Eric Ewazen: spartiti difficile

Eric Ewazen is a prolific composer whose works are becoming standard repertoire for not only trumpet players but also for brass quintets, soloists, and wind ensembles alike. Ewazen wrote the 'Sonata f...

A three movement woodwind woodwind quintet depicting the spectacular scenery of the Valley of the Roaring Fork River in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Movements include: I. Whitewater Rapids (Maroon Cr...

This sonata for horn and piano is a challenging recital selection for an advanced horn player. It was written for Scott Brubaker. Movements: I. Andante - Allegro Molto, II. Adagio, III. Allegretto, IV...

Commissioned by the American Brass Quintet, the orchestral version was written for the Orquesta Sinfonica Carlos Chavez of Mexico City, the Wind Ensemble Version for Butler University, and recorded by...

Colchester is among the oldest cities in Britain, with an old Roman wall, a massive Norman castle, picturesque homes and churches, and, as in all decent English towns, colorful old pubs. Each movement...

Written for Jean Kopperud. Recorded by Charles Neidich and the Czech Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra for Albany Records. Accompaniments for piano and string orchestra with harp are both available.

A 3-movement concerto for oboe and string orchestra, Down a River of Time is an alternately joyous and wistful contemplation reflecting on life, memory, and the importance of dreams and ideals. Dedica...

Quintet for Trumpet and Strings was commissioned by and dedicated to Chris Gekker, who premiered the work at the International Trumpet Guild convention in College Park, Maryland in May of 1991. The wo...

Originally titled 'Sonata for Tuba or Bass Trombone and Piano', an orchestra arrangement written for The Juilliard School followed the sonata's premiere a year later. A subsequent arrangement for band...

This work for horn octet is a programmatic work in three movements depicting the awe-inspiring wonder one experiences when viewing the Grand Canyon at different hours of the day. Movements: 1. Midday...

This three movement work was commissioned by and is dedicated to David Wakefield and Barli Nugent, who premiered the work. The combination of flute, horn and piano produces a chamber music ensemble wi...

Quintet for Trumpet and Strings was commissioned by and dedicated to Chris Gekker, who premiered the work at the International Trumpet Guild convention in College Park, Maryland in May of 1991. The wo...

Commissioned by the American Brass Quintet, the orchestral version was written for the Orquesta Sinfonica Carlos Chavez of Mexico City, the Wind Ensemble Version for Butler University, and recorded by...

This work, based on traditional forms and models, is in three movements. Movements: I. Bright and Fast is a joyous celebration of sonorous chords, playful motives and rhythmic gestures. II. Gentle and...

Quintet for Trumpet and Strings was commissioned by and dedicated to Chris Gekker, who premiered the work at the International Trumpet Guild convention in College Park, Maryland in May of 1991. The wo...