A visit to Desert Hot Springs in Californias Coachella Valley was the inspiration for Dorffs 9-minute Desert Dusk, scored for the strikingly rich duo of Alto Flute and Cello. The music begins by reveling in the Eden-like beauty and mimicking adistant mourning dove, interrupted by a dramatic windstorm which then gives way to the desert sunset. Desert Dusk is a unique addition to the Alto Flutes chamber and recital repertory. For advanced performers.