributed to Abbé Francesco Mazziotti originally set by G. F.Handel. The piece fuses Jazz, Blues, Spirituals and Neapolitan Song with Baroque structures to relate the timeless message of an anonymous lover who comes to terms with the pains of their fidelity. In the end the moral of the story: “He who wishes to delight in love must first learn how one goes about loving.”
Der Telefonist (The Operator)
The village pastor murdered, a secret affair, the whole village in uproar: Der Telefonist combines the suspense of a whodunit with social satire in the form of a comic murder-mystery chamber opera!
La contesa canora fra le Pieridi e le Muse (The Singing Contest between the Pierides and the Muses)
Arrogance battles virtue in this cantata about the legendary singing competition between the Muses and the Pierides. Ovid himself narrates while a cast of 21 singers reenacts the events of that fateful day. In the end the winners are crowned and all join in an epic, foot-stomping fugue.
Ave Verum Corpus
A meditative work on a traditional Latin poem for SATTB choir. Ideal for liturgical or concert use.
Vocal
Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-up
Lyrics by Caitlin Vincent Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up offers an honest look at the ups and downs of sharing a space as a young couple. From choosing paint colors and dealing with each other's annoying quirks to managing cooking disasters and celebrating awkward birthdays, this collection captures the real moments of everyday life. Ultimately, it shows that true happiness lies in the simple act of cuddling up on the couch after a long day, embracing both the challenges and joys of love.
Choral
It's a Long Way
Embark on a timeless journey where dreams meet the horizon, guided by the winds of hope and the boundless sea of life with his powerful anthem for SSA treble choir, optional flute, and piano.
Choral
Le parole dei mesi
A madrigal for SATB choir a cappella on a text by Tonino Guerra which captures the sounds, scents, and tastes of the Italian countryside
Choral
Divis Cetera
A festive work for SATB choir and chamber orchestra on Horace's Ode to Mount Soracte. "A splendid piece, a wise and mature piece...simply wonderful!" -Theaterscene.net
Instrumental
Nouvelles Pièces de Clavecin
Jazz harmonies, catchy tunes, ethereal textures, rock grooves and Baroque structures combine in this suite for solo keyboard Awarded Honorable Mention in 2010 Alenior Harpsichord Composition Competition
Choral
God is in All Things
A reflective, powerful anthem for choir with keyboard accompaniment. Perfect for liturgical or concert use. *Awarded 3rd Prize in the 2023 Fyfe Choral Composition Prize.
Choral
Lamentations of Jeremiah
A powerful oratorio for mezzosoprano solo, choir, strings and harpsichord in Latin on texts from the Old Testament.
Instrumental
Unplucked
A collection of suites and individual pieces for lute duo which mix Jazz harmonies and Blues licks with Renaissance counterpoint and Baroque dance. "Baroque and Modern so adeptly connected" - Rheinische Post
Instrumental
Alternate Routes
Composed for GRAMMY Award winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, this concertino for soprano saxophone, strings and piano fuses lyric melodies and rich harmonies with Hip-Hop grooves keep the musicians and audience members dancing in their seats.
Vocal
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra features of settings of two of the Romagnolo poet's most famous poems. The two songs explore the expressive sound of air, our connection to the world around us and teaches us that wonders can happen if we believe in ourselves.
Vocal
(non)SENSE!
An experimental work for voice and prepared piano on a version of Lewis Carroll's famous nonsense poem, Jabberwocky remixed and dadaified by artificial intelligence software.
Chamber
Elegy
A wistful, meditative piece with lyric melodies and rich harmonies. The work is dedicated in memoriam to violinist and conductor David Bousso.
Choral
An American Requiem
Written after a series of mass shootings throughout the United States, and revised during the COVID-19 pandemic, this powerful oratorio fuses different styles from Gospel and Blues to Renaissance counterpoint and Romanticism. This original adaptation of the traditional Requiem text in English offers a message of hope and salvation for dark times.
Instrumental
Remixes on a Theme by Handel
A musical guessing game disguised as a theme and variations for solo piano. The theme is one of Handel's most beloved melodies. Can you figure out which one it is before we reach the double bar line?
