CHOROK (2023)

trumpet, horn, trombone, piano / 5 minutes

Commissioned by Don Benham

Premiered by Scott Macomber (trumpet), Meredith Brown (horn), Don Benham (trombone), Jason Kirkman (piano)

Program Note

CHOROK was commissioned by trombonist Don Benham. The title means "green" in Korean, reflecting my thoughts about the youthful quality associated with the color. The piece is built around a four-note motif that varies in rhythm, tempo, contour, and articulation.