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What Music to Use
Sources for Music
- You may have in mind songs you love
and want to sing that are possible for your program. Make a list with
notes about keys, style, language and such.
- Examine cd disks for ideas.
- Research books of repertoire lists
to stimulate your imagination.
- Look for new music that fits your
theme. Contact music publishers for brochures of American composers’
works, and then ask for perusal copies of those that look intriguing.
- Investigate securing funds to commission a composition for a work with particular qualities, perhaps creating a 50 minute "song cycle" on the progression from emotions such as anger to peace, or sadness to serenity.
Weaving the Connective Narration
- Connecting the songs with narration that give
insight to the next selection facilitates the listener’s quicker
and deeper grasp of the music and text.
- You may choose to select poems and letters that connect your
songs and carry the plot forward.
- If you don’t feel comfortable writing narration, this is an opportunity to partner with a writer or poet.
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