Robert S. Cohen | composer
An Ant’s World (2009)
2 violins
Duration: c. 11'
A four-movement work about the life of ants. The inspiration for came one day while I was playing tennis and noticed a small ant carrying the much larger carcass of a dead roach across the court. As I stopped serving to allow it to continue on its way unimpeded, I imagined what the life of an ant must be like: its motivations, fears and joy.
Five Nights in Sofia (2010)
Violin, piano
Duration: c. 16'
A work in five movements based on Bulgarian themes and rhythms inspired by a stay in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Sibling Rivalry (2023)
Violin & cello
Duration: c. 8'
To be premiered April 10, 2024 by Dan Qiao and Carolyn Regula in New York City.
Restless Moon (2023)
String Quartet
Duration: c. 7'
A work for string quartet commissioned by the Composer’s Guild of New Jersey.
Premiered November 19, 2023 by the New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra string quartet Piscataway, New Jersey.
String Quartet No. 2 “A Day in the Life” (2004)
String Quartet
Duration: C. 20’
A work (ballet) in five movements based on the composer’s experience’s working with dancers.