Serenade II (1949)

…The first two movements of the Serenade show a composer deserving of serious attention. The tart ambiguous harmonies are moved along with sophistication and strength...

...the second Serenade of 1948 is hefty enough in both concept and form to be included almost in the symphonic cycle. The lengthy first movement intones a foreboding and long-breathed theme that bears all the marks of gravity and scope indicating a major statement. With its somber slow movement and frenzied rondo finale, it makes one realize the designation "serenade" hardly does justice to the unusually serious and ambition work...