11.   Contemporary works were played, discussed and, often, played again.

12.   Contemporary works by Max have become ubiquitous again.

13.   For contemporary works, though, strict adherence to the score was tempered by received wisdom.

14.   For that reason, the directors of the Juilliard, Manhattan and Mannes programs all gravitate toward either contemporary works or infrequently performed works by familiar composers.

15.   Goeb was also active in the American Composers Alliance, which supports the performance, broadcast and recording of contemporary works.

16.   He gave premieres or made first recordings of many contemporary works, including pieces by Louise Talma, Roger Sessions, Roy Harris, Aaron Copland and Elliott Carter.

17.   He is a consummately intelligent singer, with musicianship that makes him a natural for contemporary works.

18.   Ideally, contemporary works, rather than being segregated into specialized concerts, should be integrated into programs that balance the old and the new.

19.   In hopes of capitalizing on its mass appeal, the Green Hill Center for North Carolina Art is presenting a show of contemporary works inspired by stock car racing.

20.   In contrast, contemporary works, incorporating the same patterns and techniques, often seem merely nostalgic.