Solo & Chamber Music

This was written for my 20th Century Music Analysis class.  It uses the set (0146) and an octatonic scale.  Each play off the other in the transitions both horizontally and vertically in the score, although it is easier to notice the first set vertically as block chords.  

Throughout the piece, the tonal center modulates, with the middle section being the clearest to interpret.  


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Piece For Clarinet And Piano No. 2

This is the mixed chamber ensemble version of my composition Revelation.  It was performed on the composition forum at UCF November 13 of this year.

Revelation

Music by James Watson, Performed by Daniel Seymour.

Solo For Violin - I

This piece was originally derived from a prayer that echoed in my head the night of the terrorist attacks on Paris, France in November 2015. It's former subtitle, in parenthesis, "for the victims of Paris" stayed for a long time leading up to it's premiere in April.  Gradually, I came to realize that it wasn't just meant to be a prayer for Paris alone, but for all families, friends, and anyone who has ever, in their life, experienced such tremendous loss.  It is not my intention to impose any one idea or belief on anyone, but simply to provide some level of comfort and hope to both performer and listener alike in times of fear and uncertainty.  

If you're interested in purchasing the sheet music for this piece for your university or professional choir, please follow this link.  Thank you!  http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/threnody-digital-sheet-music/20453824

Solo & Chamber Music

James Watson - Composer