Joy Dance PREVIEW

JOY DANCE, by Scott Watson (Alfred Publications, Grade 3 symphonic band) is a 2024 J.W. Pepper Editor's Choice and received Honorable Mention in the 2024 Pennsylvania Symphonic Winds Composition Contest. This video shares a PREVIEW of the piece via various excerpts from the composition.
PROGRAM NOTES: Joy Dance musically conveys an unrestrained expression of happiness and exhilaration. Inspired by David’s ecstatic dance of praise in 2 Samuel 6:14 (“And David danced before the Lord with all his might…”), the piece combines artifacts of popular and contemporary music, including bold syncopations, a driving 5/4 meter groove, and use of contemporary and gospel harmonies. Whether it’s worship, thankfulness, celebration, or blissful abandon, this composition reflects the radiant rejoicing of those who revel in all life’s goodness! To learn more, visit www.alfred.com..., or most major music retailers.
Dr. Scott Watson teaches in the School of Music at Cairn University (Langhorne, PA). To investigate how YOU can unlock your musical talents at this Philadelphia-area Christian liberal arts university, please visit: cairn.edu/acad...
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