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In Every Raindrop, a Universe

Oboe (or soprano sax, or violin) and piano • 2024 • 5.5'

Chamber
composition-imagery

Artwork by Stephanie Swilley

Program Note

In Every Raindrop, a Universe (2024), for solo (violin, oboe, or sop sax ) and piano, was inspired by the work of composer Toru Takemitsu (1930-1996). The piece is an exploration of contour, whole tone and octatonic pitch collections, and Ma inspired pacing.

In Every Raindrop...is a continuation of the composer’s research into compositional methodology and computer-assisted algorithmic composition. The piece was composed with the aid of the software Supercollider, Max, and Ableton Live.

Performance Information

  • Premiere: Mesa Duo, Cedar Rock, Quasqueton, Iowa, September 14, 2025.

Recording