Alegre - Tania León

Alegre is a Spanish word meaning joyful. Utilizing the style of a Latin groove, the piece is a showcase for rhythmic dexterity. It also demonstrates the inextricable link in Latin American cultures between music and dance. Tania Len incorporates the stylistic elements of ostinati with off-beat accents and improvisation to create a brilliant piece that excites both mind and body. BandQuest, an exciting series of new music and accompanying curricula for band, is a program published by the American Composers Forum. The series was started as a response to feedback from music educators that there is a pressing need for new, fresh band music. The heart of this program is new works written by a diverse group of leading American composers who have created challenging pieces that are a true departure from standard middle school repertoire. Every BandQuest project includes a residency component in which the composer works collaboratively with a middle school as they create their new piece. Many BandQuest pieces are accompanied by an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to assist students as they learn the music and to integrate each piece with non-music studies. Visit www.bandquest.org to learn more about this innovative series, and email [email protected] to request a free downloadable audio catalog.

Alegria

Alegra - Carol Brittin Chambers

Carol Brittin Chambers' latest concert band work, Alegra, is a joyous celebration of life and happiness. Drawing inspiration from the word's meaning in several languages, Chambers' music takes listeners on a journey of ups and downs, with moments of high energy and lightheartedness. With a nod to circus music and Latin fanfares, Alegra showcases Chambers' skillful use of instrumentation, including the vibrant tambourine!

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