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Robert Louis Stevenson
Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish novelist and travel writer, most noted for Treasure Island, Kidnapped, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and A Child's Garden of Verses. Born and educated in Edinburgh, Stevenson suffered from serious bronchial trouble for much of his life, but continued to write prolifically and travel widely in defiance of his poor health. As a young man, he mixed in London literary circles, receiving encouragement from Andrew Lang, Edmund Gosse, Leslie Stephen and W. E. Henley, the last of whom may have provided the model for Long John Silver in Treasure Island. In 1890, he settled in Samoa, where he died in 1894. A celebrity in his lifetime, Stevenson's critical reputation has fluctuated since his death, though today his works are held in general acclaim. He is currently ranked as the 26th most translated author in the world. |
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Katie O'Connor-Ballantyne : Garden of Song This delightful collection of 10 solos designed for developing voices features texts by Robert Louis Stevenson. These timeless, youthful poems are paired with moderate-range melodies by some of Alfred's finest writers, including Sally K. Albrecht, Katie O'Connor-Ballantyne, Glenda E. Franklin, Dave and Jean Perry, Janet Gardner, Greg Gilpin, and Mary Donnelly and George L. O. Strid. The supportive piano accompaniments are included on the optional CD or as downloadable audio tracks. Titles: Come, My Little Children * Foreign Lands * The Moon Has a Face * My Shadow * Pirate Story * Star Dance * The Swing * This Shall Be for Music * Where Go the Boats? * The Wind 
Ralph Vaughan Williams : The Vagabond The Vagabond is based on words written by Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894). With their saucy praise of the life on the road and the freedom of nature, they are reminders of the ancient traditions of the wanderer. But the musical elaboration is far from being just simple and popular : Ralph Vaughan Williams employs refined means of composition, in order to realize varied colors and moods ; and he offers the voice the possibility to sing magnificent phrasing and to evoke strong emotional impact. |
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Composer Richardson has chosen two poems by Robert Louis Stevenson from his set of six A Child's Garden of Verses. The first, Escape at Bedtime conveys the sense of wonder experienced by a child looking up from his bedroom window at a universe of stars. In the second piece in this set of two, Rain, the composer creates an aural rainstorm that will be fun for your singers as they experience this vivid, musical word painting. Duration: ca. 4 minutes 10 seconds.
Arranger: Harry Richardson | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
Alfred Music proudly welcomes gifted composer Victor Johnson to our catalog with this warm choral setting. So beautifully melodic and expressive---this may be precisely the way Stevenson imagined his famous "I will make you brooches" text. Cue-size notes in the SSA voicing offer optional opportunities for four-part divisi.
Arranger: Victor C. Johnson
The traditional sound of the male glee club is at the forefront with this brilliant setting of a text by Robert Louis Stevenson composed for the 125th anniversary of the University of Pittsburgh Men's Glee Club. The cheerful 12/8 opening bounds forward contrasting with a more lyrical middle section before returning for a stirring conclusion.
Composer: Rosephanye Powell | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
Based on the moving poetry of Robert Louis Stevenson, this captivating setting by Audrey Snyder is perfect for festival or contest use. Parts for Oboe, Violin, Viola and Cello are included.Available separately: SSA and 2-Part. VoiceTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 2:15
Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
This beautiful setting of Robert Louis Stevenson's text display's Judith Herrington's compositional creativity. Best known for her folk song arrangements, this selection was first released in an SSA voicing. The vocal lines move liltingly through the words which honor the events and relationships in our lives. This piece will work well with high school, college and festival choirs.
Composer: Judith Herrington | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson | Country: British Isles
Beautiful and emotional legato lines transform this Robert Louis Stevenson text into a classic choral work for treble voices. A simple piano accompaniment gently supports the caring vocal lines that ebb and flow with unison and harmonic singing.
Composer: Michael John Trotta | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
This joyful setting of poetry by Robert Louis Stevenson is ideal for developing treble voices. Singable phrases and vibrant harmonies shimmer over a sparkling accompaniment for a delightful choral showcase!
Composer: Thomas Juneau | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
Your younger treble choirs will shine as they sing of the glistening beauty of the night sky in this expressive original setting of the Robert Louis Stevenson text. Ideal for children's and middle school treble choirs in developing tone, phrasing and other important choral skills.
Composer: Franklin Gallo | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
You can hear the gentle breezes passing by in this charming setting of the playful Robert Louis Stevenson poem, in which a child talks with the wind. Independent melodic writing in both voice parts sets your singers up for success. An expressive treble feature for choirs of any age.
Three Robert Louis Stevenson poems set to music by Anita Davis (medium difficulty): Time to Rise, The Whole Duty of Children, and My Shadow. From the Jean Ashworth Bartle Choral Series for treble voices. Difficulty Level: Medium Children or Easy Adult. Duration - 00:03:20.
Composer: Anita Davis | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
What do a 19th Century British novelist and a composer from rural West Texas, have in common? Not much except Pirate Story. In this classic poem by Robert Louis Stevenson, three young people with a basket and loads of creativity set sail for adventure in their own imagined ocean--a meadow. Male ensembles of all sizes are capable of bringing this imaginative story to life.
