a dance is a kind of wish (2023) was commissioned by the University of Nevada, Reno for the faculty of the School of Music in honor of the University’s 150th anniversary. It is dedicated, with admiration and gratitude, to Dmitri, Aaron, Joshua, Eric, Natalie, Hyeyeon, Andy, and Reed.

Performed February 2023 by the faculty of University of Nevada
Dmitri Atapine, cello
Aaron Hill, oboe
Joshua Anderon, clarinet
Eric Fassbender, bassoon
Natalie Higgins, horn
Hyeyeon Park, piano
Andrew Heglund, percussion
Reed Chamberlin, conductor

Image: The Three Dancers (1925) by Pablo Picasso

a dance is a kind of wish (2023) for cello and chamber ensemble

Paul Novak