Composed: 2017
Medium: piccolo/flute/alto flute (one player); vibraphone, crotales
Duration: c. 9:00
Dedication: Rachel and Brian Nozny

Winner in the 2021 National Flute Association Newly Published Music Competition, Mixed Duets Category

Program Notes

For many, the word “leaves” first brings to mind the foliage of a plant, but it is also a rather poetic term for the pages of a book or of music. The two sides of a plant leaf display two aspects of life—the aesthetic boldly-colored front that reaches toward the light and the utilitarian back of mottled colors and tactile veins. Leaves of music or words mirror this, as turning a page may reveal a completely different character, challenge, or sense of being. Two sides of a leaf are related, connected—but projecting a different sense of purpose or perspective.

Leaves was commissioned by Brian Nozny as part of a surprise 10th wedding anniversary present for his wife, Rachel, and I could not have been more honored to be part of this special project!

World Premiere

August 12, 2018 - National Flute Association Convention (Orlando, Florida)
Rachel Nozny, flute and Brian Nozny, percussion