Traditional setting; acc.

This moderately easy oboe solo begins with a soulful harmonic progression in the accompaniment (alla Moonlight Sonata) that introduces the melody in a 3-4 meter. The theme is presented in its entirety. After a brief modulation the accompaniment takes over in a rich melodic/harmonic interplay of the tune and supporting lines, only to be joined with a simple counter line in the solo. The piece gains strength with the rhythmic interplay between the soloists and the accompaniment and then calms to a style presented in the opening measures. Final rest.

A collection for oboe and piano including arrangements on “Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne,” “O Sing A Song of Bethlehem,” and, “I Heard The Bells on Christmas Day. These solos make use of the full range of the oboe and stylistically making use of somber to exhilarating expressions.

This oboe solo begins with a brief piano introduction and presents the tune in a gently embellished manner that creates interest. After a brief intermission the soloist presents the tune with even more melodic embellishment and ryhthmic activity. Another intermission coupled with a modulation where the piano now carries the tune while the soloist offsets it with a countermelody, The solo line now captures the tune and carries it to the end where it makes a final, restful statement.

This bubbly rendition of “Come Thou Fount” is effervescent from beginning to end. It is filled with movement and excitement expressing intense joy throughout.

This oboe solo begins with the piano playing a gentle motif of the theme and then joined in with the solo line playing the theme in a straight forward fashion. The theme is now stated in a modified manner while the soloist exudes a moving obbligato line which adds more excitement to the piece. The piece concludes with the latter section of the first section and then settles into a solemn repose.

This piece would serve well as a meditation. Beginning with a quiet Celtic lilt, the center section is stronger and bolder. After several bell effects, the piece returns to the mood of the beginning.

This solo with piano follows a simple theme and variation form. It gives the young soloist the opportunity to play many styles in a short framework.

This solo with piano begins with the portrayal of a pastoral setting. The arrangement incorporates both “Flow Gently Sweet Afton” and “Luther’s Hymn”.

This solo with piano makes a straight forward statement of the tune followed by a contrasting section using a new counter melody. It then returns to the opening theme.

This solo with piano begins with the strains of a lion’s roar. Next enters Daniel in a simple fashion followed by a statement in a triumphal march. The lions return-Daniel prevails.

This solo with piano begins with a bold march statement with an elongated rhythm of the melody. The middle section is more expressive while the final section imitates the beginning, with a solid statement of faith.

This solo with piano begins with a simple statement of the tune with a middle section that uses motivic design, only to return to the opening statement.