PARTITIONS GRATUITES : CHœUR SSA, PIANO
- Expectations

SKU: CF.FAS97

ISBN 9781491143049. UPC: 680160900541. Key: D major.

Expectations is dedicated to Larry Clark's young son. It was written with thoughts of his playful nature, which can be heard throughout the piece, while the lush, emotional opening depicts the composer's awe at being a parent to a wonderful little boy. This touching piece will stretch the musicianship of young string students, but it will be worth the journey.
Expectations is a special piece for me. I wrote it with my youngest son Benjamin in mind. Most nine year olds, as Benjamin, are full of carefree joy, wonder and excitement. It was my hope to depict that nature in the style of the piece.The piece begins sentimentally, as I remember the overwhelming joy I felt upon his birth. There is nothing that can replace the feeling of becoming a dad. Ben has always been a “daddy's boy” and is a great hugger! This first section of the piece should be lush and musical. It is important to ask young musicians to play with heart. They can certainly do it but might have to be asked to pour some emotion into bringing the music to life.After the lyrical opening the piece heads off on a carefree journey with a bouncy bass line and a jaunty tune. There are moments of counterpoint in the piece where the melody echoes itself. The musical material from the beginning returns several times as the bridge material, the glue that holds the piece together. It is my hope that if nothing else, the piece brings a smile to your face. Perhaps it can also serve to teach young students contrast and musicianship in music.It has been my pleasure to have the opportunity to write this piece. I hope you andyour students enjoy it and find it useful for your program.-Larry ClarkLakeland, FL 2016.

SKU: CF.FAS97F

ISBN 9781491143056. UPC: 680160900558.

Expec tations is dedicated to Larry Clark's young son. It was written with thoughts of his playful nature, which can be heard throughout the piece, while the lush, emotional opening depicts the composer's awe at being a parent to a wonderful little boy. This touching piece will stretch the musicianship of young string students, but it will be worth the journey.

SKU: GI.G-10803

ISBN 9781622777112.

The environment, resources, and expectations for teaching music in charter schools often differ from traditional public schools, but the teacher’s mission remains the same: to provide quality music education for all students. This concise handbook, written by David M. Hedgecoth of The Ohio State University, offers practical tools and information for music educators who accept charter positions and are tasked with beginning or sustaining a music program at their school. In Part I, Hedgecoth answers more than two dozen critical questions about charter schools, addressing everything from class size, scheduling, funding, and performance expectations to non-profit status, assessment, school culture, and working with administration. He also provides a brief history of charter schools, defines essential vocabulary, and offers tips for first-year teachers. In Part II, Hedgecoth highlights pertinent charter legislation, which varies greatly from state to state. In clear language, he reviews key elements of each state’s charter law and provides links to additional information and resources for music teachers. A Handbook for Charter School Music Educators is essential reference material for any music educator or administrator looking to deliver quality music instruction to charter school students. David M. Hedgecoth is Associate Professor of Music Education as well as Associate Director and Chair of Undergraduate Studies at The Ohio State University School of Music. He leads courses in graduate and undergraduate methods and conducts the Collegiate Winds. His research interests include charter schools, educational policy and change, and international education.