At The Twilight - for soprano, flute, alto saxophone or Bb clarinet, and piano (2025)   

Duration: ca. 6'00" 

Program Notes:

I love stories.

I was greatly touched by the poetic beauty of a deeply mystical and metaphorical poem, “At the Twilight” by the 13th-century poet Rumi.  The poem uses the imagery of a moon appearing in the sky at nightfall, and descending to earth to convey the idea of a spiritual journey.  The loveliness and profound meaning of this poem written in such simple words and phrases touches me.

I was inspired to compose a piece that references natural landscapes metaphorically to unfold a story.

I hope I have set my music to reflect a sense of awe and wonder, and have captured the mystical atmosphere created by this remarkable poem.