Roll for cello and piano

Roll is a composition that explores the dual meanings of its title, "rolling a chord" and being "on a roll." This piece is structured around two distinct sections, each representing one of these meanings, which alternate throughout the composition.

"Roll a Chord" section delves into the idea of rolling a major triad with different speeds."You Are on a Roll," explores the phrase "being on a roll" with a linear, non-stop melody, emphasizing the continuous motion and fluidity. 

While these two sections initially present a clear contrast between vertical and horizontal musical elements, as the composition progresses, they gradually merge, revealing an intriguing realization: the concept of "roll" encompasses both vertical and horizontal motion in music.