Classical guitar. However, the performer may use an 8-string instrument, adding bass notes for resonance and sustain. The final section raukindicates a drum sound on the instrument, marked with a crossed notehead. The performershould strike on or near the saddle to achieve a tambour sound.
Bass guitar and piano, c.4'30. Suitable for AMEB CPM and NSW HSC exam level.
This piece combines the bass guitar with piano in a way which exploits both its lyrical and more robust qualities. It is intended that the piano be played acoustically, with the bass guitar's amplification adjusted accordingly to obtain a good balance. Composed 2011.
Includes a study computer generated CD with combinations of: piano and bass guitar; bass guitar part only; piano accompaniment only.
Guitar and piano, c.7'00
New Norcia is a monastic town in Western Australia founded by two Spanish Benedictine monks and it was here that the composers was inspired to write this piece. It commences with a fanfare reminiscent of the chapel bells and continues in processional mode - a reflection of continuity and daily repetition of prayers and tasks; reference too to the monks' chant set to Psalm 102. By contrast the guitar and Spanish music have a strong appearance in the music.
Composed 2012
