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- Jenni Brandon

Wood Song for Solo Oboe (2019)

Inspired by the Sara Teasdale (1884-1933) poem of the same name,  I was particularly drawn to this poem for both the reference to the wood thrush bird as well as the poet’s honesty of kissing life “scars and all”.  ​
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Love Songs for Soprano & Oboe (2014)

Love Songs is a collection of texts that honors the strength and perseverance of a Native American woman – a story that she might tell to her child while she rocked the child to sleep.  
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Going to The Sun: Snapshots from Glacier National Park (2016)

A duet for oboe and bassoon, this work explores the beauty of Glacier National Park in Montana via a series of musical "snapshots" depicting its scenery and natural wonders.
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The Sequoia Trio (2009)
Inspired by quotes about the great Sequoia trees in John Muir’s book, The Yosemite, each movement of The Sequoia Trio for oboe, clarinet, and bassoon celebrates a different characteristic of these proud, giant trees. ​
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Metamorphosis for Two Oboes & Piano (2018)
Metamorphosis  explores starkness, freedom, and a dance of self discovery as told through the interweaving lines of the oboes.  The piano becomes the support that helps guide the changes along the way, ebbing and flowing in its own voice.  
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