I. Morning Elegy
II. Open Sky
III. Thrush Music
IV. Noon Dance
V. Solstice Canticle
VI. Evening Prayer
Spring Songs (2005) for trumpet and piano is dedicated to trumpeter Chris Gekker and was
specifically inspired by his playing and trumpet sound. The work consists of six lyrical songs
without words.
Although conceived as an entire set, the movements may also be played individually or in any
combinations.
Performance Note: Dynamic markings are kept to a minimum and convey the basic shapes
of each lines and section and are meant as a basic guide, not a comprehensive marking of
every nuance. Both trumpet and piano should seek to convey the expressive, lyric, vocal
colors of the music.