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Monday, May 26, 2025

Thematic study, in progress. The unmistakable influence of Emmanuel Chabrier.

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Sunday, May 25, 2025

Continuing rhythmic / harmonic experiments.

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“Little Abi” by Masabumi Kikuchi, revisited.

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Sunday, May 18, 2025

Variations on “Forbidden Land”, by McCoy Tyner.

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Sunday, May 4, 2025

Discussion and analysis: "Contemporary Focus", by Alfred McCoy Tyner.

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Saturday, May 3, 2025

Discussion and analysis: “Thomas Studies Photos”, by Herbert J. Hancock.

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Thursday, May 1, 2025

“Ashes”, by Andrew Hill.

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