SKU: XC.MCB2304
Larry Clark seldom writes at this grade level but when he does, we are always left speechless. This timeless melody has been re-imagined in the hauntingly beautiful work for the concert band. Extremely accessible, Enduring Traveler will have your ensemble on full display, with ample opportunity to showcase your student’s musicianship.
SKU: CL.RWS-2014-01
John M. Pasternak has created an imaginative new setting of the holiday classic. This upbeat, rock and roll style arrangement will be fun for your students and a crowd favorite at your winter program. Set in 7/8, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen is an excellent teaching tool making the work on multi-meters enjoyable and rewarding!
SKU: CL.LDP-7188-01
The conductor’s score outlines a great way to teach the band about Rondo Form. Lots of excitement and color along with imaginative percussion scoring makes this a piece musician’s love!
SKU: HL.48024013
ISBN 9781495090097. UPC: 888680671266. 11x14 inches.
Deep-Sky Objects is a cycle of love songs set in the distant future, exploring intergalactic longing and desire. It is scored for soprano, piano quintet, and pre-recorded electronic sounds. When the piano quintet was in its heyday, the subject that permeated so many of the great Romantic song cycles was that of longing and lost love. Deep-Sky Objects transfers this trope to the outer reaches of the universe In the cycle a woman sings of her lover who is far away in a remote planet in some unspecified star system. At moments she remembers a time when they were together, but mostly she longs for him and stoically imagines that his presence, even so remote, gives her hope:I can live in the worldWith your love becauseI know you existat the end of the black universeThe electronics part often references various “sounds from space,” from pulsars (which are routinely converted into audio signals by astronomers), the signals of made-made satellites, actual audio of the Huygens probe landing on Saturn's moon, Titan, as well as many sounds suggestive of the eerie, remote and unfathomable reaches of deep space. Each of the ten songs is preceded by a short sample, or incipit, which creates micro-compositions based on the title of each song. The text is written specifically for Deep-Sky Objects, by Sarah Manguso.–Sebastian Currier.
SKU: HL.301728
UPC: 888680966041. 5.0x5.0x0.184 inches. Isaiah 35:8, Psalm 119:19, Psalm 56:8.
From the Bound for Glory collection, this highly recognized spiritual carries in its essence the longing for peace and rest. The bittersweet spirit is front and center in an arrangement replete with lyrical keyboard and thoughtful part writing. As the song of the sojourner rises and falls with the crescendo of the words, one imagines a homecoming just over the hill with each hopeful verse. Sensitive writing! Score and Parts (pno, perc 1-2, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
SKU: PL.9827
This text, from Christopher Smart, is set in hymn-anthem style. Under a solidly vital organ part, Dr. Giles provides an original hymn tune that is attractive in its lyricism. It is sung first by the men alone, then in an elegant four-part setting. The third verse has the altos taking the melody, with the other voices joining for the final verse, which ends peacefully.This is an imaginative addition to the hymn repertory and will become a favorite anthem at the Christmas season.
SKU: CF.V2506
ISBN 9781491144671. UPC: 680160902170. Octavo inches. Frederic Sharaf.
Sharaf was moved to write this tribute to all involved in the Boston Marathon massacre—those who were victims, those who died, and those who showed the best of humanity in the aftermath. He imagines heartbreaking beauty praying for peace and forgiveness. Now, in addition to the vocal solo, this beautiful memorial is also available for mixed voices a cappella.
SKU: BT.BHI47573
English.
Inspired by the art and spirit of early Americans in the Southwest, as well as the contemporary art of the sculptor whose poetry forms the text, this imaginative work gracefully evokes mystery and awe. Inspiriert von der Kunst und dem Geist der Menschen, die in früheren Jahrhunderten den amerikanischen Südwesten besiedelten, sowie von zeitgenössischer Bildhauern, deren Poesie den Text diesess Liedes formten, beschwört dieses fantasievolle und anmutige Stück etwas Geheimnis- und Ehrfurchtvolles.
SKU: AP.37840S
UPC: 038081433332. English.
William Kamkwamba was raised in Malawi, an African country where magical thoughts prevailed but modern technology was a mystery. From books he read, young William imagined building a windmill that might, one day, bring electricity and water to his village and drastically change the lives of his neighbors. Hoping to someday study science, his country was debilitated by famine that forced William to drop out of school and forage for food as thousands throughout the country died of starvation. However, William's passion remained indefatigable and, using scrap metal, tractor parts, and bicycle halves, he ingeniously built a crude yet operable windmill that powered four lights and his radio. News of William's achievement soon spread beyond his country's borders, and the young boy who was once thought of as crazy became a hero to many around the world.
SKU: HL.14072762
SKU: AP.43853S
UPC: 038081506975. English.
The exotic and mysterious sounds of this imaginative selection imply flavors of music from India. Unexpected harmonic shifts, interesting chromatic twists, haunting melodies, glissandos, and hand-drumming, all bring this challenging piece to a close with a raucous flourish. (5:00).
SKU: HL.416909
UPC: 884088577599. 9.0x12.0x0.013 inches. Frank Levin Mid-Elementary Level.
A creative conversation between two adorable creatures is bound to produce an imaginative performance! Also perfectly suitable as a duet! Key: C Major, with surprises.
SKU: PR.14440710S
UPC: 680160655908. 9 x 12 inches.
While staying in Arden, West Virginia, Martin found himself thinking of other Forests of Arden, possibly in France, possibly in England, as mentioned in Shakespeare's As You Like It. Pondering earlier times of bucolic delight, as he calls it, Martin has written this series of ten quartets, all featuring horns, the perfect vehicle for his imagined life.
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