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I. Afro
II. Vocalise
III. Danza
Afro-Cuban Concerto is a work that focuses on Afro-Cuban rhythms, the feel of Santeria worship, and the virtuosity of wind instruments (Santeria worship has its origins in the Caribbean and is based on the Bantu and…

Argentinian composer Tomás Gueglio's "After L'Addio / Felt" was commissioned in spring 2014 and composed in collaboration with Ben Melsky. As written on the composer's website, "After L'Addio / Felt (2014) is a two movement piece composed in…

Indian American composer Sophia J. Bass composed "Alaap in Raag Des" for solo bass. The work was commissioned by Bass Players for Black Composers (BPBC) - (04/2021 to (06/2021)​.

https://www.jonathanbaileyholland.com/klangefarbemusic/p/alchemy-for-alto-flute-and-cello

Mexican composer Leonardo Coral wrote "Alucinaciones" for solo viola. As stated in a blog, written in 2004, Alucinaciones "was dedicated to the Mexican violist Omar Hernandez-Hidalgo. The work consists of four movements: I-Mares [Phosphorescent…

Amazonia is a dedication to what is considered to be the “lungs of the earth”,
and is a poem that describes its natural beauty that progressively becomes destroyed,
as the dark aspects of human nature intrude upon its vitality. The work begins at…

African American composr and conductor Evan Williams wrote "Amber Waves" for trombone and interactive electronics. As written on the composer's website: ​Amber Waves is a reflection on my upbringing in the Midwest. I grew up (and my family still…

Black composer Freddie Bryant's Anthem for "Unity" is a 12-minute multi-movement piece for guitar and clarinet. The work was commissioned by Darryl Harper.

A very unique recital piece by the leading African-American composer showcasing both performers. In five contrasting movements, including solos for flute and vibraphone, and two movements with rhythmic patterns of 5 and 10, common to Arabic music.…