14 Études on the Music of Black Americans released.

One of the most intense projects I’ve ever done, this 25 minute collection is based on 14 of over 500 melodies I studied in order to choose the best material for guitar compositions. The collection spans the full range of beginner (akin to Suzuki book 1) to advanced (akin to Villa-Lobos preludes) and every piece is based on melodies from enslaved or recently emancipated African-Americans. Commissioned by Cleveland Classical Guitar Society, these works feature trio ensemble versions of the simplest solo pieces, as well as both simplified and advanced versions of many etudes so that teachers can choose the appropriate level for their students.