String Quintet Cello,Double Bass,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1157413 Composed by Adam Lenhart. 20th Century,Contemporary,Instructional. 19 pages. Adam Lenhart #757744. Published by Adam Lenhart (A0.1157413). Star Cluster is a contemporary piece written for string quintet and utilizes the different strings of the various instruments to create a large variety of colors. This work utilizes various bow colors as well to truly create the atmosphere of various stars shimmering together, each one catching the eye for only a fraction of a second. A short but charming piece that allows players to explore extended technique and the variety of string color combinations possible.---------------------------Adam Lenhart is a University of Michigan student of music theory, composition, voice and organ from Ottawa Lake, Michigan. As a theorist, his areas of study vary widely, including 18th century counterpoint, the early American Sacred Harp tradition and impressionism. As a composer, his music draws inspiration from nature, mathematics and poetry. In 2020 he was awarded the Michigan Music Education Association’s Young Composers of Michigan award, as well as first prize in the University of Toledo Young Composers competition. Lenhart has also participated in numerous ensembles across Michigan, including the MYAF All-State Choir, Tecumseh Pops Orchestra, University of Michigan Men’s Glee Club and the SMTD University Choir. He thoroughly enjoys collaboration with other composers, performers, poets and visual artists. Some of his recent projects include collaborations with individuals from the University of Michigan Chamber Music, History, and Poetry departments.
