Perseids by Matthew Quayle for Flute with Glissando Headjoint and Piano. Matthew Quayle's "Perseids" (2019) for flute and piano proposes a fresh perspective on the use of the glissando headjoint®, infusing it with a jazz-like character. Quayle describes the piece as "a sort of 'pop song without words,' drawing inspiration from the Perseid meteor shower and the cool summer nights of Maine. His approach to glissandos is seamlessly integrated into the melodic line, supporting and enhancing the piece's jazzy style while creating a parallel between the flowing sound and the visual imagery of falling stars. This innovative use of the glissando headjoint not only adds a unique timbral quality but also evokes the graceful arcs of meteors streaking across the night sky.