Chamber
Unsolicited Advice
When times get tough, whom do you turn to for advice? You turn to your pal, Ward. He’s a life coach with all the wrong advice. Even when you don't need his help, Ward's there for you. This humorous cycle for soprano and ensemble provides us with four essential rules that will help you stay ahead in life.
Vocal
Lover's Gift
3 love songs in English on poetry by Rabindranath Tagore. Lush harmonies, lyric melodies, and vivid text painting make this cycle perfect for any program.
Vocal
Vier Lieder an Orpheus
A cycle of four songs in German for mezzo-soprano and piano which bring Rainer Maria Rilke's powerful poetry to life.
Vocal
Due Poesie di Antonio Cozzitorto
Two songs in Italian which explore the journey to understand oneself and the world around them.
Vocal
Bird Songs
A setting of three poems by Emily Dickinson about birds. The work's lyric melodies and playful piano accompaniment usher the listener into the vivid world of nature.
Vocal
Un'alma innamorata
Un’alma innamorata (“A soul in love”) is a cantata for counter-tenor and baroque ensemble on an 18th-century text attributed to Abbé Francesco Mazziotti originally set by G. F.Handel. The piece fuses Jazz, Blues, Spirituals and Neapolitan Song with Baroque structures to relate the timeless message of an anonymous lover who comes to terms with the pains of their fidelity. In the end the moral of the story: “He who wishes to delight in love must first learn how one goes about loving.”
Opera
Der Telefonist (The Operator)
The village pastor murdered, a secret affair, the whole village in uproar: Der Telefonist combines the suspense of a whodunit with social satire in the form of a comic murder-mystery chamber opera!
Opera
La contesa canora fra le Pieridi e le Muse (The Singing Contest between the Pierides and the Muses)
Arrogance battles virtue in this cantata about the legendary singing competition between the Muses and the Pierides. Ovid himself narrates while a cast of 21 singers reenacts the events of that fateful day. In the end the winners are crowned and all join in an epic, foot-stomping fugue.
Choral
Ave Verum Corpus
A meditative work on a traditional Latin poem for SATTB choir. Ideal for liturgical or concert use.
Chamber
Sonata for Bassoon and Piano
With energetic rhythms, lyrical melodies, and virtuosic passage work, this sonata is ideal for any recital.
Opera
inSOMNIA
This sensational chamber opera draws the audience into an imaginary realm, blurring the line between dreams and reality.
Vocal
Quarantine Camp
A cycle of six songs on poems by Ryan Vine which explore the surreal experience of life under lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic. *Awarded 2nd Prize in the 2023 NATS Art Song Composition Competition
Vocal
Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-up
Lyrics by Caitlin Vincent Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up offers an honest look at the ups and downs of sharing a space as a young couple. From choosing paint colors and dealing with each other's annoying quirks to managing cooking disasters and celebrating awkward birthdays, this collection captures the real moments of everyday life. Ultimately, it shows that true happiness lies in the simple act of cuddling up on the couch after a long day, embracing both the challenges and joys of love.
Instrumental
Alternate Routes
Composed for GRAMMY Award winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, this concertino for soprano saxophone, strings and piano fuses lyric melodies and rich harmonies with Hip-Hop grooves keep the musicians and audience members dancing in their seats.
Vocal
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra features of settings of two of the Romagnolo poet's most famous poems. The two songs explore the expressive sound of air, our connection to the world around us and teaches us that wonders can happen if we believe in ourselves.
Choral
An American Requiem
Written after a series of mass shootings throughout the United States, and revised during the COVID-19 pandemic, this powerful oratorio fuses different styles from Gospel and Blues to Renaissance counterpoint and Romanticism. This original adaptation of the traditional Requiem text in English offers a message of hope and salvation for dark times.
Chamber
Unsolicited Advice
When times get tough, whom do you turn to for advice? You turn to your pal, Ward. He’s a life coach with all the wrong advice. Even when you don't need his help, Ward's there for you. This humorous cycle for soprano and ensemble provides us with four essential rules that will help you stay ahead in life.
Vocal
Un'alma innamorata
Un’alma innamorata (“A soul in love”) is a cantata for counter-tenor and baroque ensemble on an 18th-century text attributed to Abbé Francesco Mazziotti originally set by G. F.Handel. The piece fuses Jazz, Blues, Spirituals and Neapolitan Song with Baroque structures to relate the timeless message of an anonymous lover who comes to terms with the pains of their fidelity. In the end the moral of the story: “He who wishes to delight in love must first learn how one goes about loving.”
