Short bio Haskell Small
Full biography Haskell Small
Haskell Small is a renowned American composer, pianist, and music teacher based in Washington, D.C. He was born on June 3, 1948. Small has gained immense recognition due to his exceptional talents, both as an artist and as a music teacher.
Small has contributed immensely in the field of music and has a vast collection of works to his name. He has released several albums as a composer and pianist, and his works have been appreciated worldwide. His repertoire includes works for solo piano and chamber ensembles.
Small has also been an active teacher of music. He has spent a considerable amount of time teaching music to students who have gone on to become successful musicians themselves. He has been a mentor and guide to many aspiring artists, helping them develop their skills and hone their craft.
Apart from being involved in music, Small has also been associated with various social causes. He has been involved in several initiatives to raise awareness about environmental issues, and has even composed a piece, "Lullaby of War," to highlight the horrors of war.
In spite of several challenges, such as a stroke that affected his playing ability, Small has continued to pursue his passion for music. He has inspired several young musicians with his dedication and perseverance, and his contributions to the field of music will continue to resonate for years to come.
Compositions featuring Haskell Small
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Journey in Silence: Reflections on the Book of Hours, for piano | 33:53 min | Keyboard | 2015 |
| 2 | A Glimpse of Silence, for piano | 8:15 min | Keyboard | 2013 |
| 3 | Visions of Childhood, for piano | 15:14 min | Keyboard | 2011 |
| 4 | The Rothko Room: Journeys in Silence, for piano | 29:05 min | Keyboard | 2010 |
| 5 | Lullaby of War, 6 war poems for 2 narrators & piano | 30:40 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | 2007 |
| 6 | Lullaby of War, for narrator & piano | 29:49 min | Keyboard | 2007 |
| 7 | Twelve Snippets, for flute, clarinet, cello & piano | 2:54 min | Chamber Music | 2000 |
| 8 | Tweet for Two, for 2 oboes | 4:36 min | Chamber Music | 1998 |
| 9 | Miniatures (6), for bassoon & piano | 11:20 min | Chamber Music | 1994 |
| 10 | Etudes in Sound (3), for piano | 7:08 min | Keyboard | 1993 |
| 11 | Suite for strings & piano concertante | 13:25 min | Chamber Music | 1990 |
| 12 | A Game of Go for 2 pianos | 10:19 min | Keyboard | 1987 |
| 13 | Fugue & Postlude, for flute, bassoon & piano | 6:12 min | Chamber Music | 1987 |
| 14 | Phoenix for flute & violin | 8:50 min | Chamber Music | 1986 |
| 15 | Sonata for piano, No 4 | 10:15 min | Keyboard | 1985 |
| 16 | Preludes (25) for piano | 27:30 min | Keyboard | 1984 |
| 17 | Trio for flute, cello & piano | 9:51 min | Chamber Music | 1984 |
| 18 | The Twisted Pine Branch, for voice, horn & piano | 6:38 min | Vocal Music | 1983 |
| 19 | Short Story, for flute, oboe, clarinet, cello & piano | 11:03 min | Chamber Music | 1980 |
| 20 | Cello Suite | 10:55 min | Chamber Music | 1978 |
| 21 | Renoir's Feast, for piano | 28:16 min | Keyboard | - |
| 22 | Sixty-Second Puzzle for piano | 1:16 min | Keyboard | - |
| 23 | Sonata for piano, No. 3 | 12:27 min | Keyboard | - |
| 24 | Introduction & Fugue for Piano | 6:43 min | Keyboard | - |
| 25 | Symphony for Solo Piano | 33:45 min | Keyboard | - |
| 26 | Impressions (3), for piano | 2:37 min | Keyboard | - |
| 27 | Fugue for flute, bassoon & piano | 4:00 min | Chamber Music | - |
Albums featuring Haskell Small
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Johann Sebastian Bach, Haskell Small – Keyboard Partitas 1, 4, & 5(CD, Album) | 2021 | MSR Classics |
| 2 |  |
Book Of Hours(CD, Album) | 2016 | MSR Classics |
| 3 |  |
The Rothko Room : Journeys In Silence(CD, Album) | 2014 | MSR Classics |
| 4 |  |
25 Preludes: A Musical Odyssey And Other Works By Haskell Small(CD, Album) | 1990 | Northeastern Records |
| 5 |  |
The Music Of Haskell Small(LP, Stereo) | - | Orion Master Recordings |
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