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for narrator, children's choir, full orchestra, and Orff instruments.A setting of specially-written texts by children, the subject matter is the sun, the moon, and the stars. The songs are linked by spoken narration, resulting in a rich and vivid tapestry.Orchestral material is available on hire.
This work investigates the intersection of celestial imagery and youth perspectives through a collaborative musical composition. Composer Libby Larsen utilizes texts authored by children to explore the thematic elements of the sun, the moon, and the stars. The composition serves as a structured performance piece designed to integrate diverse musical forces into a cohesive narrative experience.
What You Will Find
Experts in choral and orchestral performance identify this work as a versatile piece for educational and professional ensembles. Practitioners frequently note the accessibility of the Orff instrumentation combined with the complexity of the full orchestral arrangement.
Page Count:
12
Publication Date:
1995-04-13
Publisher:
Oxford University Press Music
ISBN-10:
0193859955
ISBN-13:
9780193859951
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