This brand-new"Carmen
Fantasy-Suite" was given its premiere performance at the
2002 National Flute Association convention in Washington D.C.
by David Shostac, accompanied by Eric Charnofsky.
Composed and arranged by Mr. Shostac, it emphasizes
the Gypsy-Flamenco style typical of southern Spain, and also features
several well-known themes from Bizet's beloved opera that are
not in other "Carmen" Fantasies. It contains much new
material, including virtuoso variations for the flute on the above.
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