Opera
Der Telefonist (The Operator)
The village pastor murdered, a secret affair, the whole village in uproar: Der Telefonist combines the suspense of a whodunit with social satire in the form of a comic murder-mystery chamber opera!
Opera
La contesa canora fra le Pieridi e le Muse (The Singing Contest between the Pierides and the Muses)
Arrogance battles virtue in this cantata about the legendary singing competition between the Muses and the Pierides. Ovid himself narrates while a cast of 21 singers reenacts the events of that fateful day. In the end the winners are crowned and all join in an epic, foot-stomping fugue.
Vocal
Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-up
Lyrics by Caitlin Vincent Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up offers an honest look at the ups and downs of sharing a space as a young couple. From choosing paint colors and dealing with each other's annoying quirks to managing cooking disasters and celebrating awkward birthdays, this collection captures the real moments of everyday life. Ultimately, it shows that true happiness lies in the simple act of cuddling up on the couch after a long day, embracing both the challenges and joys of love.
Instrumental
Alternate Routes
Composed for GRAMMY Award winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, this concertino for soprano saxophone, strings and piano fuses lyric melodies and rich harmonies with Hip-Hop grooves keep the musicians and audience members dancing in their seats.
Vocal
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra features of settings of two of the Romagnolo poet's most famous poems. The two songs explore the expressive sound of air, our connection to the world around us and teaches us that wonders can happen if we believe in ourselves.
Choral
An American Requiem
Written after a series of mass shootings throughout the United States, and revised during the COVID-19 pandemic, this powerful oratorio fuses different styles from Gospel and Blues to Renaissance counterpoint and Romanticism. This original adaptation of the traditional Requiem text in English offers a message of hope and salvation for dark times.
Chamber
Unsolicited Advice
When times get tough, whom do you turn to for advice? You turn to your pal, Ward. He’s a life coach with all the wrong advice. Even when you don't need his help, Ward's there for you. This humorous cycle for soprano and ensemble provides us with four essential rules that will help you stay ahead in life.
Vocal
Un'alma innamorata
Un’alma innamorata (“A soul in love”) is a cantata for counter-tenor and baroque ensemble on an 18th-century text attributed to Abbé Francesco Mazziotti originally set by G. F.Handel. The piece fuses Jazz, Blues, Spirituals and Neapolitan Song with Baroque structures to relate the timeless message of an anonymous lover who comes to terms with the pains of their fidelity. In the end the moral of the story: “He who wishes to delight in love must first learn how one goes about loving.”
Opera
Der Telefonist (The Operator)
The village pastor murdered, a secret affair, the whole village in uproar: Der Telefonist combines the suspense of a whodunit with social satire in the form of a comic murder-mystery chamber opera!
Opera
La contesa canora fra le Pieridi e le Muse (The Singing Contest between the Pierides and the Muses)
Arrogance battles virtue in this cantata about the legendary singing competition between the Muses and the Pierides. Ovid himself narrates while a cast of 21 singers reenacts the events of that fateful day. In the end the winners are crowned and all join in an epic, foot-stomping fugue.
2024
Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-up
Lyrics by Caitlin Vincent Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up offers an honest look at the ups and downs of sharing a space as a young couple. From choosing paint colors and dealing with each other's annoying quirks to managing cooking disasters and celebrating awkward birthdays, this collection captures the real moments of everyday life. Ultimately, it shows that true happiness lies in the simple act of cuddling up on the couch after a long day, embracing both the challenges and joys of love.
2023
It's a Long Way
Embark on a timeless journey where dreams meet the horizon, guided by the winds of hope and the boundless sea of life with his powerful anthem for SSA treble choir, optional flute, and piano.
2023
Le parole dei mesi
A madrigal for SATB choir a cappella on a text by Tonino Guerra which captures the sounds, scents, and tastes of the Italian countryside
2012
Divis Cetera
A festive work for SATB choir and chamber orchestra on Horace's Ode to Mount Soracte. "A splendid piece, a wise and mature piece...simply wonderful!" -Theaterscene.net
2011
Nouvelles Pièces de Clavecin
Jazz harmonies, catchy tunes, ethereal textures, rock grooves and Baroque structures combine in this suite for solo keyboard Awarded Honorable Mention in 2010 Alenior Harpsichord Composition Competition
2023
God is in All Things
A reflective, powerful anthem for choir with keyboard accompaniment. Perfect for liturgical or concert use. *Awarded 3rd Prize in the 2023 Fyfe Choral Composition Prize.
