Eugene Symphony / Lecce-Chong: Prefontaine
In the lead-up to the World Athletics Championships held in Eugene, Oregon in 2022, the Eugene Symphony commissioned David Schiff to compose a unique musical tribute to legendary local runner Steve Prefontaine, one of the most important figures in American running. Inspired by his legacy, the symphony Prefontaine celebrates his life, athleticism, and activism, incorporating the landscapes and memories of his hometown. From the drive to Coos Bay to his legendary high school years and iconic races, the work blends orchestral storytelling with themes of ambition and resilience. Closing the program, Andrea Reinkemeyer's Water Sings Fire, a dynamic orchestral piece inspired by Leigh Bardugo's feminist origin myth, explores themes of power, betrayal, and transformation, honoring the voices of the wronged and marginalized. Both works reflect the profound cultural impact of their subjects, blending music with the rich history and challenges they represent. More about Steve Prefontaine: https://thefield.uoregon.edu/eugene-symphony-prefontaine-tribute
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Society of Composers, Inc.: drift
The Society of Composers, Inc. continues its decades-long mission to promote and disseminate contemporary music on DRIFT, the 34th installment of the SCI Composers’ Series. DRIFT marks the 10th album in the series to release on Navona Records, and SCI continues to curate new works by luminaries that span generations.
In Mulieribus, Song, Myers: Cycles of Eternity
In Mulieribus' fifth CD, "Cycles of Eternity," is their first album of music from contemporary composers featuring significant 21st century contributions to the repertoire for women’s voices with a focus on living, local composers, as well as female composers and poets of the past and present.
Post-Haste Reed Duo: Donut Robot!
Post-Haste Reed Duo’s "Donut Robot!" is an important addition to the saxophone – bassoon duet literature.
