Flash Black

Length: 13:00
Commissioned by the University of Miami Wind Ensemble, Gary Green, Conductor &
The Eastman Wind Ensemble, Mark Scatterday, Conductor
Year of Composition: 2009

Notes

Flash Black was commissioned by Gary Green and The University of Miami Wind Ensemble, and Mark Scatterday and The Eastman Wind Ensemble. It is perhaps the one work of mine which synthesizes almost all of my musical influences, experiences, and inspirations. I think that through this work, the listener gains insight into my harmonic language, my love of lyricism and vocal music, my passion for jazz and harmony, my fascination with instrumental and ensemble color, and my love for very powerful and dramatic music. This work is dedicated to Gary Green and Mark Scatterday, whose vision and leadership in bringing new wind ensemble works to life is remarkable. It is through their passion and dedication that this work has come into being.