The second of three movements from Modus operandi for Mixed Octet. (Recommended 1080p). "Dust" aims to capture both the idea of something mundane - muted and melancholic in mood - and also the idea of a much lighter remnant or residue left over from something else. Jamey Guzman - Flute, Charles Craig - Clarinet, Drew Gascon - Bassoon, Tyler Taylor - Horn, Gracie Carney - Violin, Emily Azzarito - Cello, Stephen Karukas - Vibes., Matt Schultheis - Piano, Andrew Downs - Conductor

The world premiere performance of "Canned" for trombone and piano by Tyler Taylor. Performed on Cole Bartels' MM Trombone Recital at the University of Tennessee, February 25, 2019. Cole Bartels - Trombone Grace McMullen - Piano

Concerto for Horn and Chamber Orchestra “Lake music” I.“autumn toned.” II. Evenfall III. Skyglow “The instrumentation of this concerto is roughly modeled after that of the Hindemith Concerto for Horn and Orchestra; however, I have opted to use piano in place of the timpani and have scored for solo strings instead of multiples. The Hindemith concerto also features a poem in the third movement, written by Hindemith himself, in which the horn responds to calls of recited lines. The first two lines, Mein Rufen wandelt In herbstgetönten Hain den Saal... roughly translate to, My call transforms The hall into an autumn toned grove...” The imagery of the “autumn toned grove” resonated with me in capturing the essence of the first movement and the scene that inspired it, hence the title ‘autumn toned.’ The second movement, Evenfall, can be interpreted as a continuation of autumnal imagery, but more specifically refers to the complete setting of the sun and the arrival of total darkness. The title of the third movement, Skyglow, refers to the phenomenon of the sky around urban areas appearing to glow as a result of light pollution, especially in hazy or overcast conditions. The subtitle of the concerto ‘Lake Music’ provides the context that the music is inspired by my visits to Lake Erie and Lake Ontario during my time in Rochester and the impressions they made on me. The lakes themselves, as well as the individual scenes that inspired the music, are charged with potent symbolism.” 2016

Burlesque Suite (2014), Tyler Taylor (b. 1992) -- Talea Ensemble Performed on March 5, 2015 Guest Artist Recital: Talea Ensemble Comstock Hall, University of Louisville

Facades (2014), Tyler Taylor (b. 1992) -- University of Louisville Symphony Orchestra, Quinn Dizon, conductor; Kim Lloyd, director

"Juniper" for solo cello. Tyler Taylor, 2013 Premiere performance by Jared Murray at the University of Louisville. This piece was written for my friend and cellist Ryan Snapp. I met Ryan at the Sewanee Summer music Festival in 2012. The title "Juniper" refers to the strong scent of juniper berries that perfumed the Sewanee campus. This smell takes me back to that summer and inspires in me the memories of the beginning of our friendship.

Performers: Carrie Ellis, Flute; Scott Sams, Oboe; Tyler Taylor, Horn; Jackie Royce, Bassoon; Alex Enyart, Clarinet. 1. Red with Complements of Green "Ive found the association of color with different moods of music to be quite strong - not only for myself, but for others as well. I have assigned titles to the individual movements that very generally reflect the color sensations they may evoke. Aside from the idea of color, this piece explores a variety of characters ranging from youthful whim, elation, wit, and humor, to despair and woe. The wind quintet, with five unique and distinct instruments, offers a myriad of colors and timbres making it the perfect medium for this idea." This piece was my first commission. It was commissioned by the Air City Wind Quintet. I wanted to write a piece that would demonstrate the technical capabilities of the horn alongside those of the woodwinds.

Performers: Carrie Ellis, Flute; Scott Sams, Oboe; Tyler Taylor, Horn; Jackie Royce, Bassoon; Alex Enyart, Clarinet. 2. Pastel "Ive found the association of color with different moods of music to be quite strong - not only for myself, but for others as well. I have assigned titles to the individual movements that very generally reflect the color sensations they may evoke. Aside from the idea of color, this piece explores a variety of characters ranging from youthful whim, elation, wit, and humor, to despair and woe. The wind quintet, with five unique and distinct instruments, offers a myriad of colors and timbres making it the perfect medium for this idea." This piece was my first commission. It was commissioned by the Air City Wind Quintet. I wanted to write a piece that would demonstrate the technical capabilities of the horn alongside those of the woodwinds.