Traces the complex, ever-changing path of musical growth from the late Romantic period to the serial techniques of contemporary composers. By analyzing the dominant characteristics of specific styles of writing, it provides an organized plan of explanation and exercises to make the study of non-diatonic literature more manageable.

This original was inspired by the concept of unique thoughts developed during sleep. The two movements portray these changing fantasies to the delight of performers and listeners alike. Instrumentation: violin, cello and piano

This happy, brilliant piece is fun to perform and challenges the soloist with contrasting sections and a cadenza. The accompanying piano part supports the flute with a modern harmonic style that introduces young players to the contemporary idiom. Instrumentation: flute and piano

If you are looking for a serious contemporary work which includes free improvisation, check this out! Instrumentation: clarinet in Bb or soprano saxophone and piano