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Derek Charke is a Composer, Flutist and Assistant Professor of Music at Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. His music is circling the globe thanks to recent commissions from the Kronos Quartet, the Katona Twins and the National Flute Association; and performances by such luminary ensembles as the Group for Contemporary Music in New York City. His music bridges a divide between a play of pure sound - he finds and records many natural and environmental sounds - and the continuation of the western "classical" tradition, albeit with contemporary influences. His interest in the arctic and the environmental space around him play pivotal roles in many of his compositions. In addition he is focused on furthering the sound words of instruments by using extended techniques, but within a more accessible framework.

For more information please peruse this website. There are numerous sound files, score samples and a calendar with most upcoming performances. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send an email.

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