Alyssa Morris - Chrysalis (2015)

Chrysalis (2015), for English horn and piano, composed by Alyssa Morris
1. Caterpillar (0:00)
2. Within the Chrysalis (3:56)
3. Butterfly (8:37)
Performed October 21, 2021, featuring:
Michael Adduci, English horn
Paul Thurmond, piano
Learning and performing this piece has been one of the most enjoyable and moving experiences I've had as a performer; as a theorist, I also love all the transformations Dr. Morris makes to the original "caterpillar" theme. I hope you enjoy the piece as much as I do!