I wrote this a couple years ago in remembrance of my Uncle Dean's pup. In mid-2018 I asked Twitter "What would you want to hear in a modern nocturne for piano?" and the Holly Roadfelt answered:
"A long lyrical line, a clear form, an unexpected cadenza grounded by a solid bass, colorful harmonies, interesting textures, psychological "darkness"

I sought to combine Chopin's language with the jazz language. I didn't get all of her answer in there, but do you think I got most of it?

Photo by @karim_manjra

Nocturne In Blue

Hailed as "extremely moving" by New Music Box and "especially sweet" by the Austin American Statesman, the music of Joel Love (b. 1982) explores an eclectic mix of genres, from short video pieces to works for chamber and large ensembles.

Nocturne In Blue

Joel Love | Composer