Write of Spring
under the direction of

Jackson Schultz

Silver’s Sphere Jeff Friedman
This composition came out sounding like it was inspired by Horace
Silver and

Thelonious Sphere Monk.

Topaz' | Dick Lowell

Topaz is the name of two large bril-

liantly colored South American hummingbirds (Topaza palla and
Topaza pyra) this composition represents Dick’s growing interest in
ornithology.

Spanish Moss Scott Free
Spanish Moss was inspired by a painting done

by Scott’s sister. The painting is of a swamp in Louisiana where they
both grew up.

Where’d This Come From? Jackson Schultz

My original intent was to write an up-tempo blues. However, in the
process I stumbled upon the theme with it’s harmonic implications
and minor tonality. The form evolved into the 1st section being 9
bars, the 2nd 10 bars and the 3rd section 11 bars long. Go figure!!

#18 Lester Menezes
This composition reflects Lester’s fascination with numerology.

Kulaishi _ Masako Hamamura
Kulaishi is the name of the street where Masako lives in Kobe, Japan.
The composition’s mood is reminiscent of a traditional Japanese song.

Herb’s Hair Shift Bill Scism

This piece reflectys a circa 1939 Duke Ellington-esque composition.
It was inspired by Duke’s Harlem Air Shaft. The title is in tribute to
the “Doctor”, Herb Pomeroy.