SKU: BT.DHP-1094703-060
ISBN 9789043131551. 12 X 9 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
Het concertwerk Spirit of Life werd gecomponeerd door de Belgische componist Johan Nijs. Met deze compositie wil hij de verschillende facetten van het leven muzikaal verbeelden. Zo bestaat het leven vaak uit een aaneenschakeling van`ups?? en `downs?? en wisselen de aangename en minder aangename momenten elkaar doorgaans af. In Spirit of Life brengt de componist dit tot uitdrukking in een afwisselende reeks van opgewekte, melancholische, nostalgische en ritmischethema??s.Das Konzertwerk Spirit of Life wurde vom belgischen Komponisten Johan Nijs geschrieben. Mittels dieser Komposition will er die verschiedenen Aspekte des Lebens musikalisch darstellen. Das Leben ist oft eine Kette von Höhen und Tiefen und in der Regel wechseln sich darin die angenehmen mit den weniger angenehmen Momenten ab. In Spirit of Life bringt der Komponist dies in einer abwechslungsreichen Reihe heiterer, melancholischer, nostalgischer und rhythmischer Themen zum Ausdruck.La vie est une succession de hauts et de bas, de calme et de tempêtes, d??instants de bonheur et de tristesse, etc. Spirit of Life illustre ces différents aspects au travers d??une série de variations construites autour de l??alternance entre thèmes gais, mélancoliques, nostalgiques et rythmiques.
SKU: HP.1755
UPC: 763628117559.
As the title indicates, there are 13 new hymn texts based on Psalms, 12 as hymns and 24 as new spiritual songs. All are set to tunes ancient and modern, and all have been written since the publication of A Year of Grace (1990) and To Sing God's Praise (1992).
SKU: YM.GTP01101644
ISBN 9784636113259. 8.75 x 12 inches.
Spirited Away from Studio Ghibli Piano Collection features 11 arrangements of 6 songs from Spirited Away. Featuring iconic songs from Studio Ghibli films, this series includes arrangements at various levels, from beginner to intermediate, in piano solo and piano duet arrangements to suit all difficulty levels and styles. The first four pages of each book feature full color stills from the film scenes. It is ideal for piano learners, piano enthusiasts, and, of course, Studio Ghibli fans!
SKU: HL.8749966
UPC: 884088361730. 5x5 inches.
Build your community spirit with this easily learned song that combines World Music Drumming techniques with choral singing and includes a text from Romans 14: “Let us all pursue the things that make for peace and build up the common life.” Available separately: 4-Part Any Combination, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:30.
SKU: HL.48023922
UPC: 888680646493. 6.75x10.5x0.047 inches.
Simple, repeated note patterns form the melodic and accompanimental textures of this piece, evoking a sense of humility. Each verse builds toward a cascade of running 8th notes that subsides in quietness. A mood of reverence permeates the piece as Chief Yellow Lark's words, uttered with eternity in mind, reveal all of life to be sacred.
SKU: HL.381254
UPC: 196288019503. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches. II Timothy 1:14, Mark 1:10, Romans 5:5.
A masterful reimagining of a treasured hymn, this octavo follows the expressive nuances of the text with sensitive and artistic care. There is a luxurious richness in the harmonies of this tone poem, giving directors an opportunity to work with the expressive potential of the choir. A pleasing piano part offers color and contrast to deliver the message of God's comfort and presence in the life of the believer.
SKU: CF.BF141
ISBN 9781491159989. UPC: 680160918584.
