Entered from booking ledger and New York Times concert listing. Although the listing does not identify it as such, this performance is believed to be the world premiere of Charles Wuorinen's Bassoon Variations, based on its date of composition (completed February 1, 1972) and the dedication of the work to Leonard Hindell. Assisting performers, other than soprano Judith Raskin, are not identified. WORLD PREMIERE of Charles Wuorinen's BASSOON VARIATIONS “Bassoon Variations | Compositions.” Charles Wuorinen, Composer, https://www.charleswuorinen.com/compositions/bassoon-variations/. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025. “Who Makes Music and Where.” New York Times [New York, N.Y., United States], 16 Apr. 1972, p. D14. ARTS AND LEISURE.