2004
Lamentations of Jeremiah
A powerful oratorio for mezzosoprano solo, choir, strings and harpsichord in Latin on texts from the Old Testament.
2018
Unplucked
A collection of suites and individual pieces for lute duo which mix Jazz harmonies and Blues licks with Renaissance counterpoint and Baroque dance. "Baroque and Modern so adeptly connected" - Rheinische Post
2015
Alternate Routes
Composed for GRAMMY Award winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, this concertino for soprano saxophone, strings and piano fuses lyric melodies and rich harmonies with Hip-Hop grooves keep the musicians and audience members dancing in their seats.
2022
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra features of settings of two of the Romagnolo poet's most famous poems. The two songs explore the expressive sound of air, our connection to the world around us and teaches us that wonders can happen if we believe in ourselves.
2023
(non)SENSE!
An experimental work for voice and prepared piano on a version of Lewis Carroll's famous nonsense poem, Jabberwocky remixed and dadaified by artificial intelligence software.
2019
Elegy
A wistful, meditative piece with lyric melodies and rich harmonies. The work is dedicated in memoriam to violinist and conductor David Bousso.
2022
An American Requiem
Written after a series of mass shootings throughout the United States, and revised during the COVID-19 pandemic, this powerful oratorio fuses different styles from Gospel and Blues to Renaissance counterpoint and Romanticism. This original adaptation of the traditional Requiem text in English offers a message of hope and salvation for dark times.
2019
Remixes on a Theme by Handel
A musical guessing game disguised as a theme and variations for solo piano. The theme is one of Handel's most beloved melodies. Can you figure out which one it is before we reach the double bar line?
2010
Unsolicited Advice
When times get tough, whom do you turn to for advice? You turn to your pal, Ward. He’s a life coach with all the wrong advice. Even when you don't need his help, Ward's there for you. This humorous cycle for soprano and ensemble provides us with four essential rules that will help you stay ahead in life.
2011
Lover's Gift
3 love songs in English on poetry by Rabindranath Tagore. Lush harmonies, lyric melodies, and vivid text painting make this cycle perfect for any program.
2017
Vier Lieder an Orpheus
A cycle of four songs in German for mezzo-soprano and piano which bring Rainer Maria Rilke's powerful poetry to life.
2010
Due Poesie di Antonio Cozzitorto
Two songs in Italian which explore the journey to understand oneself and the world around them.
2022
Bird Songs
A setting of three poems by Emily Dickinson about birds. The work's lyric melodies and playful piano accompaniment usher the listener into the vivid world of nature.
2022
Un'alma innamorata
Un’alma innamorata (“A soul in love”) is a cantata for counter-tenor and baroque ensemble on an 18th-century text attributed to Abbé Francesco Mazziotti originally set by G. F.Handel. The piece fuses Jazz, Blues, Spirituals and Neapolitan Song with Baroque structures to relate the timeless message of an anonymous lover who comes to terms with the pains of their fidelity. In the end the moral of the story: “He who wishes to delight in love must first learn how one goes about loving.”
2021
Der Telefonist (The Operator)
The village pastor murdered, a secret affair, the whole village in uproar: Der Telefonist combines the suspense of a whodunit with social satire in the form of a comic murder-mystery chamber opera!
2022
La contesa canora fra le Pieridi e le Muse (The Singing Contest between the Pierides and the Muses)
Arrogance battles virtue in this cantata about the legendary singing competition between the Muses and the Pierides. Ovid himself narrates while a cast of 21 singers reenacts the events of that fateful day. In the end the winners are crowned and all join in an epic, foot-stomping fugue.
2011
Ave Verum Corpus
A meditative work on a traditional Latin poem for SATTB choir. Ideal for liturgical or concert use.
2011
Sonata for Bassoon and Piano
With energetic rhythms, lyrical melodies, and virtuosic passage work, this sonata is ideal for any recital.
2021
inSOMNIA
This sensational chamber opera draws the audience into an imaginary realm, blurring the line between dreams and reality.
