Each disc in the "Single Reed Expressions" series features at least one composer whose works for both clarinet and saxophone are represented, and includes at least one of Dr. Caravan's own compositions.
Performer Biography
Ronald L. Caravan, the clarinetist and saxophonist on this album, is also recognized for his own compositions, arrangements, and a line of professional-grade clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces that carry his name.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Syracuse University, Colgate University, and Hamilton College in off-semester sessions between June 1999 and January 2009.
Album & Artwork
This album, "Single Reed Expressions ~ Volume 6," is part of a series subtitled "A Clarinet & Saxophone Recital Series," which organizes literature with a stylistically varied group of works for clarinet followed by saxophone pieces.
Compositional Technique
Every disc in the "Single Reed Expressions" series includes a piece that uses unconventional sound techniques for clarinet or saxophone, such as quarter-tone intervals, timbre variation, uncommon tremolos, trills, and multiphonics.
Performer Biography
Sar-Shalom Strong, the pianist on this album, has performed with well-known artists such as flutist Gary Shocker and soprano Helen Boatwright, and has premiered and recorded numerous works through The Society for New Music.
Instruments
The single-reed instruments used on this recording include a Buffet Bb clarinet no. 387262, a Buffet A clarinet no. 385333, a Selmer Eb alto saxophone no. 10889, and a Conn soprano saxophone no. 142748, with mouthpieces by Caravan Mouthpieces and reeds by VanDoren and Zonda.
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