light in dark - works for solo piano

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The CD is a compendium of diverse stylistic influences: from jazz and pop to Renaissance polyphony and 20th century modernism, even a touch of Broadway. From Henry’s first short works for solo piano, through to the immensely complex and challenging two Piano Sonatas, Light in dark charts the musical journey of 20 years in the life of a composer.

The title of the CD comes from the second movement of Three Pieces for Piano (2010), which was dedicated to the composer’s former composition teacher, the late Australian composer, Lawrence Whiffin.

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DEREK JONES - FLUTE PERSPECTIVES, VOL. 3

The third release in this series from Derek Jones, Flute Perspectives 3 continues to convey the synergy of the fascinating and varied Australian classical flute repertoire, with new works Jones has commissioned, some of them being recorded for the for the first time on this album.

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In this collection are exciting new works by the very talented Tom Henry, whose compositions are becoming well known, ranging from full orchestral works to smaller chamber, and solo instrumental works. There are also new works from Canadian born Australian resident Linda Verrier, and Melbourne based Johanna Selleck’s Déjà Vu, both taking flute techniques to the edge of the flute's limitations. Rohan Philip’s newly composed Invention V, encapsulates the isolation felt during the covid lockdowns. Rounding out the album Jones swings back to Miriam Hyde’s 1962 Sonata for flute and piano, with the very beautiful and lyrical slow movement - one of Jones’ all time favourites.

Pianist Jerry Wong from the USA, and well known Australian pianist Leigh Harold join Derek on this album. It was recorded at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music’s Ian Potter Southbank Centre between lockdowns, with just enough time to enter the building to complete this third album of “Flute Perspectives” in 2021.

TRACK LISTING

Sonata for flute and piano (2019) Tom Henry

1. The elements

2. Inner worlds

3. Introduction and finale

Sonatine for flute and piano (2019) Linda Verrier

Déjà Vu (1994) Johanna Selleck

Invention (V) (2021) Rohan Phillips

Sonata for flute and piano (1962) Miriam Hyde

1. Allegro giocoso

2. Andante Pastoral

3. Allegro con spirito