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FLUTE AND HARP MUSIC

SEVEN HAIKU

for flute (or alto flute) and harp

Duration:

12 minutes
 

Instrumentation:   

flute (or alto flute) and harp
 

Year Composed:  

2024

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Premiere Performance:  

Susan Rotholz, flute
Stacey Shames, harp
9 May, 2024
New York, USA

FLUTE AND HARP REPERTOIRE

FLUTE AND HARP MUSIC

THEMES:

SERENITY

Program Notes:

Seven Haiku is a set of seven poetic miniatures for flute (or alto flute) and harp. All miniatures are short and slow, almost still tempo, thus creating a rather static, meditative feeling. They should be played without any pause in-between, as long as the harp’s pedal setting allows. The listener shall perceive the music as one, whole and uninterrupted meditative event.  

Score of Seven Haiku for flute and harp

ABOUT FLUTE AND HARP DUETS 

In the realm of contemporary classical music, guitar duets have emerged as a vibrant and innovative force, offering a fresh perspective on traditional and modern compositions. These dynamic pairs of musicians blend classical techniques with modern influences, pushing the boundaries of the genre. They skillfully navigate intricate fingerstyle passages, complex harmonies, and experimental soundscapes, creating a unique and immersive musical experience. Contemporary classical guitar duets are celebrated for their ability to interpret and reinterpret works by both established and emerging composers, making their performances a captivating highlight in the world of classical music.

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  • Bára Gísladóttir – SILVA (Solo double bass, 2023)

  • John Deak – B.B. Wolf (Solo double bass, 1980s)

  • David Ellis – Sonata for Unaccompanied Double Bass, Op. 42 (Solo double bass, 1977)

  • Hans Fryba – Suite in the Olden Style (Solo double bass, 1930s)

  • Deirdre Gribbin – Maps of Awakening (Solo double bass, 2021)

  • Sofia Gubaidulina – Sonata (Solo double bass, 1976)

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  • Sadie Harrison – Sparring with Shadows (Solo double bass, 2013)

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  • Dorothy Hindman – Time Management (Solo double bass, 2004)

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  • Sándor Jemnitz – Sonata for Double Bass Solo, Op. 36 (Solo double bass, 1935)

  • Joëlle Léandre – Taxi (Solo double bass, 1987)

  • Joëlle Léandre – A voix Basse (Solo double bass, 1981)

  • Annea Lockwood – Deep Dream Dive (Solo double bass, 1973)

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  • Florent Ghys – Crocodile (Solo double bass, 2015)

  • Peteris Vasks – Bass Trip (Solo double bass, 2003)

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  • Barre Phillips – Basse Barre (Solo double bass, 1970)

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  • Rebecca Saunders – Fury (Solo double bass, 2010s)

  • Amy Williams – Don't Tell Susan (Solo double bass, 1992)

  • Ian Wilson – Pianura (Solo double bass, 2004)

  • Lior Navok – Big Mouse (Solo double bass, 2020)

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