Appel de Cor
2020
for solo horn
~2’
Inspired by Olivier Messiaen’s “Appel Interstellaire” this piece emphasizes the acrobatics of signature horn calls as a performance while referencing the timbres of the horn in its soloistic expression.
Undulations of Lake Crescent
2021
for solo marimba
~6’
Undulations of Lake crescent means to transport the listeners to a serene environment on the shores in Olympic National Park. This piece utilizes the soft timbres of the marimba as currents, gently leading the listener through the lush scenery.
Untitled
2021
for baritone saxophone
~4’
In this piece, the performer is the ultimate decisionmaker in terms of the sonic atmosphere. The score is meant more as a means of interpretation rather than strict direction, providing space for the performer to breathe life into the music and leave their own unique footprint.
Étude for Solo Oboe
2019
for solo oboe
~3’
In trying to understand the unique forms of the oboe, this piece explores its dynamic range of color and attempts to discover the limits of the instrument.
Viola Sonata No.1
2019
for solo viola
~3’
The viola sonata intends to sweep the audience into a hypnotic gaze, offering suspense and intrigue with arching leaps from the bottom of the range to the very top. This underrepresented instrument is given an opportunity to take center stage and realize its potential as a solo act.