SKU: A0.953627

Celebrate women scientists!

Metamorphosis (2019) by Adrienne Inglis (ASCAP) for flute, harp, and string orchestra, commissioned by Balcones Community Orchestra, celebrates the life and work of Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717), pioneering entomologist, naturalist, and artist.
Duration 5:30 minutes.

Commissioned by the Balcones Community Orchestra of Austin, Texas, Metamorphosis (2019) by Adrienne Inglis for solo flute, solo harp, and string orchestra, honors the life and work of pioneering entomologist, naturalist, and artist Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717). As she carefully documented in illustrated detail the life cycle of so many insects, Metamorphosis musically follows a butterfly from adult, egg, larva, pupa, and adult. The piece opens with an ostinato pattern in the strings over which the flute and harp play fluttering modal melodies. The strings and harp represent the egg stage with minimalistic layers of a single pitch. To recognize Merian’s time in Suriname and her discovery of many insect species there, a cheerful tune fashioned after traditional Arawak folk songs informs the busy larvae in the caterpillar canon. A bit of contemplative dorian polyphony laced with metamorphic machinations demonstrate the remarkable transformation of the pupa as well as Merian’s time at a devout Labadist religious commune. The butterfly emerges from the pupa with a flute/harp cadenza and then the strings underscore the adult butterfly with a return of the ostinato. The piece ends with the same ostinato as the beginning such that the piece could loop seamlessly as in a true life cycle.

This performance does not include the revisions made in this version of the music: https://youtu.be/GIjQpkXl6Uc

SKU: A0.1401264

Kiss the Girl is a charming and whimsical song from Disney's The Little Mermaid. Sung by Sebastian the crab, the song is a playful encouragement for Prince Eric to kiss Ariel, the mermaid princess, and break the spell that binds her to Ursula, the sea witch. With its catchy calypso rhythm and catchy chorus, Kiss the Girl creates a magical atmosphere, evoking the romance and anticipation of a fairy tale kiss. It's a joyful and memorable moment in the film that captures the essence of true love's transformative power.

SKU: A0.829803

On the Texas Prescribed Music List

If Ye Love Me, by Thomas Tallis, is an English Anthem that was first published in 1560, and perhaps composed circa 1549.

This arrangement for euphonium quartet, baritone quartet or trombone quartet can serve as an introduction to your students of music from the Renaissance Period. The polyphony within forces students to listen and count.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4x2nPwbByrQ

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SKU: A0.977476

ABOUT THE SONG

RANGE: D3 - A4

From the musical Feels, Thrills, & Trainwrecks, Watch Me Fly showcases the unique and fluid songwriting style of Adavion Wayne, a fresh sound to the musical theater landscape. This song challenges the listener to enjoy the musical ride as a dreamer's ambitions are interpreted with a moving melodic line and lush accompaniment. The musical Feels, Thrills, & Trainwrecks was premiered in Houston, TX in 2019.

ABOUT THE COMPOSER

Adavion Wayne is a Louisiana native and currently resides in Houston, Texas. He has been a songwriter for more than 15 years with titles that span the Classical, Musical Theater, and Gospel/Christian music genres. He is a former public school music educator and currently is a music instructor at the Humphrey's School of Musical Theater, the professional training academy of Theater Under The Stars, one of the most renowned musical theater companies in the country.

SKU: A0.1080252

The term Americana references that which pertains to or of the Americas. While many of our folk songs may not have originated here, they clearly pertain to our American Heritage. The songs in AMERICAN TRIPTYCH are examples of Americana. TWIN SISTERS is presented in three versions – waltz; schottische; and a reel. THE YELLOW ROSE OF TEXAS is featured as a two-step. Finally, AMERICA is presented in its traditional version as a patriotic hymn song, with a hint of its British heritage! This selection has been written for four Trumpets (one doubles on Bb picc.), two Fr. Horns, two tenor trombones, one BC Euphonium, and Tuba. Difficulty level is 4.5 to 5. Euphonium and Tuba range is to high Ab.. Key centers include F, G, Bb, Eb.

SKU: A0.1343135

Key: C major.

Bass Tab & Transcription of Erik Chandler's bass part in Ohio (Come back to Texas) By Bowling For Soup off their 2005 studio album A Hangover You Don't Deserve.