Chutes and Ladders

December 2006
Duration: c. 4.15
Instrumentation: Solo Violin

Program Notes

Chutes and Ladders is an experiment with Locrian mode, mostly focusing on B Locrian. After a short introductory passage, the piece follows an arch form. The use of harmonics and double stops are pre-dominant features throughout the piece. Along with these techniques, characteristic septuplet runs (chutes) and intervallic passages (ladders) give the piece the character that inspired the title.

Performances

• March 1, 2007 (Premiere): Mark Rush (Violin), SCI Chapter Guest Recital, University of Florida.
• April 1, 2008: Elaine Li (Violin), Senior Composition Recital, Baughman Center, University of Florida.

Recordings

• Mark Rush (Premiere): March 1, 2007 - SCI Chapter Guest Recital, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

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