Small Ensemble Flute,Harp,High Voice,Piano Accompaniment - Level 2 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1007137
Composed by Charles McCreery. 20th Century,Celtic,Children,Contemporary. Score and parts. 15 pages. St Maur Music #3567425. Published by St Maur Music (A0.1007137).
This is one of a series of songs for children, with words by J.R.R. Tolkien.
The vocal line is intended to be sung by two solo soprano voices, taking alternate verses, until the final verse, where they form a duet. Alternatively, the piece can be taken as an opportunity for two solo flautists, taking alternating verses, until the final verse.
In either case the accompaniment can be taken, either by a harp, or by a piano.
‘Charles McCreerys beautifully melodic, intricately textured compositions are infused with classical, romantic and folk idioms.’ - Samantha Gillogly, violinist and composer
A comment on Charles McCreery’s collection of Tolkien songs:
‘For those who only know Tolkien via the recent blood-and-thunder films, this song-cycle by Charles McCreery will give a very different angle on the classic saga. Here we find a gentle and ethereal world, where rhythms lilt and words echo. The twelve songs, suitable for choir, evoke a dreamy, water-colour landscape with no harsh sounds, the tunes are singable and in a traditional style that Tolkien would surely have approved.’ - Dr Julia Gasper, LGSM
