SKU: PR.11440744S
UPC: 680160011490. 9.5 x 13 inches.
The sextet was written for flute (doubling alto flute), clarinet doubling bass clarinet), violin, cello, piano and percussion (triangle, 3 temple blocks, 2 wood blocks, side drum, cymbal, 4 tom-toms, vibraphone, small tam-tam, median tam-tam and big tam-tam). It presents the composer lost in thought about ancient culture and modern civilization and her thinking about the parallels and contrasts between the East and the West. Near Distance takes us through a journey that covers thousands of miles and thousands of years. Contrasting moments of dense, busy activity with sparse, haunting lines the composer bridges the gap between the timeless history of her homeland and the ever-changing, energetic life in the modern society. The work was originally written under the request of Prof. Jacob Druckman, for a composition workshop at the Aspen Music Festival. It is dedicated to his memory with admiration and respect. Near Distance has been featured in Sound and Silence, a series of ten documentary films on contemporary music, which has been broadcast on the European TV network since 1989, produced by the ISCM, Adamov Films and the Polish TV. It has also been recorded on CRI, released in 1999, under the title Sparkle: Chamber Music of Chen Yi. [now available through New World Records] --Chen Yi Her piece... generates a vivid and wholly radiant color scheme. Harmonically, too, it seems to float enchantingly, its occasional ventures into microtones gracefully bending away from traditional tonality. Gorgeous music, this; one longs to hear more. --Alan Rich, LA Weekly 'Near Distance' evinced some delicate, dramatic sonorities in its fusion of East Asian and Western musical impulses. --John von Rhein, Chicago Tribune.
SKU: P2.90088
Long Distance was commissioned by Dr. Kevin Sanders (Professor of Tuba and Euphonium, University of Memphis) in 2012. I was contacted by Dr. Sanders after he described a positive experience with the solo piece Nite Flight; he enjoyed the piece to a high degree and was interested in commissioning a new work for his debut solo CD, which will be released in early 2014. The piece was inspired by the feelings that accompany a long distance relationship - be it from family, close friends, or a significant other. The overall theme attempts to capture the occasional sadness and reflection that often visits us when separated from these relationships, especially over time. The second theme, however, demonstrates our ability to remember the great things about the people we are separated from, and our excitement in getting together with them again. Long Distance proceeds to revisit the original theme, albeit with a more hopeful, optimistic tone.
SKU: HL.14042364
From The Depth Of Distance , commissioned by Algarve Orchestra and the Albany Symphony Orchestra. Text by Fernando Pessoa's alter ego 'Alvaro de Campos' First performance: Ana Quintans (soprano) with the Algarve Orchestra, conducted by Cesario Costa, Algarve, Albufeira, 19 September 2008; and with the Albany Symphony, conducted by David Alan Miller, Saratoga Springs, New York, 25 September 2008. From The Depth Of Distance, commissioned by Algarve Orchestra and the Albany Symphony Orchestra. Text by Fernando Pessoa's alter ego 'Alvaro de Campos' First performance: Ana Quintans (soprano) with the Algarve Orchestra, conducted by Cesario Costa, Algarve, Albufeira, 19 September 2008; and with the Albany Symphony, conducted by David Alan Miller, Saratoga Springs, New York, 25 September 2008.
SKU: HL.48025275
ISBN 9798350101256. UPC: 196288157755.
The Blue of Distance for a cappella choir (SSAATTBB) was composed in 2010 and premiered by Jauna Muzika with conductor Vaclovas Augustinas, on October 25, 2010 at the Gaida festival in Vilnius, Lithuania. Martinaityte tells: When searching for the lyrics for my choral piece, I encountered an alluring phrase 'the blue of distance'. It remained just a poetical-philosophical hint since the text itself doesn't get utilized at all. Instead, the function of the lyrics is given to a set of speech sounds - mostly humming or the sung open vowels 'a-e-i-o-u'. In one part of the piece these vowels/letters appear as chords, they determine the succession of entrances of choral voices and their interrelationships. Duration: c. 13-16' The works of New York -based Lithuanian composer Zibuokle Martinaityte (b. 1973) have been lauded as breathtaking and profoundly moving. Her stimulating music bristles with energy and tension and revolves often around the subject of beauty, which she calls both a guiding principle and an aesthetic measure for sonic quality.
