"This music is born of a lasting love for the flute and the flute repertoire. As a nine year old growing up in Portsmouth, England, I joined the Royal Marines fife and drum band (for boys) stationed at the Eastney Barracks. This required the learning of numerous scales and the playing of march tunes to a strict 'drill' routine. Although no longer a player, I believe these experiences have most certainly informed the sound world and technical style of this piece."John Frith