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Inst:cello or double bass

        Date:2020

        Duration:7:15













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There is a sense of suspense and uncertainty in taking steps in the night. It brings to mind the evocative aural qualities of someone moving through the dark – at times boldly, other times more carefully measured. – RW

“Steps in the Night” was the winning suggestion entry by J. Shea in a “title contest” sponsored by the [Cello Museum](https://cellomuseum.org/).

Video features bassist Joel Braun’s beautifully sensitive performance of the version for unaccompanied double bass at the Butler School of Music, University of Texas/Austin.

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