Seven Birds of Aotearoa (2023)

for solo violoncello

Duration

ca. 19 minutes

Movements

I. Korora
II. Takahe
III. Moariki
IV. Kakapo
V. Tutukiwi
VI. Pouakai
VII. Huia

Dedication

Written for and commissioned by J. Alexander Smith

Premiered

April 30, 2023 — J. Alexander Smith (cello)
Turner Recital Hall, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

Timestamps:
0:00 - I. Korora
2:47 - II. Takahe
4:23 - III. Moariki
7:11- IV. Kakapo
10:05 - V. Tutukiwi
14:47 - VI. Pouakai
17:37 - VII. Huia