SKU: FG.55011-856-0
The Blue of Distance for a cappella choir (SSAATTBB) was composed in 2010 and premiered by Jauna Muzika with conductor Vaclovas Augustinas, on October 25, 2010 at the Gaida festival in Vilnius, Lithuania. Martinaitytė tells: When searching for the lyrics for my choral piece, I encountered an alluring phrase the blue of distance. It remained just a poetical-philosophical hint since the text itself doesn’t get utilized at all. Instead, the function of the lyrics is given to a set of speech sounds – mostly humming or the sung open vowels a–e–i–o–u. In one part of the piece these vowels/letters appear as chords, they determine the succession of entrances of choral voices and their interrelationships.Duration: c. 13-16'The works of New York -based Lithuanian composer Žibuoklė Martinaitytė (b. 1973) have been lauded as breathtaking and profoundly moving. Her stimulating music bristles with energy and tension and revolves often around the subject of beauty, which she calls both a guiding principle and an aesthetic measure for sonic quality.
SKU: BT.MUSM570208821
English.
For wind quintet. Published 2000. Commissioned by the 4th Mafra International Music Festival. First performance: Galliard Ensemble, 21st October 2000. Score.
SKU: BT.MUSM570360536
For Soprano and Orchestra. 2(2nd=picc).2(2nd=ca).1.1(bcl).2 / 2.2.0.0 / 2perc / sop / str commissioned by Algarve Orchestra and the Albany Symphony Orchestra text by Fernando Pessoa's alter ego 'Alvaro de Campos' first performance: Ana Quintans (soprano) with the Algarve Orchestra, conducted by Cesário Costa — Algarve, Albufeira, 19 September 2008; and with the Albany Symphony, conducted by David Alan Miller, Saratoga Springs, New York, 25 September 2008. Score.
SKU: HL.14035705
ISBN 9780711948075. 9.0x12.0x0.158 inches.
Distance and Enchantment is a musical essay considering the strikingly common occurrence of people who disappear from home never to return. It takes the form of two meditations on traditional songs which are played together without a break, amounting to a single movement of about eleven minutes duration. The first song, The Dark Eyed Gipsy tells of a woman who of her own accord leaves her home to roam the unknown world with a band of gipsies; and the second A ghaoil lig dhachaigh gu m'mathair mi tells of a girl who wanders a little too far from home on a dark night and is stolen away by the fairies. Scored for Violin, Cello, Viola and Piano. Score and parts included.
SKU: PE.HX9012
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of a 20th century masterwork with this authentic retelling of Long Distance Runaround, originally recorded by British progressive rock band Yes. An iconic moment in pop and rock history is scored neatly for big band with the option to feature either a vocalist or tenor sax soloist. Just like the original, powered by bass guitar and sprightly jazz drums, this version captures the spirit of adventurous art rock. Two, brief open solos for any instrument cap the long outro.
SKU: HL.1426882
ISBN 9798350121933. UPC: 196288201342. 9.0x12.0 inches.
Step into the enchanting world of Disney classics with Disney Songs for the Very Beginner! This specially curated collection is designed to delight beginners with beloved Disney melodies presented in an incredibly accessible format. The arrangements are simplified and feature easy-to-follow notation, letter labels within each note, and playing tips and fingering diagrams. Plus, the songs are conveniently organized by difficulty level. The written piano accompaniments can be played by a teacher or friend, or you can play along with the recorded accompaniments that can be accessed online. An invaluable resource for beginning pianists seeking additional playing material! Songs include: All Is Found ⢠Almost There ⢠Friend Like Me ⢠Go the Distance ⢠How Far I'll Go ⢠Lava ⢠Let It Go ⢠Speechless ⢠This Wish ⢠We're All in This Together ⢠and more!
SKU: FJ.HX9012S
