Two Poems for Bassoon and Orchestra

This piece has its genesis in the time several years ago when I had the pleasure of playing cello in an orchestra where Rufus Olivier appeared as a soloist. I was impressed with his virtuosity... his musicianship, tone, and most of all, his jazz-like style. Over the years Rufus and I have had the chance to talk and I have threatened to compose a piece for him each time we met. The first movement of this piece, "Looking a Long Time", is representative of the many changes I experienced which affected nearly every part of my life after my first divorce. The second poem, "...For Carol", was composed for, and about my new wife, Carol.

This performance is of the premiere, which took place sometime in 1997. Emily Ray is conducting the Nova Vista Orchestra.

Tonality - 85%
Difficulty - Professional (Virtuoso)

You can listen to, and purchase recordings of  "Two Poems for Bassoon" at BandCamp or you can purchase the score and parts at the Jazzical Music Store.

Rufus Olivier premiered the Poem for Bassoon & Orchestra