Mr. Matthews has this really cool idea to play this piece called "Peter and the Wolf". Its a piece that tells a story and all the instruments of the band are different characters in the story. There is a narrator and everything and I think the piece is about a half hour long. I listened to this story alot on long car rides when I was little. I think that this would be a great way to get elementary school kids into band because when you're in fifth grade, it's more interesting to listen to a story that just music. Please concider this for our spring concert '08.
I've already added it to the next purchase order. I think it's an excellent idea, and to be fair, it wasn't my idea. Here's the JWPepper write up on it:
Originally Posted by JWPepper.com
PETER AND THE WOLF
Sergei Prokofiev/arr. Curnow G. SCHIRMER, INC. Medium
In this unique adaptation of Prokofiev's most recognizable work, the traditional narrator is optional for concert performances. Impeccably scored in a playable setting.
Qty Number Description Price 10016022 Band Set & Score $70.00
Matthews
A painter paints pictures on canvas. But musicians paint their pictures on silence. ~Leopold Stokowski
I think it's an excellent idea, and to be fair, it wasn't my idea. Here's the JWPepper write up on it:
