On BOWED COLORS 2, violist Brett Deubner tackles a vibrant collection of Bach-inspired compositions for the viola. A bonafide virtuoso of international acclaim, Deubner set his sights on the works of seven American composers, and the result is a dynamic album of showstoppers for the alto voice of the string family. Baroque structure unites with contemporary fervor in this program, and Deubner’s solo viola (occasionally accompanied by piano) entwines both, brimming with vigor and precision.

Track List

1. Paul Osterfield: Ablaze
2. Sean Hickey: Longitude
3. Joseph Gregorio: Suite
   • I. Lament
   • II. Air
   • III. Jig
4. Christopher Jessup: Suite for Viola and Piano
   • I. Introduction
   • II. Interlude
   • III. Scherzo
   • IV. Vocalise
   • V. Conclusion
5. Deon Nielsen Price: Stile Antico for Solo Viola
   • I. Chromos
   • II. Tonos
   • III. Concitato
6. Heidi Jacob: Metamorphosis I
7. Jonathan Sheffer: Short/Suite
   • I. Toccata
   • II. Sarabande
   • III. Rondo