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
4. Joseph Gregorio: Suite: II. Air
5. Joseph Gregorio: Suite: III. Jig
6. Christopher Jessup: Suite for Viola and Piano: I. Introduction
7. Christopher Jessup: Suite for Viola and Piano: II. Interlude
8. Christopher Jessup: Suite for Viola and Piano: III. Scherzo
9. Christopher Jessup: Suite for Viola and Piano: IV. Vocalise
10. Christopher Jessup: Suite for Viola and Piano: V. Conclusion
11. Deon Nielsen Price: Stile Antico for Solo Viola: I. Chromos
12. Deon Nielsen Price: Stile Antico for Solo Viola: II. Tonos
13. Deon Nielsen Price: Stile Antico for Solo Viola: III. Concitato
14. Heidi Jacob: Metamorphosis I
15. Jonathan Sheffer: Short/Suite: I. Toccata
16. Jonathan Sheffer: Short/Suite: II. Sarabande
17. Jonathan Sheffer: Short/Suite: III. Rondo