Concertino III (2017)

1. Praeludium
2. Canzonetta
3. Jig

Concertino III (2017; Op. 1214) is dedicated to Kevin Birch. Praeludium begins with a theme reminiscent of the quartal/quintal harmonic language of many Germanic organ works of the mid 20th century. The movement develops as a rondo. The lyric Canzonetta, marked “wistfully,” is based on a descending figure heard in the opening bar. The concluding Jig partakes fully of a Celtic-Appalachian folk spirit, bringing the piece to a joyous conclusion.

For reference:
Concertino II (2015): http://www.contrebombarde.com/concerthall/music/17362

Concertino I (2014): http://www.contrebombarde.com/concerthall/music/14859

Score (for all three) available here: http://store.subitomusic.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=7888