2022
Quarantine Camp
A cycle of six songs on poems by Ryan Vine which explore the surreal experience of life under lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic. *Awarded 2nd Prize in the 2023 NATS Art Song Composition Competition
Vocal
Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-up
Lyrics by Caitlin Vincent Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up offers an honest look at the ups and downs of sharing a space as a young couple. From choosing paint colors and dealing with each other's annoying quirks to managing cooking disasters and celebrating awkward birthdays, this collection captures the real moments of everyday life. Ultimately, it shows that true happiness lies in the simple act of cuddling up on the couch after a long day, embracing both the challenges and joys of love.
Choral
It's a Long Way
Embark on a timeless journey where dreams meet the horizon, guided by the winds of hope and the boundless sea of life with his powerful anthem for SSA treble choir, optional flute, and piano.
Choral
Le parole dei mesi
A madrigal for SATB choir a cappella on a text by Tonino Guerra which captures the sounds, scents, and tastes of the Italian countryside
Choral
Divis Cetera
A festive work for SATB choir and chamber orchestra on Horace's Ode to Mount Soracte. "A splendid piece, a wise and mature piece...simply wonderful!" -Theaterscene.net
Instrumental
Nouvelles Pièces de Clavecin
Jazz harmonies, catchy tunes, ethereal textures, rock grooves and Baroque structures combine in this suite for solo keyboard Awarded Honorable Mention in 2010 Alenior Harpsichord Composition Competition
Choral
God is in All Things
A reflective, powerful anthem for choir with keyboard accompaniment. Perfect for liturgical or concert use. *Awarded 3rd Prize in the 2023 Fyfe Choral Composition Prize.
Orchestral
Kaleidoscope
Choral
Lamentations of Jeremiah
A powerful oratorio for mezzosoprano solo, choir, strings and harpsichord in Latin on texts from the Old Testament.
Instrumental
Unplucked
A collection of suites and individual pieces for lute duo which mix Jazz harmonies and Blues licks with Renaissance counterpoint and Baroque dance. "Baroque and Modern so adeptly connected" - Rheinische Post
Instrumental
Alternate Routes
Composed for GRAMMY Award winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, this concertino for soprano saxophone, strings and piano fuses lyric melodies and rich harmonies with Hip-Hop grooves keep the musicians and audience members dancing in their seats.
Vocal
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra features of settings of two of the Romagnolo poet's most famous poems. The two songs explore the expressive sound of air, our connection to the world around us and teaches us that wonders can happen if we believe in ourselves.
Vocal
(non)SENSE!
An experimental work for voice and prepared piano on a version of Lewis Carroll's famous nonsense poem, Jabberwocky remixed and dadaified by artificial intelligence software.
Chamber
Elegy
A wistful, meditative piece with lyric melodies and rich harmonies. The work is dedicated in memoriam to violinist and conductor David Bousso.
Choral
An American Requiem
Written after a series of mass shootings throughout the United States, and revised during the COVID-19 pandemic, this powerful oratorio fuses different styles from Gospel and Blues to Renaissance counterpoint and Romanticism. This original adaptation of the traditional Requiem text in English offers a message of hope and salvation for dark times.
Instrumental
Remixes on a Theme by Handel
A musical guessing game disguised as a theme and variations for solo piano. The theme is one of Handel's most beloved melodies. Can you figure out which one it is before we reach the double bar line?
Chamber
Unsolicited Advice
When times get tough, whom do you turn to for advice? You turn to your pal, Ward. He’s a life coach with all the wrong advice. Even when you don't need his help, Ward's there for you. This humorous cycle for soprano and ensemble provides us with four essential rules that will help you stay ahead in life.
Vocal
Lover's Gift
3 love songs in English on poetry by Rabindranath Tagore. Lush harmonies, lyric melodies, and vivid text painting make this cycle perfect for any program.
Vocal
Vier Lieder an Orpheus
A cycle of four songs in German for mezzo-soprano and piano which bring Rainer Maria Rilke's powerful poetry to life.
Vocal
Due Poesie di Antonio Cozzitorto
Two songs in Italian which explore the journey to understand oneself and the world around them.
Vocal
Bird Songs
A setting of three poems by Emily Dickinson about birds. The work's lyric melodies and playful piano accompaniment usher the listener into the vivid world of nature.
