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Piano Trio No.1 “Summer Nights Variations”-
PROGRAM NOTES
Opening Movement: The piece begins with the cello introducing the main melodic theme, which is played
with passion and richness. This theme is passed among the various instruments, symbolizing the shared
moments and the evolution of the relationship.
Inner Movement: The middle section has a playful, almost "café music" feel, representing mischievous
and energetic cats. Ornamental passages and dramatic pauses enhance the whimsical atmosphere,
reflecting the lighter and carefree aspects of the shared experiences.
Finale: The composition's conclusion opens with a nostalgic piano introduction, leading into an intimate
duet between the violin and cello, evoking a couple dancing throughout the night. The finale concludes
with a distant, sorrowful solo by the violinist, symbolizing a poignant farewell.
COMPOSITIONS
• A N E N D U R I N G L I F E “ T H E M E A N D V A R I A T I O N S F O R S O L O P I A N O ” - 2 0 18 - O N G O I N G
• WHAT’S TO COME ON A WINTER NIGHT FOR FLUTE AND PIANO – 2020
• MEMORIES AN ETUDE FOR THE BEGINNING CELLIST - 2020
• SILENT CARTOGRAPHY SUITE FOR SOLO PIANO -2021
• T H E E V E R S O F A N T A S T I C A L L Y M A G N I F I C E N T E M M A S U I TE F O R T HE B E G I N N I N G P I A N I S T
AND CELLO ACCOMPANIST -2022
• SUITE FOR PIANO QUINTET NO.1 “GREY EYES”-2023
• PIANO TRIO NO.1 “SUMMER NIGHTS”-2023
