A few words from Rob Howat

New Cross Counterpoint is written for live Bb clarinet, six pre-recorded Bb clarinets and two bass clarinets. While inspired by Steve Reich’s New York Counterpoint, New Cross Counterpoint has its own distinguished voice of exciting melodic lines and rich harmonic structure of multi-layered clarinets written in three contrasting movements. The listener is given a tour of the frenetic energy of New Cross, South East London, where the composer lived for several years.

It was originally commissioned by Caterina Dellabona in 201 7 and re-worked for Victoria Samek in 2022

Rob Howat, 2020

The world premiere recording Orfeo Calms the Furies featuring Victoria Samek, clarinets, is available as physical as well as digital downloads. And November 1st from iTunes and all major streaming platforms.