Clarion
Christopher Gekker (trumpet), Rita Sloan (piano), David Salness (violin), Eric Ewazen (piano)
Chris Gekker is Professor of Trumpet at the University of Maryland. For 18 years he was a member of the American Brass Quintet, as well as being Principal Trumpet of the Orchestra of St. Luke's and the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. As a soloist, he has specialized in new American music for his instrument. This release is a companion to his earlier Albany disc, Winter (TROY670).
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Track Listing
| Title | Composer | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Trio for Violin, Trumpet and Piano | Eric Ewazen | Chris Gekker, trumpet, David Salness, violin, Rita Sloan, piano |
| Clairon: A Canonic Prelude for Trumpets | Sydney Hodkinson | Chris Gekker, trumpets |
| The Key | James Wintle | Chris Gekker, trumpet, Rita Sloan, piano |
| New England Portraits | Eric Ewazen | Chris Gekker, trumpet, Eric Ewazen, piano |
Reviews
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"Chris Gekker plays trumpet beautifully and puts a stamp of care, heart, and quality on everything he produces."
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"Chris Gekker's smooth, rich tone quality, combined with his lyricism and control, is especially impressive..."
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