Ancient Desert Drone [HL:50499652]

Ancient Desert Drone [HL:50499652]

G. Schirmer, Inc.

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UPC:
888680012236
Composer:
Henry Cowell/arr. James Worman
EAN:
9781480392939
ISBN:
1480392936
Instrumentation:
Score
Minimum Order Quantity:
1
Pages:
16
UPC:
888680012236
Format:
Score Only
Subtitle:
G. Schirmer Band/Orchestra
Original Currency:
USD
Vendor:
Hal Leonard
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Ancient Desert Drone was composed for orchestra in 1940, at the request of Percy Grainger, who encouraged the idea of using a single pitch “drone” throughout the work (similar to Grainger's own The Immovable Do) and to whom the piece is dedicated. While the work suggests an Eastern charm with its distinctive mode and primitive rhythms, Cowell himself stated there was no particular programmatic intent. This transcription for band is an exotic and welcome addition to the repertoire for winds. Dur: 5:00

Recorded by the Trinity University Symphonic Wind Ensemble – James Worman, conductor