The three pieces From Jewish Life were composed by Swiss-American composer Ernest Bloch in 1924, the same year he took U.S. citizenship. Though clearly inspired and influenced by Jewish experience, they are purely concert pieces, and do not provide any specific liturgical significance.The first movement, Prayer, is a deeply heartfelt plea to the almighty. As Neil W Levin writes, The initial four-note motive in the minor mode, together with its elaboration in the ensuing phrases, sounds as if it might have served as the skeletal model for Max Janowski's (1912-1991) now well-known setting of the High Holyday prayer Avinu Malkenu. This prayer has special meaning in my own spiritual life, as I have been singing it since my childhood. Both Prayer and Janowski's Avinu Malkenu are cantorial in nature, to be sung with heartfelt pathos.The second movement, Supplication (the act of begging humbly), has more angst, almost a sense of urgency as a result of the rhythmic motor in the piano. The third movement, Jewish Song, evokes a quintessentially Eastern-European melancholy. Its falling motives with bent intonation might represent the pain of the Jewish experience.The works were dedicated to Dutch-American cellist Hans Kindler, a highly influential musician of his time, and founder of the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. Mr. Kindler was the soloist for the world premiere of Bloch's most celebrated work, Schelomo in 1917.Though the popularity of Bloch's oeuvre has been dominated by works of Jewish connection, we should not forget that Bloch had many other stylistic periods, including Franco-Belgian, modal, serial, and even American folk. In 1927, he was awarded Musical America's composition prize in a unanimous vote, despite being regarded as an outsider by American music writers at the time. His winning work America (1928) was performed by every major orchestra and conductor in the following seasons. May we be proud of his contributions to American music.The three pieces From Jewish Life were composed by Swiss-American composer Ernest Bloch in 1924, the same year he took U.S. citizenship. Though clearly inspired and influenced by Jewish experience, they are purely concert pieces, and do not provide any specific liturgical significance. The first movement, Prayer, is a deeply heartfelt plea to the almighty. As Neil W Levin writes, The initial four-note motive in the minor mode, together with its elaboration in the ensuing phrases, sounds as if it might have served as the skeletal model for Max Janowski's (1912-1991) now well-known setting of the High Holyday prayer Avinu Malkenu. This prayer has special meaning in my own spiritual life, as I have been singing it since my childhood. Both Prayer and Janowski's Avinu Malkenu are cantorial in nature, to be sung with heartfelt pathos. The second movement, Supplication (the act of begging humbly), has more angst, almost a sense of urgency as a result of the rhythmic motor in the piano. The third movement, Jewish Song, evokes a quintessentially Eastern-European melancholy. Its falling motives with bent intonation might represent the pain of the Jewish experience. The works were dedicated to Dutch-American cellist Hans Kindler, a highly influential musician of his time, and founder of the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. Mr. Kindler was the soloist for the world premiere of Bloch's most celebrated work, Schelomo in 1917. Though the popularity of Bloch's oeuvre has been dominated by works of Jewish connection, we should not forget that Bloch had many other stylistic periods, including Franco-Belgian, modal, serial, and even American folk. In 1927, he was awarded Musical America's composition prize in a unanimous vote, despite being regarded as an outsider by American music writers at the time. His winning work America (1928) was performed by every major orchestra and conductor in the following seasons. May we be proud of his contributions to American music.The three pieces From Jewish Life were composed by Swiss-American composer Ernest Bloch in 1924, the same year he took U.S. citizenship. Though clearly inspired and influenced by Jewish experience, they are purely concert pieces, and do not provide any specific liturgical significance.The first movement, “Prayer”, is a deeply heartfelt plea to the almighty. As Neil W Levin writes, “The initial four-note motive in the minor mode, together with its elaboration in the ensuing phrases, sounds as if it might have served as the skeletal model for Max Janowski’s (1912–1991) now well-known setting of the High Holyday prayer Avinu Malkenu.” This prayer has special meaning in my own spiritual life, as I have been singing it since my childhood. Both “Prayer” and Janowski’s Avinu Malkenu are cantorial in nature, to be sung with heartfelt pathos.The second movement, “Supplication” (the act of begging humbly), has more angst, almost a sense of urgency as a result of the rhythmic motor in the piano. The third movement, “Jewish Song”, evokes a quintessentially Eastern-European melancholy. Its falling motives with bent intonation might represent the pain of the Jewish experience.The works were dedicated to Dutch-American cellist Hans Kindler, a highly influential musician of his time, and founder of the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. Mr. Kindler was the soloist for the world premiere of Bloch’s most celebrated work, Schelomo in 1917.Though the popularity of Bloch’s oeuvre has been dominated by works of Jewish connection, we should not forget that Bloch had many other stylistic periods, including Franco-Belgian, modal, serial, and even American folk. In 1927, he was awarded Musical America’s composition prize in a unanimous vote, despite being regarded as an outsider by American music writers at the time. His winning work America (1928) was performed by every major orchestra and conductor in the following seasons. May we be proud of his contributions to American music.
SKU: PR.114418900
ISBN 9781491129517. UPC: 680160668632.
