On Paragonia, Michael G. Cunningham explores ways an orchestra can interact with itself on several levels. + Counter Currents presents contrary phrases and themes simultaneously stated. + TransActions portrays dimensions of density, presenting gestures and passages prompting sectional orchestral interplay. + In the Piano Concerto, the orchestra and piano are equally matched, using elements of stylized jazz and vocal-like passages to structure themes. + The Trumpet Concerto demonstrates different conversational techniques among the voices, such as chatter, flippancy and imitation.
