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- Joseph M. Martin
Song of Wisdom — from “The Old Turtle” (2000)
- Shawnee Press (World)
orchestrated by Brant Adams
- 2(pic).12(bcl).1/2221/timp.2perc/hp.pf(cel)/str
- 01(ca).1(cbcl).0/432+btbn.1/timp.2perc/hp.pf(cel)/db
- Chorus
- 35 min
- Douglas Wood
- English
Programme Note
Song of Wisdom from "Old Turtle" is an uplifting choral and symphonic experience based on the popular children's book "Old Turtle." Douglas Woods's classic story is a powerful acknowledgement of God's supreme love for the Earth and its inhabitants. Joseph Martin transforms the many characters and moods of the book into a musical fantasy that employs abundant text painting and musical imagery — singers actually imitate sounds of animals and nature. An ideal piece for young audiences and for performance by advanced high school, college, and community choirs and orchestras.