Dave Anderson: Sonata for Double Bass & Harp

About the Composition Allegro Moderato; Elegy; Rondo. This is a work for a unique pair of instruments. The composer writes: “This was written in honor and dedication to my wife, Catherine, a wonderful harpist. I have always loved the color of the harp and bass combination definitely influenced by Ginastera’s Variations Concertante and the Harp Concerto. There are some pedal glisses and alternative articulations. The 2nd movement is an Elegy dedicated in memory of a dear bassist friend, Arti Smith.” About the Composer Dave Anderson has been Principal Bass with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra since 1996,  and the Britt Festival Orchestra since 1994. He has performed extensively with many diverse ensembles including the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Minnesota Orchestra, Louisville Orchestra, Aspen Festival, Chautauqua (NY) Festival, Colorado Philharmonic (NRO), Colorado Music Festival, the LaSalle Quartet, and as a soloist with Richard Stoltzman, Gene Bertoncini, Nigel Kennedy, Bobby