In the Winter of 1730: A River's Journey
A River's Journey
Concert Band - Sheet Music

Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-3300-00

A River's Journey. Concert Band. Heritage of the March Series. Audio recording available separately (items CL.WFR337 & CL.WFR329). Score and set of parts. Composed 2003. Duration 5 minutes, 16 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3300-00. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3300-00).

This dramatic composition, crafted into four continous movements, is a musical portrait that reflects nearly 300 years of Ohio history. Shawnee Village, 1730: represented by a haunting recorder solo (or flutes) accompanied by clarinets and a variety of percussion sounds. 1812 Era: Powerful drums introduce The Battle of Thames where Chief Tecumseh lost his life. Portsmouth, 1903: A Copland-like introduction is followed by a lively rendition of original folk music, bringing to life the city of Portsmouth, Ohio at the turn of the 20th century. The Beauty of the River (For All Time): A beautiful and expressive theme brings this work to a glorious and highly impressive finish. SUPERB!

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