Loosely modeled on Hugo Wolfa??s masterpiece, the Cleopatra Serenade is written in an easily accessible idiom derived from polyphonic georgian folk songs. characterized by three-voice harmonies in fifth and fourths, mildly clashing melodic lines, and lively dance rhythms contrasting with lyrical melodic sections. Technically, the Serenade is for the most part of medium difficulty, with the possible exception of pizzicato passages in one fast section. The Serenade is to be played in one continuous movement (9a??45a??)