New in the Jo Ann Miller series for 2008 up and coming composer Justin Metz illustrates the text of Robert Louis Stevenson masterfully. The accompaniment descriptively swings in the air while the vocal lines follow appropriately after. A true concert pleaser.
Robert Louis Stevenson's poem (also known as 'Where Go The Boats?') for 2-part children's choir is fairly easy but does contain a more complex sound it is a good concert piece. In a pinch the choir could sing unison while a flute could take the voice-two line an octave higher.
The text for this work is taken from Robert Louis Stevenson's A Child Garden Of Verses. For mixed chorus and piano the notes indicate that 'the setting uses the piano to provide the river's endlessly flowing current while the voices loat along on it somewhat mysteriously toward their destination.' Try it as a graduation anthem.
This powerful setting has a strong memorable tune and rich harmonies. Robert Louis Stevenson's text presents a highly relevant message sure to strike a chord with choirs and audiences alike: no matter where we are in the world we are all united under one sun.
Elevhaefte-Skatteøen (Treasure) is a popular musical based around the 1883 novel Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. Composed by the Danish musician Sebastian (b.1949) it was first performed in 1986 and has since been released as an album starring many Danish pop singers. This student edition (Elevhæfte) contains all the lyrics from the musical and is designed to be used alongside the …
From A Child's Garden Of Verses-A Child's Garden of Verses is a lovely set of songs with texts by Robert Louis Stevenson. Where Go the Boats? uses somber harmonies and a pensive melody to capture the sentiment of time passing. Vocally accessible for young singers but sophisticated enough for older choirs as well. Lynne Gackle Choral Series
The traditional sound of the male glee club is at the forefront with this brilliant setting of a text by Robert Louis Stevenson composed for the 125th anniversary of the University of Pittsburgh Men's Glee Club. The cheerful 12/8 opening bounds forward contrasting with a more lyrical middle section before returning for a stirring conclusion.
This poem by Robert Louis Stevenson explores the tender and inquisitive nature of a youthful mind. Perfect for any children's choir concert in the spring or autumn this piece can also be useful for children who are just beginning their experiences with harmony.
This compelling work incorporates elements of mystery and intrigue in a whirlwind of sounds colors and textures. Written in a quick 3/4 time this engaging composition uses an attractive harmonic language expressive melodic lines and clever orchestrations to invoke the fairy-tale imagery of Robert Louis Stevenson’s poetry in A Child’s Garden of Verses. The playful nature of the piece moves…
Par PATTERSON MARK. Ce paramètre de texte de Robert Louis Stevenson est plein de mystère et de plaisir. Chorales Treble pourront profiter de cette pièce comme une introduction à la partie chanter, plein de possibilités d'enseignement et de la performance./ Feuillet / 2 Parties Voix Aigües a Cappella
The wonderful words of Robert Louis Stevenson have been beautifully set to music for 2-part voices by educator and composer Janet Gardner. A flowing melody above a liquid piano accompaniment cultivates skills for expression dynamic contrast and musical phrasing. The descant of “ahs” is haunting and adds to the musical painting that has been written so masterfully. Perfection! Availabl…
Par TAN CHEE-HWA. Windy Nights and Other Tales is a trio of piano solos and the last book inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson\'s A Child\'s Garden of Verses, composed for Grade 3-4 level pianists. / Methods and Tutors / Répertoire / Piano
This beautiful setting of Robert Louis Stevenson's text display's Judith Herrington's compositional creativity. Best known for her folk song arrangements this selection was first released in an SSA voicing. The vocal lines moveliltingly through the words which honor the events and relationships in our lives. This piece will work well with high school college and festival choirs.
Par TAN CHEE-HWA. A Child's Garden of Verses is a collection of 8 Grade 1 pieces for piano solo. Inspired by eight verses from Robert Louis Stevenson's beloved anthology (published 1883), this collection was composed to encourage young pianists to explore the poetry inherent in music.
Titles:
Keepsake Mill
The Moon
Pirate Story
The Wind
At the Seaside
Where Go the Boats
My Shadow
The La…
Your younger choirs will build important choral skills with this tender setting of a poem by Robert Louis Stevenson. Alternating between modal and major key tonality the part-writing is carefully crafted making this an excellent choice for that first concert of the year.
Partitions pour piano, voix et guitare (grilles d'accords) du dernier album de Sting `If On A Winter's Night?`. Inclus les paroles complètes. Un album surprenant où Sting revisite le folklore britannique et les mélodies de Purcell, Schubert et Bach. / Variétés Internationales / Partition /
