This program features works by composers operating outside of societal norms. Paul Chihara explores the unique intersection of his identities—as a Japanese-American whose earliest memories were shaped in an internment…
Martin van Klompenberg has commissioned four new works for this medium. These pieces are character pieces, each focusing on a different aspect of contrabassoon performance. This recital hopes to showcase…
“Moonhead” is an audio-visual album developed in collaboration with visual artist Ben Llewellyn. Created in Spring of 2023, it features collection of 9 short original works for solo bassoon that…
The Pavo Duo is dedicated to commissioning new works that accentuate the versatility and timbral capabilities of these two instruments with an eye towards featuring works primarily by historically underrepresented…