Divertimento for Woodwind Quintet (2007) ~ 3.5 Minutes

Divertimento for woodwind quintet was written in 2007 for the Miami-Dade College Woodwind Ensemble. The title means "entertainment" in Italian, and the piece reflects this idea by presenting various moods and styles for the listeners' pleasure. The piece consists of three sections and features each instrument in a solo role. The sections are connected by short transitions that create contrast and cohesion. The piece is under four minutes long and an excellent opener for a recital program. It showcases the skill and versatility of the performers and invites the audience to enjoy the ride with them.