CGE11 Drying Their Wings (SSA)
Description
Greg's stunning setting of the Vachel Lindsay poem features an expressive accompaniment that flows and weaves underneath the soaring melodic lines which seem to rise and fall, as if flying. This exquisite text allows for interpretation on many levels and sparks imaginative imagery. Also a wonderful teaching piece, it is a superb choice for concert or festival. A Learning Resource Page is included.
Voicing: SSA with piano
Composer: Greg Gilpin
Text: Drying Their Wings, by Vachel Lindsay
Additional Resources:
CGE12 Drying Their Wings Two-part
CGECD6 Drying Their Wings Accompaniment CD
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