Shades of a Romance was commissioned by the CBC, specifically for Gwen Hoebig and David Moroz. While writing the piece, I knew it was going to be premiered by a husband and wife team so I endeavoured to make the relationship between the two instruments quite intimate and personal.

While writing the piece, I drew upon my own personal experiences. Keeping in mind the notion that romances can lead to lifelong relationships, or end in flames, the piece is cast in two sections; the first section of the piece is lyrical and passionate, while the second part is fiery, raw, rhythmical and tempestuous. It’s up to the listener’s imagination to determine if the romance, as depicted in the performance, concludes with the lovers going their separate ways, or lighting up
a cigarette.

Commissioned by the CBC.

Shades of a Romance

November  17, 1995
GWEN HOEBIG  Violin
DAVID MOROZ  Piano
Muriel Richardson Auditorium, Winnipeg Art Gallery
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada 

GWEN HOEBIG  Violin
DAVID MOROZ  Piano
January 30, 2003
Winnipeg New Music Festival
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada

 

For more information on score and parts rental for Shades of a Romance, contact John Estacio