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New repertoire for clarinet and bassett horn performed by Ray Jackendoff and John McDonald.

Pianist/composer John McDonald and clarinetist Ray Jackendoff have performed as a duo for more than 10 years. This recording represents some of their many collaborations including the world premiere of John McDonald's two compositions for clarinet and basset horn. Jackendoff was principal clarinet of the Boston Civic Symphony for 20 years and has performed as a soloist with the Boston Pops and other Boston-area orchestras. McDonald's compositional output includes works for voice, chamber ensembles and solo instrumental works. Both Ray Jackendoff and John McDonald are on the faculty at Tufts University.

Contents:

Aaron Copland, composer
Sonata for Clarinet & Piano
Ray Jackendoff, clarinet; John McDonald, piano

Elliott Carter, composer
Pastorale
Ray Jackendoff, basset horn; John McDonald, piano

John McDonald, composer
Echo Fantasy Upon Mi, La, Op. 404
Ray Jackendoff, clarinet; John McDonald, piano

Arthur Berger, composer
Duo
Ray Jackendoff, clarinet; John McDonald, piano

John McDonald, composer
Peace Process, Op. 427
Ray Jackendoff, basset horn; John McDonald, piano

Yehudi Wyner, composer
Cadenza!
Ray Jackendoff, clarinet; John McDonald, piano

Review:

Review to come.