Divertimento for Trumpet and Organ

for Trumpet and Organ

Duration app. 7'30"

Program Notes:

Divertimento for Trumpet and Organ was commissioned by Chris Belluscio to be premiered in Hartford, CT.  I am indebted to Mr. Belluscio for his help in guiding this piece to creation.  I must also thank UMKC organ professor John Ditto for demonstrating and explaining various facets of the organ and its performance practice.

Somewhat like its namesake, Divertimento for Trumpet and Organ is a light-hearted piece devoid of programmatic ideas and heavy thoughts.  I just wanted to explore the color combinations possible between the trumpet and organ.  From unison notes that blend seamlessly to swirling organ passages with muted trumpet lines, this piece is about timbre and expression.  Oh, and there’s a battle between F and F# throughout.  Guess who wins…it will be a surprise.

                                                                                                -Ryan Jesperson                                                                              9/24/2007

 

this piece will be premiered by Chris Belluscio on May 12th, 2008 in Hartford, CT.