Commissioned by Texas Christian University School of Music, Fort Worth, Texas, Richard C. Gipson, Director. Says the composer, "Search is very close to my heart, as it reflects much of what I am tryin g to express musically in these times of upheaval, cruelty, and uncertainty." Premiered March 1, 2005 at Weill Recital Hall (Carnegie Hall) by the Feghali/Thompson/Castro-Balgi Trio. (Dur.: 23')