Green Concerto for flute and orchestra

Unlike some of his earlier compositions, "Green Concerto" doesn't directly use Venezuelan stylistic elements. Instead, Oscher describes it as "music of the world," with rhythms "somewhere between Piazzolla and Stravinsky."

The three movements of the concerto focus on universal natural themes: the "vastness of the rainforest," the importance of the "seemingly inconspicuous flight of bees," and the "all-encompassing oceans." These themes underscore the idea that "green is all we have."

The work is dedicated to the international environmental organization Greenpeace. Oscher was inspired by the "malice people inflict against nature" and aims to raise awareness that "we are in the process of destroying our planet." This message is directly integrated into the music; for instance, the first movement features a "shocking" and "not beautiful" section depicting loggers with loud percussion representing the felling of trees. The percussion often acts as the "bringer of evil," while the flute, with its "high, bright tones," represents "Greenpeace" and delivers the "message."

Oscher intentionally provides a clear interpretation of his work. He believes in using a "clear language" for a "clear message." While individual audience interpretations are welcome, the primary focus is on clear communication within the orchestra. The optimistic ending of the concerto conveys a message of working together to "live better in this world."