Valerie Whitney - Courage! (CD)

Magnificent horn player explores the impact of solitude, the quiet reflection of self and nature, and the qualities of courage and hopeGENRE: Classical/HornCOMPOSERS: Stephen Chatman, Kristin Flores, Stacy Garrop, Stephen Gryc, Erica Raum, Farin Mansouri Tehrani, Elizabeth Raum, James StephensonA Northwestern graduate who studied with Gail Williams and played with Mallory Thompson, Valerie Whitney has found her 'stride' on this wonderfully produced solo horn recording featuring a diversified program with Canadian and women composers (and two premieres!).A brief description of the music:'Courage' is a daring endeavor for both composer and performer, bursting forth with unfettered strength, gusto and joyous energy from start to finish.'By the Lake' captures the essence of a quiet summer evening by a mountain lake, with the natural world preparing for the night to come.'Harmonielehre' is a modern-day exploration of the natural horn - its modern folk-like melodies and rollicking passages h