by Bruce Stark solo piano (27 pages, about 11-12 minutes) Belle-Kane Publications $12.99 (US) |
(performed by Chika Nagisa, piano) Dance No. 1 Dance No. 2 Dance No. 3 Dance No. 4 Dance No. 5 Dance No. 6 |
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Six Dances for Piano was composed in 2009, for a commission from New York's Keys To The Future piano music series under the direction of Joseph Rubenstein. For me the movement--the dance--of fingers over the keyboard is often an important aspect of creating music at the piano. The pieces are characterized by energetic, syncopated rhythms and jazz-influenced passages, with the exception of Dance No. 3 which offers a lyrical piece inspired by celtic music. Performing the six pieces in order is suggested, however pianists are encouraged to choose their favorites and try other combinations. - Bruce Stark |