Through Tropical Stars

Press quotes

“David Joseph’s Concertino for flute, viola and percussion (revised from a 1984 version of the score) (is) full of pulsations, figurations and continuities of traditional concert music. I certainly don’t mean that as a subtle form of denigration. While it is always possible that a creator with vigorous concepts will outdistance a more naturally music inventor, I see no reason to discount the significance of the musicality that may disclose itself abundantly in the work of a young composer.”

— Roger Covell, Sydney Morning Herald

“Through Tropical Stars eschewed all avant-garde technical experimentation, concentrating on good tone, pitch flexibility and aural awareness of changing patterns. (It is) one of the most effective duets for two two flautists I have heard.”

— Johannes Roose, Adelaide Advertiser