Concerto for Flute (with Piccolo) and Wind Symphony

Cobalt Blue, a new Concerto for Flute (with Piccolo) and Wind Symphony, is written for Dr. Jenni Olson and the California Conservatory series and celebrates and explores some pretty iconic and unique things about Long Beach. From the cobalt blue pyramid on the CSULB campus to the Grand Prix races, the beach, and the Queen Mary (including her original Typhoon Horn pitched at A1!), this work takes us on a journey through our fascinating city and tells their stories through the flute, but also the colors and texture of the Wind Symphony and Symphonic Orchestra. Dr Olson will play the world premiere of Cobalt Blue with the CSULB Wind Symphony on March 8, 2025.

Details on how to join the consortium:

Any donation amount is welcome, but your name will be on the score if you donate $75 or more.

$75

Your name will be listed on the score as a supporter of the project

$150

-You will receive a complimentary copy of Cobalt Blue Flute Part with a piano reduction (PDF) for your whole studio.

-Your name will be listed as a consortium member.

-Your name will be listed on the CCS website as a supporter of the project!

$500

-Everything above plus the Wind Symphony score and parts (PDF)

Consortium closes July 1st, 2025.

The California Conservatory Series showcases and commissions new music each year as a 21st-century version of the French Conservatory Contest Pieces tradition. Each piece will be approximately 7-9 minutes for flute with accompaniment and will address many components of modern compositional innovations, including but not limited to extended techniques, improvisation, click track, sound design, and more! The pieces are intended to reach a diverse range of students and performers and encourage all flutists to fearlessly embrace the potential of being a modern flutist.

For more information about the California Conservatory Series visit https://www.jenniflute.com/ccs

For more information about composer Jenni Brandon visit https://jennibrandon.com