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Ancient Desert Drone

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Ancient Desert Drone was composed for orchestra in 1940 at the request of Percy Grainger, who encouraged the idea of using a single pitch “drone” throughout the work (similar to Grainger's own The Immovable Do) and to whom the piece is dedicated. While the work suggests an Eastern charm with its distinctive mode and primitive rhythms, Cowell himself stated there was no particular programmatic intent. This transcription for band is an exotic and welcome addition to the repertoire for winds. Dur: 5:00

Recorded by the Trinity University Symphonic Wind Ensemble – James Worman, conductor

Product details
Item No: AFW-50499651
Band Grade: 5
Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.
Publisher ID: 50499651
Arrangement: Concert Band
Voicing: Score & Parts
Format: Score and Parts
Dimensions: 10.5" x 14"
Weight: 2.38 lbs
Composer: Henry Cowell
Arranger: James Worman
UPC: 888680012229
ISBN: 1480392928
EAN: 9781480392922

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2 parts · G. Schirmer, Inc.
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Ancient Desert Drone Sale price$85.00