A welcome addition to the bass flute repertoire, Dorff’s 14-minute sonata is designed as two pairs of slow-fast movements. While composed as a complete 4-movement sonata, either half may be performed alone as a 7-minute recital work. The movement titles are: I. Sprawling, burbling; II. Sparkling, glistening; III. Under Winter; and IV. Spring Spirits.When Peter Sheridan commissioned me to write a piece for bass flute and piano, his only requests were a sonata-like multi-movement work, and some kind of reference to New York, where we both grew up. Just the thought of a bass flute, with its broad and mighty airstream, already reminded me of the mighty Hudson River: from the dense woods of upstate New York, through the beautiful landscapes of New Paltz and Poughkeepsie, down through the celebrated Manhattan waterway.As I daydreamed how to build a sonata inspired by the Hudson, I thought of its deep primal nature carved by the Ice Age, and the life within the river and on its shores long before humans arrived. I thought of how the river’s magnetism drew Native Americans who honored and built their lives around it. I thought of beautiful trees and wildlife, the annual cycles of ecosystems, and the natural symbiosis between the river itself, the life within, and the life on land spawned by the river’s resources.I wondered what if Thoreau had sat by the Hudson rather than by Walden Pond; I wondered what if Hesse had set Siddhartha in the Hudson Valley with this river as his metaphor for the flow of life and time.I wondered whether the sonata should flow from north to south, or have chronological references. I wondered if I should allude to the many poets and painters who have drawn inspiration from the mighty Hudson. Every thought led to the river’s essence, its own spirit and life — flowing through raw nature, from skinny trickles to mightiness spawning cities; supporting subtle life, and becoming a central commons for human societies.The subtitle Spirit of the Hudson brings it all together.* * *The sonata is built in 4 movements, with formal inspiration from the Baroque: A slow Mvt. 1 “Sprawling, burbling” leads directly to the rapid Mvt. 2 “Sparkling, glistening,” followed by another slow-fast pair: Mvt. 3 “Under Winter” which leads directly into Mvt. 4 “Spring Spirits.” In addition to performances of the complete sonata, either pair of movements may be performed on its own for a shorter concert segment.SONATA (SPIRIT OF THE HUDSON) was premiered at the International Low Flutes Festival in April 2018 by its commissioner, bass flutist Peter Sheridan, with Hyeeun Hahm as pianist.
SKU: CF.CM9738
ISBN 9781491161180. UPC: 680160919765. Key: Eb major. English. Barter by Sara Teasdale.
Life has loveliness to sell, All beautiful and splendid things, Blue waves whitened on a cliff, Soaring fire that sways and sings, And children's faces looking up Holding wonder in a cup. Life has loveliness to sell, Music like a curve of gold, Scent of pine trees in the rain, Eyes that love you, arms that hold, And for your spirit's still delight, Holy thoughts that star the night. Spend all you have for loveliness, Buy it and never count the cost; For one white singing hour of peace Count many a year of strife well lost, And for a breath of ecstacy Give all you have been, or could be. --Barter from Love Songs (1918) by Sara Teasdale Sara Teasdale (1884-1933) was an American poet whose short, personal lyrics are noted for their classical simplicity and quiet intensity. Teasdale was born in St. Louis, Missouri and traveled to Chicago as a young woman, where she grew acquainted with Harriet Monroe and the literary circle around Poetry. Teasdale wrote seven books of poetry in her lifetime and received public admiration for her well-crafted lyrical poetry which centered on a woman's changing perspectives of beauty, love, life, and death. Jacob Narverud (b. 1986) is an American composer, arranger, and conductor. A native Kansan, Jacob is the Founder/Artistic Director of the Tallgrass Chamber Choir, a professional ensemble of musicians from across the Great Plains. Dr. Narverud is a frequent guest lecturer at universities and conferences as well as an active guest conductor/clinician for choral festivals and all-state choirs across the United States. Many of his compositions are publisher best sellers and are performed worldwide by choirs of all levels. Website: jnarverud.com YouTube & Spotify: jacobnarverud.Life has loveliness to sell, All beautiful and splendid things, Blue waves whitened on a cliff, Soaring fire that sways and sings, And children's faces looking up Holding wonder like a cup. Life has loveliness to sell, Music like a curve of gold, Scent of pine trees in the rain, Eyes that love you, arms that hold, And for your spirit's still delight, Holy thoughts that star the night. Spend all you have for loveliness, Buy it and never count the cost; For one white singing hour of peace Count many a year of strife well lost, And for a breath of ecstacy Give all you have been, or could be. --Barter from Love Songs (1918) by Sara Teasdale Sara Teasdale (1884-1933) was an American poet whose short, personal lyrics are noted for their classical simplicity and quiet intensity. Teasdale was born in St. Louis, Missouri and traveled to Chicago as a young woman, where she grew acquainted with Harriet Monroe and the literary circle around Poetry. Teasdale wrote seven books of poetry in her lifetime and received public admiration for her well-crafted lyrical poetry which centered on a woman's changing perspectives of beauty, love, life, and death. Jacob Narverud (b. 1986) is an