Cadenza!

Ray Jackendoff (clarinet/basset horn), John McDonald (piano)

Catalog #: TROY1598
Release Date: November 1, 2015
Format: Digital
Chamber

Pianist/composer John McDonald and clarinetist Ray Jackendoff have performed as a duo for more than 10 years. This recording represents some of their many collaborations including the world premiere of John McDonald's two compositions for clarinet and basset horn. Jackendoff was principal clarinet of the Boston Civic Symphony for 20 years and has performed as a soloist with the Boston Pops and other Boston-area orchestras. McDonald's compositional output includes works for voice, chamber ensembles and solo instrumental works. Both Ray Jackendoff and John McDonald are on the faculty at Tufts University.

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Title Composer Performer
Sonata for Clarinet & Piano Aaron Copland Ray Jackendoff, clarinet; John McDonald, piano
Pastorale Elliott Carter Ray Jackendoff, basset horn; John McDonald, piano
Echo Fantasy Upon Mi, La, Op. 404 John McDonald Ray Jackendoff, clarinet; John McDonald, piano
Duo Arthur Berger Ray Jackendoff, clarinet; John McDonald, piano
Peace Process, Op. 427 John McDonald Ray Jackendoff, basset horn; John McDonald, piano
Cadenza! Yehudi Wyner Ray Jackendoff, clarinet; John McDonald, piano

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