Chroma @ DePaul University

The program Chroma bursts forth with a kaleidoscope of sound, featuring an eclectic mix of contemporary and classical compositions that captivate the senses.

Jonathan Bailey Holland’s Between Days opens the program with an evocative piece for alto flute, clarinet, cello, and piano. This work explores the interplay of timbres and textures, creating a reflective atmosphere.

Shulamit Ran‘s Private Game follows, a duet for clarinet and cello that delves into the nuances of dialogue between the two instruments, highlighting their contrasting yet complementary voices.

Robert Martin’s Night Time envelopes listeners in a soundscape that captures the essence of nighttime, with its mysteries and quietude.

Gabriel Fauré’s Piano Trio in D minor, Op. 120 adds a touch of classical elegance. This trio for violin, cello, and piano is a lush exploration of lyrical melodies and intricate harmonies, showcasing Fauré’s masterful craftsmanship.

Philippe Bodin’s Peal is a vibrant composition for full ensemble that unfolds like a painter’s palette, rich with colors and textures. Peal evokes a spectrum of emotions, painting a vivid auditory landscape that invites listeners to experience a journey through a world of color and sound.

Together, these compositions create a dynamic and colorful musical journey, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in a world of diverse soundscapes and emotional depth.

Program

Jonathan Bailey Holland | Between Days  (alto flute, clarinet, cello, piano) 11 minutes
Shulamit Ran | Private Game  (clarinet, cello) 5 minutes
Robert Martin | Night Time (full ensemble)  9 minutes
Gabriel Fauré | Piano Trio in d minor op. 120 (violin, cello, piano)  18-20 min
      I. Allegro ma non troppo
      II. Andantino
      III. Allegro vivo
Philippe Bodin | Peal  (full ensemble) 11 minutes

Artists

Jennie Oh Brown | flute
Andrea R. DiOrio | clarinet
Elizabeth Brausa Brathwaite | violin
Russell Rolen | cello
Daniel Schlosberg | piano
Jonathon Kirk | composer-in-residence

If you need ticketing assistance, please contact the Holtschneider Performance Center Box Office by email: musicboxoffice@depaul.edu or by phone at 773.325.5200. The HPC Box Office is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10-3pm.