Commission by and written for the Blueridge Chamber Music Festival - Sonic Story Brook, new chamber works inspired by children's stories.
Flute, Paolo Bortolussi
Clarinet, Liam Hockley
Cello, Jonathan Lo
Accordion, Taras Luka
Vibraphone, Katie Rife
Piano, Manuel Laufer

recorded by  Piotr Wieczorek

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Notes
The book, “The little engine that could,” is used to teach children the value of optimism and the belief in one’s ability to complete difficult tasks. It was my favorite book as a child. As adults, we still need to be reminded to believe in ourselves.

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Anthony Tan