S t o r m
For Violin Ensemble and Percussion Composed By
jessica t. carter
About The Creators
COMPOSER JESSICA CARTER
Described as evocative and lyrical by Aspire Magazine, Jessica T. Carter (b. 1992) is a composer, violinist, mezzo-soprano, voice coach, and educator from Indiana who is swiftly making a name for herself. Specializing in concert music, film scoring, and musical theatre, Jessica's aim and goal as a composer is to exude the message of hope and freedom to all but specifically to marginalized children. She holds a Bachelor's of Arts in Music from Bethel University and a Master's of Music in Music Composition under the tutelage of Dr. Jorge Muniz from Indiana University South Bend.
CASTLE OF OUR SKINS
Castle of our Skins is a Black arts institution dedicated to fostering cultural curiosity and celebrating Black artistry through music. In classrooms, concert halls, and beyond, Castle of our Skins invites Black heritage and culture exploration, spotlighting both unsung and celebrated figures of past and present. Learn more about Castle of our Skins' educational and performing work by visiting www.Castleskins.org
BOSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
The Boston Public Schools (BPS), the birth place of public education in the United States, serves nearly 50,000 pre-kindergarten through grade 12 students in 122 schools. BPS is committed to transforming the lives of all children through exemplary teaching in a worldclass system of innovative, welcoming schools. We partner with the community, families, and students to develop in every learner the knowledge, skill, and character to excel in college, career, and life.
RISING TIDE MUSIC & ARTS
Rising Tide Music & Arts is a nonprofit organization that creates career-building opportunities for Black, Brown, Indigenous and Asian music makers and creatives. Their vision is an arts ecosystem that mirrors our country’s diverse cultural landscape. As a rising tide raises all ships, they work to raise awareness of BBIA voices in music education and throughout the creative economy. Learn more by visiting www.risingtidearts.org
GRAPHIC DESIGNER SHARON UDOH
Sharon Udoh is a Nigerian-American pianist, composer, arranger, vocalist, and graphic designer based in Chicago. Her work combines vocals that seemingly erupt from the center of the earth with a stage presence that somehow feels both dangerous and kind. Their collaborators have included clipping., Tune-Yards, Los Angeles Gay Men's Chorus, Ben Lamar Gay, and Angel Bat Dawid. His performances have been described as a warm bowl of soup, a tornado, a jalapeño pepper, a Jackson Pollock painting, a bulldozer, and magnetic. Find out more at counterfeitmadison.com
Program Note
Storm is scored for violin ensemble in four parts ranging in level of difficulty (Violin 1: most difficult but still easy beginner level; Violin 4: least difficult) and various percussion including both pitched and unpitched instruments.
It is divided into four different movements (each 1 to 2 minutes in length) featuring a different type of storm: a monsoon, a tornado, a hurricane, and a blizzard. The piece is meant to teach both about the different storms and how we can convey an idea of a storm in music.
The violin parts will utilize different levels of simple extended techniques such as tremolo and sul pont. Similarly, the percussion parts will provide both a rhythmic foundation and additional color for the violin ensemble.
Movements:
1. Monsoon
2. Tornado
3. Hurricane
4. Blizzard
Duration: 7:30
Instrumentation: VIolin 1, VIolin 2, Violin 3, VIolin 4, Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Crash (or Suspended) Cymbal, Triangle, Xylophone
I. Monsoon
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