composer: | Richard Lane |
title: | Song |
publisher: | BIM |
level: | High School - Advanced |
range: | concert Ab’’ |
description: |
Richard Lane's Song was composed in 1972 for Derek Smith, father of famed trumpeter, Phil Smith. The single-movement composition is lyrical throughout, and calls upon expressive playing from the performer. Beautiful, extended melodic lines are displayed in logical phrases. Challenges for the performer include a wide pitch range, subtle and soft expressions, and fluid sustained playing with minimal rests. With a performance length of just over 5 minutes, Song can make a nice lyrical addition to a solo recital or church offertory or prelude. A recording can be found on Phil Smith's album "New York Legends".
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