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24 Microtonal Studies
Score, fingered and edited by Stephen Altoft of the 16 quarter-tone; 4 eighth-tone and 4 19-division studies which form the basis of The Microtonal Trumpet website (www.microtonaltrumpet.com)
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Study in Transforming Curves
Published, as an extended study, in The Quarter-Tone Recorder Manual. First performed in the UK at Little Benslow Hills, Hitchin and in Germany at the 1st International Recorder Symposium of Stuttgart by Kathryn Bennetts
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Two Responses to Silence
First performed by Celia Ireland at Birkenhead 6th Form Centre in November, 1998. First London Performance by Rachel Barnes at St. Cyprian's Church in November, 2002. Published by Orpheus Music in Australia
"a thread of stillness through an otherwise busy texture of complex rhythm … precisely notated. Throughout, the work manages to juxtapose intense activity with moments of repose whilst demanding complete concentration to allow the spaciousness of the silence to become part of the work's fabric. A rewarding work to play, it will find its way into the repertoire of many good players."
The Recorder Magazine
"Essentially post-Webern in concept, it employs a quasi-serial procedure and a high degree of range pointillism in it's pitch structure … interesting solo work."
The American Recorder
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Four Pieces
First performed at Kent Music School by Kathryn Bennetts and Peter Bowman in 1989 and widely since. Selected for the North East New Music series 'The Recorder Reborn' in 1998. Also performed by Becky Davey and Celia Ireland. Published by Orpheus Music in Australia
"Eclectic mix of Mediaeval, minimal and jazz elements … Hocket, a strange yet delightful movement with fascinating rhythmic shifts … rewarding if executed well … interesting and attractive … well thought out integral harmonies and visceral rhythms." The American Recorder
"The highlight of the programme could have been, judging by the tumultuous applause, Sonorities by Donald Bousted, its slow, slow oscillation of notes touching each other was quite something."
Kent and Sussex Courier
"Serene … minimalistic … mesmeric … a patchwork of unrelenting passagework tossed from player to player." The Recorder Magazine
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Pieces for Dorothy (Part 1)
First performed at Orleans House Gallery by Kathryn Bennetts and Peter Bowman (recorders) and Yeo Yat-Soon (harpsichord) in 1991. Published in Australia by Orpheus Music
"poignant and uncomplicated … inspired by Bousted's experiences as a new parent … accessible both rhythmically and musically … broad, static melodies." The Recorder Magazine
"Simple and easily accessible … pleasing sonorous ambiance … somewhere between impressionism and minimalism."
The American Recorder
"three delightful pieces."
Cinnamon Sticks
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Pieces for Dorothy (Part 2)
Published in Australia by Orpheus Music
"imaginative changes in mood and texture … a worthwhile challenge." The Recorder Magazine
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Leaves Fall, Winter Comes
Early grade recorder music. Looking at a Van Gogh and Driving Home in the Rain selected for the Associated Board Treble recorder Syllabus (Grades 1 and 2 respectively) in 1999. Published in Australia by Orpheus Music
"full of interest and fun … excellent pieces which are a welcome addition to the repertoire."
The Recorder Magazine
"quite wonderful little pieces … highly recommended."
Cinnamon Sticks
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Whale Song
First performed in a special amplified version at the Colourscape Festival, York, UK by Kathryn Bennetts and Peter Bowman (recorders) with Lawrence Casserley (live electronics) in 1999. First acoustic performance at St. Martin's within Ludgate, London in 1999. First performed in Germany in September 2000 at the ERTA International Conference of the Recorder and Multi-Media performed by Kathryn Bennetts and Peter Bowman with Mark Bromwich (live electronics). Published in Australia by Orpheus Music
"plainsong-like music ... complex rhythmic interweaving ... flowing central section. A highly intense work, which will, I'm sure, find favour ... ." The Recorder Magazine
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New Horizon
Early grade recorder music. Published by Orpheus Music in Australia
"Bousted's ear for colour and texture is very acute " The American Recorder Magazine
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