A string orchestra performs Connor's work on a recital hall's stage.

Winter

• written for String Orchestra; 10’ 00”


( 2024 )

Program Note


Winter is intended to be ambiguous in its “definitive” meaning, comparable to the reduction in visibility experienced when in a thick snowstorm. This work includes theatrical elements, several indications of contrasting timbre, and moments of aleatoricism and intonation outside of Western classical music. What thoughts come to mind as you experience this music?

Performances

Premiere: string orchestra:

Violin I: Marjorie Garry, Giyun Seo, Kyra Gurath

Violin II: Natalie Sterba, Amy Carlisle, Christine Egan

Viola: Sue Sidoti, Alena Bunkers, Amy Quiroga, Mauricio Flores Gomez

Cello: Sonja Kraus, Carolina Rodriguez de Armas

Bass: Andrew Reinartz, Kelly Coslet

​Augustana University, Sioux Falls, SD, March 29, 2025, conducted by Chun-Ming Chen

on Chapters recital