Orchestration Project Portfolio: Moon, Memory, and Orchestral Colour

Western Moon

A woodwind composition for clarinet and bassoon inspired by a photograph of the moon taken in Calgary. The piece explores ideas of memory, distance, and connection to home through an intimate woodwind texture.

Northern Moon

A string composition inspired by a photograph of the moon taken in Leeds. Featuring a cello-led melody, the piece reflects personal growth, resilience, and the experience of building a new life away from home.

Moonrise

A brass-focused composition exploring resonance, harmonic weight, and the gradual emergence of musical ideas through the distinctive colours of the brass family.

Orbit

A percussion composition inspired by movement and repetition. The piece uses evolving rhythmic patterns and changing textures to represent cyclical motion and momentum.

The Fairy Godmother

A full orchestral work based on a short piano composition originally written for my aunt Sheila's 80th birthday. Following her passing in January, the piece was reimagined as an orchestral tribute celebrating her influence on my life and musical journey.