Album Projects & South African Sample Library Initiative (2025)

Collaborative projects with leading South African chamber ensemble Mizar Trio & saxophonist Josie McClure, producing two full-length albums highlighting contemporary South African composition—including a solo album of original works & a low-cost experimental saxophone sample library for young composers.

Roles & Responsibilities:
❖ Compose all works for saxophone album, exploring experimental techniques
❖ Compose work for Mizar Trio album highlighting multi-composer South African repertoire.
❖ Lead creative direction and production coordination for sample library development
❖ Project manager across both album initiatives, including masterclasses & workshops
❖ Mentoring & coaching young composers participating in open rehearsals masterclasses & workshops.

Tools & Techniques:
❖ Recording, sampling, & Kontakt scripting for custom sample mapping
❖ Presonus Studio One (DAW) for sketching, production & mockups
❖ Avid Sibelius for score preparation and part engraving
❖ WorkFlowy, Trello, and Excel for project and workflow management

Outcomes:
❖ Digital album release targeting South African and international new music audiences.
❖ Sample library distributed as a low-cost educational tool for young South African composers
❖ Public concert premieres of all works with Mizar Trio and Josie McClure
❖ Workshops and masterclasses for young musicians integrated into the rehearsal and developmental phases