"The Sonata for Cello and Piano, inspired by Vincent Van Gogh's
iconic painting "Starry Night" and the artist's tumultuous state of
mind during its creation, takes the listener on a journey through the
serene beauty of the night sky and the deep anxiety depicted in the
swirling clouds. The piece opens with a twinkling, starry theme
played on the piano, accompanied by the cello's calm and steady
melody. As the music progresses, the cello increases in dynamics,
mirroring the increasing turmoil in Van Gogh's mind. Ultimately,
the music returns to the serene opening theme, ending on a nostalgic
note that re􀀦ects the artist's lasting legacy."
Score available for performance - contact www.PierreBohemond.com

Starry Night Sonata

Starry Night Sonata - Cremona Cello & Piano

Impression Tango

"Boulevard Heloise: Movie Soundtrack" The journey begins with a piano's dreamy introduction, evoking a serene ambiance that beckons the listener into a world of quiet reverie. As the piano gently plays, sustaining strings add depth and richness, setting the stage for the clarinet's entrance with a delightful melody that carries the listener forward, like a companion joining in a leisurely stroll.
As the music unfolds, the quartet guides us deeper into the narrative of "Boulevard Heloise". A lonely walker meanders along the boulevard, each step echoing with pangs of the past. The clarinet’s melody weaves through the air, capturing the delicate interplay of memories that dance like shadows beneath the street lamps. It tells a tale of nostalgia and longing, drawing the listener into the heart of the scene.
The cello, with its warm and resonant tone, eventually takes up the opening melody, offering a new perspective on the initial theme. It speaks to the walker's inner journey, each note a reflection of the turmoil and yearning that define his path. The exchange of melodies among the instruments mirrors the evolving reflections one might experience while traversing the boulevard's storied paths, where every corner and cobblestone is imbued with echoes of days gone by.
Amidst the gentle embrace of strings, the music embodies a subtle melancholy, reflecting upon the passage of time and the contemplation of life's fleeting moments. The cello's haunting strains echo through the air, capturing a nostalgic mood that lingers in the heart. Yet, just as a stroll through "Boulevard Heloise" can inspire moments of quiet introspection, the music concludes with an unresolved harmony. It leaves the listener suspended, inviting them to ponder the endless possibilities that lie beyond the boulevard.

Boulevard Heloise - Clarinet Cello Violin Piano

Ballade pour violoncelle et orchestre 
Orchestre philarmonique de Radio-France, avec Gary Hoffman : violoncelle
Direction : Pascal Rophé

Errance Dans La Nuit

My name is Pierre Bohemond and I am an Orchestral and Chamber Music composer.  My style ranges from modern classical to modern romantic with musical influences spanning from Rimsky-Korsakov and Igor Stravinsky to progressive rock. 

In 2014, I successfully composed and publish a ballet “Dreams Interrupted” choreographed by Trinette Singleton, a former Joffrey Ballet alumna and artistic director at the Repertory Dance Theater in Allentown, PA. The premiere of the ballet was performed by the American Repertory Ballet of Princeton, NJ, and received exceptional reviews (https://www.arballet.org/repertory/dreams-interrupted/).  Full ballet available at
www.PierreBohemond.com

2020 Successful Call for Scores
At the end of 2020, I submitted a chamber music composition "The Shores Of Phoenicia" for clarinet & piano (Adapted from Phoenicia Symphonic Suite op.35) to the Allentown Symphony Orchestra’s Call for Scores: New Music Series Chamber Music. My composition was selected to be premiered/performed at the first concert of the series on April 6, 2021. You can hear the this piece at www.PierreBohemond.com

2022 Successful Call for Scores
My submission “Moroccan Spices” for Violin and Cello was selected to be performed live on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, as part of the concert of The Allentown Symphony Orchestra – New Chamber Music program “Food & Flavors”.

Recent Ballet compositions:
“Cubist Dances – Ballet Suite in 5 Dances.”  Themes inspired by Picasso’s painting “Les Demoiselles d’Avignon” and other cubism era artists, written for Chamber Orchestra (Woodwinds, Strings, and Percussion) for 23 – 28 musicians – orchestral score composed with Steinberg Dorico.  Orchestral Mock NotePerformer about 18 minutes long

I. Cubist Dances – Ballet Suite Dance No.1
II. Cubist Dances – Ballet Suite Dance No. 2 (Tango)
III. Cubist Dances – Ballet Suite Dance No. 3
IV. Cubist Dances – Ballet Suite Dance No. 4
V. Cubist Dances – Ballet Suite Dance No. 5 (Bossanova)

The Ballet flows across five cubist dances bringing to life this technical ballet. Strong rhythms and seductive melodies spice up the scenes.  Tango and Bossanova themes in Dance No.2 & No.5 bring out the Latin magnetism of the cubist area.

The Red Bench Ballet (Pas de Deux) for Cello & Piano.  A short love story stage around “The Red Bench” about 4.5 minutes long

Starry Night - Cello Sonata (Cello & Piano) Ballet inspired by The Starry Night Painting by Vincent van Gogh and his turbulent state-of-mind to be performed at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC with live Cello and Piano or Keyboard.

Boulevard Heloise - Clarinet Cello Violin Piano

Pierre Bohemond

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