Product Description
Psalm 111 composed by Dan Heslink
This work is an original composition
for narrator and solo vibes. The narration, which
should be delivered with a manner of intense reverence, is interpreted simultaneously
by the vibes music. It is hoped that this
work
will assist vibists who wish to play sacred music.
"Psalm 111" would serve equally well
in recital or in a church service. Any position in the service would be
appropriate, especially as special music or as an offertory. Written for four
mallets, the vibe part is accessible for a player with intermediate level
experience. Pedaling on the vibes is for the most part by the dotted quarter note
beat, and is not notated in most places. Pedal indications occur when this pattern
is varied. Half-pedal should be applied wherever needed for clarification of
the line. The composer recommends medium
hard mallets and no use of the motor for vibrato.
"111" is one of the "hallelujah"
psalms that portrays reverence for God. The narration is appropriately delivered
by either masculine of feminine voice; the translation is from the Life
Application Bible, New International Version. It is possible for the vibist to
also deliver the narration, but a separate narrator is preferable. The music is
notated in one part, with narration text place above the vibe notation. Pairing
of voice and instrument is general, not requiring coordination greater than one
beat resolution. Considerable flexibility in tempo is acceptable, even
appropriate.
Duration is 5:30. The composer, Dan
Heslink, can be contacted at dan@dheslink.com.
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