Inspired by a musical mobile hanging in a nursery, Cradle Song captures elements of "Beautiful Dreamer" by Stephen C. Foster. Opening opportunities for the ensemble to explore inter-weaving lyrical lines and musical phrasing, Cradle Song is a gentle lullaby…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Claire Petherick
Publisher:
Brolga Music
The Devil’s Workshop is based on the two most prominent harmonic components of the work. Tritones were, in ancient times, referred to as the ‘devil’s interval.’ Chromatic scales were likewise seen as evil sounds. This, combined with the goofy character of the…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Composed in memory of the composer's first composition teacher, Hymn to the Dawn conveys a sense of beauty and longing. Although the title suggests moving forward, the music is meant to reflect the unresolved nature of our relationships with loved ones who…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications