Winter Solstice, the first work for cello and piano by Mike McFerron, was written in 2004. This composition is a grade 3-4 for cello. With its pandiatonic harmonic language, this composition is very accessible to both the performer and audience. The title refers to the Raven Hail poem below. The dark Goddess gathers all Her fallen blossoms unto the warm earth to await new birth. poem by Raven Hail Winter Solstice ©1994 Raven Hail All Rights Reserved used with permission Note: This composition is accompanied by a letter granting permission to photocopy the score to accommodate performance needs.