Contours

The first movement is brisk and energetic, propelled by rapid figures and playful interplay between the alto saxophone and piano. Its character captures the feeling of urgency, with shifts that keep the music constantly in motion. The second movement offers a reflective contrast. Here, the music slows and deepens, allowing lyrical lines to unfold with patience and tenderness. The movement lingers on memory and resonance, gently drawing the sonata to a contemplative close. Together, the two movements trace a path from motion to stillness — a reminder of the cycles between action and reflection.

This recording was provided by the Hugh Hodgson School of Music at the University of Georgia.