Ray Downey Memorial Music Library
Concerto for Jazzers and OrchestraOriginal Compositions \ Large Ensemble \ |
Instrumentation:
Difficulty: Commissioned and debuted in 2008 by the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra, this four-movement concerto is a seamless blend of jazz and classical influence. Movements entitled: 1: Introduction and Allegro, 2: Scherzo, 3: Ballade, and 4: Cannon, Fugue, and Coda. |
Escape from Zone 12Original Compositions \ Large Ensemble \ |
Instrumentation:
Difficulty: A large-scale piece full of extended techniques, inspired by Anthony Braxton. Written as a way of releasing his feelings towards Zone 12 (Conventional methods of playing European and American music), “Escape from Zone 12” is a challenging “mosaic or collage” of 10 main sections and 10 subsections, and requires advanced techniques from musician and conductor alike. |
Prelude to a RiffOriginal Compositions \ Large Ensemble \ |
Instrumentation:
Difficulty: Medium-length jazz-inspired work for 10 brass instruments. Includes chorale, jazz fanfare, and double-time jazz sections. |
Struttin’ Around DowntownOriginal Compositions \ Large Ensemble \ |
Instrumentation:
Difficulty: This one-movement smphonic jazz epic is subtitled “Rag, Ballad, and Blues.” The piece provides great opportunities for every section to shine, culminating in a fortissimo staccato extravaganza. |