American composer, arranger, and conductor. A native Kansan, Jacob is the Founder/Artistic Director of the Tallgrass Chamber Choir, a professional ensemble of musicians from across the Great Plains. Dr. Narverud is a frequent guest lecturer at universities and conferences as well as an active guest conductor/clinician for choral festivals and all-state choirs across the United States. Many of his compositions are publisher best sellers and are performed worldwide by choirs of all levels. Website: jnarverud.com YouTube & Spotify: jacobnarverud.Life has loveliness to sell,All beautiful and splendid things,Blue waves whitened on a cliff,Soaring fire that sways and sings,And children's faces looking upHolding wonder like a cup. Life has loveliness to sell,Music like a curve of gold,Scent of pine trees in the rain,Eyes that love you, arms that hold,And for your spirit's still delight,Holy thoughts that star the night. Spend all you have for loveliness,Buy it and never count the cost;For one white singing hour of peaceCount many a year of strife well lost,And for a breath of ecstacyGive all you have been, or could be. —“Barter” from Love Songs (1918) by Sara Teasdale Sara Teasdale (1884-1933) was an American poet whose short, personal lyrics are noted for their classical simplicity and quiet intensity. Teasdale was born in St. Louis, Missouri and traveled to Chicago as a young woman, where she grew acquainted with Harriet Monroe and the literary circle around Poetry. Teasdale wrote seven books of poetry in her lifetime and received public admiration for her well-crafted lyrical poetry which centered on a woman’s changing perspectives of beauty, love, life, and death.Jacob Narverud (b. 1986) is an American composer, arranger, and conductor. A native Kansan, Jacob is the Founder/Artistic Director of the Tallgrass Chamber Choir, a professional ensemble of musicians from across the Great Plains. Dr. Narverud is a frequent guest lecturer at universities and conferences as well as an active guest conductor/clinician for choral festivals and all-state choirs across the United States. Many of his compositions are publisher best sellers and are performed worldwide by choirs of all levels.Website: jnarverud.com YouTube & Spotify: jacobnarverud.
SKU: BT.AMP-425-010
English-German-French-Dutch.
This work was commissioned by Dr. Robert Oertli from Möhlin, Switzerland, and is based on an earlier composition called Spirit of the Sequoia. The piece is inspired by how the human spirit can gain from setbacks: we become stronger after adversity. Sparke used the Californian redwood tree as a metaphor for this basic idea. The remarkable life cycle of these amazing trees involves them dropping seeds to the ground, which require heat to open their shells and germinate; the seeds require destruction in order to procreate. This piece is particularly suitable for younger bands - one of the last wishes of the initial commissioner.Dit werk is geschreven in opdracht van dr. Robert Oertli uit het Zwitserse Möhlin. Het is een vereenvoudigde versie van een eerdere compositie: Spirit of the Sequoia. De muziek is ge nspireerd op de wijze waarop mensen hun voordeel doen met tegenslag vaak komen we er sterker uit. Sparke gebruikte de Californische sequoiaboom als metafoor voor dit basisidee. In hun opmerkelijke levenscyclus laten deze bijzondere bomen zaden op de grond vallen, die vervolgens hitte nodig hebben om open te barsten en te kiemen; de bomen hebben dus eigenlijk een ramp nodig om zich voort te planten. Deze compositie is geschikt voor jongere orkesten dit was een van de laatste wensen van deaanvankelijke opdrachtgever. Dieses Werk basiert auf der Komposition Spirit of the Sequoia, welche von Dr. Robert Oertli aus Möhlin (Schweiz) in Auftrag gegeben wurde. Sparke nutzte den kalifornischen Mammutbaum als Metapher für seine Grundidee: Der bemerkenswerte Lebenszyklus dieser erstaunlichen Bäume hängt damit zusammen, dass seine Samen auf die Erde fallen und Wärme benötigen, damit sich ihre Schale öffnet und sie zu keimen beginnen. Waldbrände zerstören den Mutterbaum, ermöglichen aber paradoxerweise das Sprießen der Samen, welche die Zerstörung zur Fortpflanzung benötigen. Auf ähnliche Weise kann die menschliche Seele profitieren: Wir gehen gestärkt aus einem Unglück hervor. And Still, theSpirit eignet sich besonders für jüngere Orchester einem der letzten Wünsche des Auftraggebers entsprechend. Cette œuvre fut commandée par Robert Oertli, de Möhlin en Suisse, et est basée sur une composition antérieure appelée Spirit of the Sequoia. Ce morceau est inspiré par la façon dont l’esprit humain peut réellement tirer parti des échecs de la vie : nous devenons plus forts face l’adversité. Sparke utilise le séquoia californien comme métaphore pour son idée de base. Le cycle de vie remarquable de ces arbres spectaculaires repose sur des graines qui, tombées par terre, nécessitent de la chaleur pour germer ; elles ont besoin de l’effet dévastateur d’un incendie pour se développer. Cette œuvre convient particulièrement bien aux jeunes formations, ce qui était l’un desderniers souhaits du Dr Oertli. Lavoro commissionato dal dott. Robert Oertli (Möhlin, Svizzera) a basato su una precedente composizione intitolata Spirit of the Sequoia, è un inno alla vita, un incitamento a superare tutti gli ostacoli che questa può riservare. Mediante la metafora del ciclo vitale della sequoia californiana, che necessita di calore perché il guscio dei suoi semi si schiuda e germogli, Sparke ci consegna un’opera suggestiva, particolarmente indicata per le bande giovanili, così come nei desideri del committente.