Composer: Mark Burrows | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
This Haunting Scottish folk song tells the story of a long-forgotten rebellion against the British with a beautiful text by Robert Louis Stevenson. It's both touching and dramatic, as unison writing alternates with strong, full choral writing. Consider the TBB edition for your men.
Arranger: Jay Althouse | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson | Country: Scotland
Two intriguing poems by Robert Louis Stevenson have been set to music by Robert Young. Dr. Young's expressive romanticism complements the text eloquently. Excellent for college or good high school choirs.
Composer: Robert H. Young | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
This wonderful text of Robert Louis Stevenson celebrates life in this sensational piece for high school and college. You can almost feel the mist of the highland meadows and will enjoy the calm of contentment as the song finishes.
Composer: David C. Dickau | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
Singers will simply shine when performing this lilting setting that celebrates the beauty of the stars. Independent counterlines, sensible ranges, readable rhythms, and notable dynamics make this a terrific song to teach and learn.
Arranger: Janet Gardner
A playful, breezy and energetic setting of the Robert Louis Stevenson poem The Swing. With a gently sweeping piano accompaniment, this piece, commissioned by Jon Washburn and his Vancouver Chamber Choir, has moderate vocal ranges, no divisi and will be a concert favorite. Duration: ca. 3:30.
Composer: David von Kampen | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
New in the Jo Ann Miller series for 2008, up and coming composer Justin Metz illustrates the text of Robert Louis Stevenson masterfully. The accompaniment descriptively swings in the air while the vocal lines follow appropriately after. A true concert pleaser.
Composer: Justin Metz | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
You'll need both an excellent pianist and an excellent tenor soloist to undertake this challenging work, but if you do, prepare to wow your audience! This brisk setting of Robert Louis Stevenson's famous poem is an homage to the wonders of the open road: All I ask is the heaven above and the road before me. Duration: ca. 4:00.
Arranger: John Leavitt | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
A blustery piano accompaniment provides a windy underscore to the words of Robert Louis Stevenson in this haunting treble choir feature. Carefully chosen vocal ranges and obvious musical phrasing make it a breeze for singers to sound their best while seeking a glimpse of the wind. "I saw the different things you did, but always you yourself you hid."
Composer: Janet Gardner | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
This imaginative set of two poems by Robert Louis Stevenson are ideal for developing expression and vocal tone with young choirs. The first, Bed in Summer, is in a stately waltz tempo with a serene lyricism. The second, the popular Where Go the Boats, is in a playful 3/4.
Composer: Bret L. Silverman | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
"Feel a hint of winter in the air, when autumn falls." This expressive piece shimmers through each rubato phrase and culminates with the inclusion of Robert Louis Stevenson's warm poetry. Stunning. Accompaniment available on PianoTrax 4 CD (00-35870).
Composer: Marti Lunn Lantz | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
Matthew Emery is an emerging composer that writes with a maturity beyond his age. This imaginative setting of Robert Louis Stevenson's poem brings a freshness as real as the smells after a summer rain. A great choice for high school and college choirs.
Composer: Matthew Emery | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
The text for this work is taken from Robert Louis Stevenson's A Child's Garden of Verses. For mixed chorus and piano, the notes indicate that the setting uses the piano to provide the river's endlessly flowing current, while the voices 'float' along on it, somewhat mysteriously, toward their destination. Try it as a graduation anthem. Difficulty Level: Medium Adult.
Composer: Dan Forrest | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
This wonderful poem by Robert Louis Stevenson explores the tender and inquisitive nature of the youthful mind. As a child casts his own miniature boat along the river, he wonders where it will end up, and where other children's boats go. The melody rings of a children's lullaby and the watery accompaniment flows along, just like the river depicted in the poem, which "flows along forever with trees on either hand." Perfect for any children's choir concert in the spring or autumn, this piece can also be useful for children who are just beginning their experiences with harmony. The second voice part builds on the traditional falling third and is very accessible.
Composer: Valerie Showers Crescenz | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
Using a text from the Robert Louis Stevenson collection of poems titled A Child's Garden of Verses, Mark has artfully captured the whimsy and wonder of this classic text. Poet Stevenson set the words from the perspective of a child and young people will quickly identify with both the words and the music. Duration 2 minutes 50 seconds
Composer: Mark Sirett | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
This setting of Robert Louis Stevenson's text is full of mystery and delight. Treble choirs will enjoy this piece as an introduction to part singing, full of teaching and performance possibilities.
Arranger: Mark Paterson | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
The second of Two Windsongs, Windy Nights is a setting of Robert Louis Stevenson's well-known text for treble chorus, oboe and piano. A variety of textures, from unison to imitatively contrapuntal and finally to richly homophonic, give color to the evocative ideas of the text.
Composer: Imant Raminsh | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
Inspired by the evocative, suggestive, and mysterious text by Robert Louis Stevenson, the composer has created a programmatic work marked by vocal ostinati, dynamic contrast and echoing voice effects to highlight the haunting poem. In compound meter, with optional soprano recorder or flute.
Composer: Russell Nadel | Poetry By: Robert Louis Stevenson
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