Sonata for Solo Piano

The titles of the sonata's movements, “Impressions—Madness—Dream—Resignation,” imply the cycle of emotions experienced by a young person in his struggle for survival in a confused society. The piece is eclectic in nature and employs various styles. Quartal harmonies, clusters, polychords and folk tunes are present throughout the work.

This Sonata for Solo Piano was premiered by Jon Klibanoff at Carnegie Recital Hall on November 8, 1979.