“I originally came to the idea of composing for flute and piano whilst studying form within the classical and pre-romantic period, while also studying various works from the 20th and 21st century. It sparked an idea of composing some complete sonatas for smaller chamber ensembles, for which this is the first. In this 3 movement work, there’s subtle evocation of dreams and fairytale-like imagery, with the final movement representing a full ‘dream cycle’. The musical vernacular I wanted to be playful and child-like, so I also think of it as somewhat of a ‘musical children’s book’. It was extremely fun and rewarding to write these pieces, and I hope that musicians and listeners alike enjoy it as much as I did composing it.”

—Timothy Schmalz