Contemporary Italian-French composer Armando Ghidoni brings together influences of both Italy and France in his music. Also as an expert on jazz the harmonies and rhythms of the composer's works reflect a huge diversity Classical Fugue Goes Jazz for Flute Clarinet (or Alto Saxophone) and Piano is no exception. Ghidoni is significant within the contemporary French music school and his works are regularly chosen as set pieces for leading national and international competitions. Classical Fugue Goes Jazz (Trio) reflects Ghidoni's mastery of a range of instruments. With a typical performancelasting about 14 minutes Classical Fugue Goes Jazz (Trio) for Flute Clarinet (or Alto Saxophone) and Piano is a truly exquisite addition to the modern ensemble repertoire.

Elisabeth Poston (1905-1987) was a British composer and musician who studied at the Royal Academy of Music and later worked for both the BBC and the Arts Council. She is best remembered for her setting of theChristmas carol Jesus Christ the Apple Tree which is still performed regularly today. The Harp Trio was commissioned in 1958 by Anthony Friese-Greene to whom it is dedicated. He was secretary ofthe Hampton Music Club where it was first performed as part of a private concert. This beautiful work is one of her more substantial compositions comprising four contrasting movements. Originally scored for Flute Clarinet andHarp it can be performed with a Viola instead of the Clarinet and/or a Piano instead of the Harp.