Samuel R. Hazo: Stella Maris: Concert Band: Score & Parts

Composed as a memorial piece for a beloved teacher and friend, tender melodies and lush harmonies combine in this moving and lyrical work for mature ensembles. Stella Maris is a Latin term for Polaris, the North Star, with its symbolic role as the star that protects and guides . It s this reference that serves as the inspiration and premise of this emotional and rewarding work.