In this piece for mixed chamber ensemble, McCarthy explores the duality of his two passions outside of music - Korean Martial Arts and cruising around in...
Extracted from Sonata for Alto Saxophone, Piano, and Tape, the first movement for soprano saxophone and piano stands very well on its own.Program NotesBreathe...
Elegy for Alto Saxophone & Wind Orchestra is a warm, melodic work of compelling expression. After an opening of gentle introspection, an ostinato in the...
5 Rhythmic Etudes for Saxophone Quartet
Written for the Chicago Saxophone Quartet, HipHocket is a set of five etudes that focus on interwoven rhythms across...
Razdraz is a fast, showy duet for alto saxophone and 4-1/2 octave marimba in which both performers play equal roles. Close interval sticking is required, as...
A bright, spirited movement resulting in charming melodic twists and turns leads into a sultry, sensuous dance followed by a mysterious,nocturnal dance which...
Chamber Symphony No. 4
A fantastic feature for the advanced saxophonist. Utilizing three member of the saxophone family in three contrasting movements, Towers...
A three-movement ode to American radio, Wooden Triptych constantly "flips" through and combines a variety of musical genres in a way listeners are sure to...
This piece was written in honor and memory of the composers Mother, LaRene McCarthy, a gifted soprano. You, Who Sang in Summer depicts aspects of her...