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SKU: A0.971657
Composed by Jeffrey Hoover. 20th Century,Contemporary,World. Score and parts. 32 pages. Musicart Publications #5793655. Published by Musicart Publications (A0.971657).American Tango was written at the invitation of Duo Ahlert & Schwab. The overall inspiration for the composition comes from three sources: American jazz, flamenco music, and the American dance version of the Tango. The music itself is based on historic performance traditions for guitar and mandolin. American Tango is in four continuous parts, creating a rounded design of ABCA’. Mandolin or violin, and guitar. 8 min. 30 sec. Musicart Publications.
The score and parts in this edition are arranged to be printed double-sided, with correct page turns.
Jeffrey Hoover's compositions- music ranging from soloist to symphony orchestra -have received recognition through the Universal Edition/SMP Press Contemporary Composition Award, the prestigious Trieste prize, the international Luigi Russolo competition, awards from Mu Phi Epsilon, the Lancaster Fine Arts Festival, grants, publications fellowships and more than 20 commissions. He is a member of the ACME roster of Mu Phi Epsilon, recognized for distinguished achievement as a composer. One unique aspect of Hoover’s work is when he combines composition with his paintings, creating synergetic art that intrigues and captivate audiences and performers alike. His paintings are seen in exhibitions and in concerts where his paintings are projected while musicians perform his music. Hoover’s background as a performer includes both classical and jazz music, as saxophonist and conductor. His book The Arts and Society: Making New Worlds is published by Kendall Hunt Publishing.
Hoover was born on September 11, 1959, in Anderson, Indiana. He holds a Ph.D. in Fine Arts (Composition and Interdisciplinary Fine Arts) from Texas Tech University, as well as an M.M. and Bch.Sc. from Ball State University. His career in higher education has included both faculty and arts administration appointments.
For more information about his compositions, availability for appearance and festivals, and commissions, please contact him through his website.
https://jeffreyhooverart.wixsite.com/mysite
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