Vocal
Un'alma innamorata
Un’alma innamorata (“A soul in love”) is a cantata for counter-tenor and baroque ensemble on an 18th-century text attributed to Abbé Francesco Mazziotti originally set by G. F.Handel. The piece fuses Jazz, Blues, Spirituals and Neapolitan Song with Baroque structures to relate the timeless message of an anonymous lover who comes to terms with the pains of their fidelity. In the end the moral of the story: “He who wishes to delight in love must first learn how one goes about loving.”
Opera
Der Telefonist (The Operator)
The village pastor murdered, a secret affair, the whole village in uproar: Der Telefonist combines the suspense of a whodunit with social satire in the form of a comic murder-mystery chamber opera!
Opera
La contesa canora fra le Pieridi e le Muse (The Singing Contest between the Pierides and the Muses)
Arrogance battles virtue in this cantata about the legendary singing competition between the Muses and the Pierides. Ovid himself narrates while a cast of 21 singers reenacts the events of that fateful day. In the end the winners are crowned and all join in an epic, foot-stomping fugue.
Choral
Ave Verum Corpus
A meditative work on a traditional Latin poem for SATTB choir. Ideal for liturgical or concert use.
Chamber
Sonata for Bassoon and Piano
With energetic rhythms, lyrical melodies, and virtuosic passage work, this sonata is ideal for any recital.
Opera
inSOMNIA
This sensational chamber opera draws the audience into an imaginary realm, blurring the line between dreams and reality.
Vocal
Quarantine Camp
A cycle of six songs on poems by Ryan Vine which explore the surreal experience of life under lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic. *Awarded 2nd Prize in the 2023 NATS Art Song Composition Competition
2024
Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-up
Lyrics by Caitlin Vincent Love Songs from a Third Floor Walk-Up offers an honest look at the ups and downs of sharing a space as a young couple. From choosing paint colors and dealing with each other's annoying quirks to managing cooking disasters and celebrating awkward birthdays, this collection captures the real moments of everyday life. Ultimately, it shows that true happiness lies in the simple act of cuddling up on the couch after a long day, embracing both the challenges and joys of love.
2015
Alternate Routes
Composed for GRAMMY Award winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, this concertino for soprano saxophone, strings and piano fuses lyric melodies and rich harmonies with Hip-Hop grooves keep the musicians and audience members dancing in their seats.
2022
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra
Due Poesie di Tonino Guerra features of settings of two of the Romagnolo poet's most famous poems. The two songs explore the expressive sound of air, our connection to the world around us and teaches us that wonders can happen if we believe in ourselves.
2022
An American Requiem
Written after a series of mass shootings throughout the United States, and revised during the COVID-19 pandemic, this powerful oratorio fuses different styles from Gospel and Blues to Renaissance counterpoint and Romanticism. This original adaptation of the traditional Requiem text in English offers a message of hope and salvation for dark times.
2010
Unsolicited Advice
When times get tough, whom do you turn to for advice? You turn to your pal, Ward. He’s a life coach with all the wrong advice. Even when you don't need his help, Ward's there for you. This humorous cycle for soprano and ensemble provides us with four essential rules that will help you stay ahead in life.
2022
Un'alma innamorata
Un’alma innamorata (“A soul in love”) is a cantata for counter-tenor and baroque ensemble on an 18th-century text attributed to Abbé Francesco Mazziotti originally set by G. F.Handel. The piece fuses Jazz, Blues, Spirituals and Neapolitan Song with Baroque structures to relate the timeless message of an anonymous lover who comes to terms with the pains of their fidelity. In the end the moral of the story: “He who wishes to delight in love must first learn how one goes about loving.”
2021
Der Telefonist (The Operator)
The village pastor murdered, a secret affair, the whole village in uproar: Der Telefonist combines the suspense of a whodunit with social satire in the form of a comic murder-mystery chamber opera!
2022
La contesa canora fra le Pieridi e le Muse (The Singing Contest between the Pierides and the Muses)
Arrogance battles virtue in this cantata about the legendary singing competition between the Muses and the Pierides. Ovid himself narrates while a cast of 21 singers reenacts the events of that fateful day. In the end the winners are crowned and all join in an epic, foot-stomping fugue.