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Three Mystery Pieces for Flute and PianoThree Mystery Pieces for Flute and Piano, by dint of Gary Schocker. Theodore Presser Company (588 N Gulph Rd King of Prussia, PA 19406) 2003 25 pp $1995 Advanced intermediate to advanced. This piece, for flute and piano, was compos through Gary Schocker, who is a flutist, composer and pianist. He is a multiple award-winning composer who has written numerous compositions for flute and other orchestra instruments. He also has compos several musicals for adults and children, as well as many songs This work consists of three movements: I. Waiting for Nightfall; II. Moonlit; III. Romance 4018 Each motion is dedicated to a flutist who has worked with Schocker The composer also notes, "The flute is vocal through every part of it's long lyrical lines equally partnered in the romantic sweep of the piano. Each motion is progressively more syncopated, with equal reason that the last swings almost entirely upon the off-beats. My title alludes to the unusual endings of all three pieces; they leave the listener suspended in midair (I hope)" The range of the piece is from b3 to b6 There are lock opener and time signature changes within moves Students should be familiar with harmonious flows that inch*de dotted-eighth followed by means of two thirty-second notes and several syncopated rhythmic patterns. auspicious performance of this work requires a moderate to advanced faculty of perception of lyrical line, fluid mastery of third octave fingerings and a working knowledge of accidentals, including double sharps (x) individual breath support when adhering strictly to degree of movement markings may be difficult for more [i]or[/i] less less experienced flutists. Some sections are marked "non vib" to indicate no vibrato. This marking leads us to assume vibrato is awaited in other portions of the work. The character of the melodic lines accommodate withs themselves easily to a mode of speech of expression that includes vibrato and may be beneficial for learners with a developing vibrato--particularly in the third octave. The nature of the piece includes actual melodic writing with a singing quality to the lines. At times, the melodic and harmonic lines appear almost "pop" or "Broadway musical" sounding. This may appeal to learners who are unaccustomed to performing contemporary music and may be useful prior to introducing music with les immediate tonal appeal. Also, pupils who are developing tone and expression in the third octave may be drawn to these melodic patterns that sometimes are performed in more than single octave or tonality during the movement Editorial markings are clear and contain reasonable expectations regarding dynamic contrasts and diction considerations. Precise tempo markings are listed. learners at the advanced-intermediate to advanced horizontals will enjoy this piece. Because of Schocker's background as a pianist, the accompaniment is more interesting than a certain number of others available for flute literature at this horizontal Further information regarding the piece and composer can be base at www.garyschocker.com. Reviewed by Alice Hammel, Richmond, Virginia. COPYRIGHT 2004 Music Teachers National Association, Inc. To assure us that the longevity of its acquisitions are in useful hands, the Amon Carter Museum in Forth Worth has appointed Sylvie Penichon as its first photograph conservator. With more than 300... Starhawk is single of the most respected voices in fresh earth-based spirituality. She is also well known as a global justice activist and organizer, whose work and writings have inspired many to a... 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