Hammer & Nail
for electric guitar and piano
Commissioned by Frank Nawrot and Rachael Rule
duration: 5 minutes
Premiered by D.J. Sparr and Carolyn True in San Antonio, TX on March 17th, 2021
Hammer & Nail is a fast and furious duo inspired by heavy metal and progressive rock. It features hard hitting, razor sharp contrapuntal lines between the two instruments, creating a brazen and percussive sound with the sophistication of Bach and the rebelliousness of Sid Vicious.
Video of the Premier by the Soli Chamber Ensemble
Stephen Malinowski’s incredible music animation for Hammer & Nail.