SKU: BT.AMP-425-140
SKU: BT.DHP-0981162-215
Das Konzertwerk Spirit of Life wurde vom belgischen Komponisten Johan Nijs geschrieben. Mittels dieser Komposition will er die verschiedenen Aspekte des Lebens musikalisch darstellen. Das Leben ist oft eine Kette von Höhen und Tiefen und in der Regel wechseln sich darin die angenehmen mit den weniger angenehmen Momenten ab. In Spirit of Life bringt der Komponist dies in einer abwechslungsreichen Reihe heiterer, melancholischer, nostalgischer und rhythmischer Themen zum Ausdruck.La vie est une succession de hauts et de bas, de calme et de tempêtes, d’instants de bonheur et de tristesse, etc. Spirit of Life illustre ces différents aspects au travers d’une série de variations construites autour de l’alternance entre thèmes gais, mélancoliques, nostalgiques et rythmiques.
SKU: BT.DHP-0981162-020
SKU: MN.90-70
Text: Marilyn Biery.
This collection of twenty-five original hymn texts flows from the writers years of experience as a practicing Church musician. The texts cover many aspects of the church year and includes texts for many particular needs such as confirmation and stewardship. Eleven new hymn tunes are also included in this collection. Complete tune, title, topic, meter, and scriptural indexes are included, making this a very useful collection of hymns. Hymns include: Break Forth in Joyous Song Christ is the Vine, We are the Branches Come To Us, O Holy Spirit Easter Dawn, Streaming Bright Embrace the Love that Makes Us One Emmanuel Comes! From the Word of God, Creation Jesus Walked Among the People Joined Together As One Body Lift Up Your Hearts, You Poor in Spirit Listen to the Voice of Gladness Lord God, The Source of Every Gracious Gift May Peace from Christ Come Dwell in You O Dearest Jesus O God of All Life, Now Hid from Our Sight O God of Love, Enable Us O God, Hear My Cry Our Gifts, O Lord, to You We Bring Radiant Light, Love Divine Rejoice, Rejoice, God's Kingdom is Coming Seek a Place of Breathless Beauty The Ancient Story Thrills Our Modern Ear The Frozen Earth Begins to Thaw The Spirit Makes Us One in Christ We Sing our Love for Jesus.
SKU: HP.9085
UPC: 763628190859.
In Little Seeds you will find new hymns from my heart. My devotional life is given to you in my hymnwriting. During the past three years I have been writing songs for the unity of the church - songs reminding us of our baptism. I have been writing biblical story hymns for lesser-known characters. I have written paperless songs that may be easily memorized. I set a Rumi poem. There are new hymns for Christian missions from everywhere to everywhere. You will find new texts and musical settings for folk songs from around the world. I hope I have treated these with the love and respect they deserve. You will find alternate arrangements of some songs that may be useful in different settings. Lim Swee Hong composed three tunes for this collection at my request. I am also pleased to include Lianne Tan's first published hymn tune in Little Seeds.
