Dawn Chorus by JoAnne Harris

World premiere in concert at Hartwick College on September 27th, 2019. This work was commissioned by consortium led by Dr. Andrew Pease and will culminate in an album of works for octet following Stravinsky's instrumentation. Coming soon! Commissioners: Andy Pease, Hartwick College • Joseph Higgins, Rowan University • Cynthia Johnston - Turner, University of Georgia • Frank Tracz, Kansas State University • Catharine Sinon Bushman, St. Cloud State University • Leah McGray, SUNY Geneseo • Archie “Chip” Birkner, University of Florida • Cassandra Bechard, University of Dubuque • Sarah Fernandez, Manhattan Wind Ensemble • Chad Nicholson, University of Arizona The Hartwick Faculty Wind Octet Ana Laura González (flute) John Friedrichs (clarinet) Daniel Hane (bassoon I) Cornelia McGiver (bassoon II) Matt Oram (trumpet I) Karl Seeley (trumpet II) Paul Blake (trombone I) Frank Meredith (trombone II) Andy Pease (conductor)