SKU: HL.44010858
UPC: 884088562250. 9.0x12.0x0.94 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
Music for Life was commissioned by the members of Community Band South in Pittsburgh to celebrate their 20th anniversary. The band's motto, Music for a Lifetime, provided the inspiration for the title. It is a work always full of life and vitality, even in its more reflective moments. Because of this, the piece is almost totally melodic, relying little on development or other formal devices. A series of lively melodic statements precedes a slower central section, designed to showcase the band's talented clarinet section. But the moment of reflection is short-lived and the livelier music returns to end the work in the same spirit that it started.
SKU: HL.44010859
UPC: 884088562267. 9.0x12.0x0.142 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
SKU: PR.111402720
UPC: 680160667611. 9 x 12 inches. Text: Fred Fox. Fred Fox. Fred Fox.
Ewazen's gift to honor the great horn player Fred Fox on his 100th birthday is a setting of text by Fox, himself, for voice and (appropriately) a chorus of eight horns. The uplifting, life-affirming poem is set to music that matches the spirit, the joy of a life well lived. Hosanna to Life is also available in a version for voice and piano.HOSANNA TO LIFE is a work for horn octet and voice, honoring the great Fred Fox on the occasion of his 100th birthday. Fred Fox was one of the most distinguished horn players of the 20th century, one of the most prominent studio musicians in the Los Angeles Area, a great performer, and a great teacher influencing countless horn players throughout the years. HOSANNA TO LIFE is a setting of an uplifting poem Fred wrote, full of the love, excitement, and endless possibilities of life. With an 8-part choir of horns supporting a lyrical vocal line, the piece resonates Fred Fox's positive and exciting take on a life well-lived!.HOSANNA TO LIFE is a work for horn octet and voice, honoring the great Fred Fox on the occasion of his 100th birthday.A Fred Fox was one of the most distinguished horn players of the 20th century, one of the most prominent studio musicians in the Los Angeles Area, a great performer, and a great teacher influencing countless horn players throughout the years. HOSANNA TO LIFE is a setting of an uplifting poem Fred wrote, full of the love, excitement, and endless possibilities of life. With an 8-part choir of horns supporting a lyrical vocal line, the piece resonates Fred Fox's positive and exciting take on a life well-lived!.HOSANNA TO LIFE is a work for horn octet and voice, honoring the great Fred Fox on the occasion of his 100th birthday. Fred Fox was one of the most distinguished horn players of the 20th century, one of the most prominent studio musicians in the Los Angeles Area, a great performer, and a great teacher influencing countless horn players throughout the years.HOSANNA TO LIFE is a setting of an uplifting poem Fred wrote, full of the love, excitement, and endless possibilities of life. With an 8-part choir of horns supporting a lyrical vocal line, the piece resonates Fred Fox's positive and exciting take on a life well-lived!
SKU: HP.C6196
UPC: 763628161965. By John Wimber.
Classic hymn with ballad by John Wimber This prayerful ballad combines Spirit Song with the classic hymn, Spirit of the Living God. This is ideal for Pentecost and other occasions, calling for the Holy Spirit to descend upon the church.
SKU: GI.G-5866
ISBN 9781579991913. English. Text by: James Jordon.
...from the author of The Musician’s Soul In The Musician’s Soul, author James Jordan sets readers on a journey beyond the precise techniques of artistry and into a place of selfexploration, where music can be created with new heartfelt honesty and beauty. With The Musician’s Spirit, a companion book to The Musician’s Soul, and The Musician’s Walk, Jordan takes us to the next level of creating a more powerful art form. The Musician’s Spirit focuses not on the self, but on others and the stories each artist is able to share through his or her work. Using thought-provoking quotations, real-life stories, and visual art, Jordan challenges all artists to share themselves with their audience and fellow artists, thereby creating a more personal and beautiful body of work. This book offers practical and inspirational words on courage and vision, the arts of listening and trust, conquering the fear of looking foolish, and the importance of story in teaching. Jordan also includes a Storying Guide to help the reader bring out his or her own story as well as space for personal notes, stories, and reflections. Though written with musicians in mind, this beautiful illustrated book offers tremendous insight for any artist wanting to share his or her vision and story with the world. “Although written for musicians, this stunningly crafted book offers tremendous insight for any artist wanting to share their story and gifts with others.” “Communicating music is not academic, nor is Jordan’s book. The Musician’s Spirit is a guide to help us step out and experience music in the right place.” — Thomas R. Vozzella (Choral Journal, Volume 44, Number 9) Those of us who have studied with inspiring teachers know how we looked forward to each lesson. The Musician’s Spirit opens such doors again, and reminds us why we are musicians. — Kathleen Thomerson (The American Organist, November 2004).
