Buss-Scenes From the Holy Land (SP)-M/P/FL

SCENES FROM THE HOLY LAND (2002) for flute and one percussion by Howard J. Buss was inspired by the composer's two trips to the Middle East. Cast in 5 colorful and picturesque movements:

I. Masada (3:05)
II. Storm on Mount Sinai (3:10)
III. The Flock by the Sea of Galilee (2:25)
IV. Jordan Valley Enchantment (2:30
V. The Road to Jerusalem (4:20)

This significant new work was commissioned for the McCormick Duo and the 30th Anniversary of the National Flute Association.

Number of Players: 2
Difficulty: Grade 5
Instrumentation:

Player I: Flute

Player II: Marimba, suspended cymbal, tambourine, bongos, woodblock, wind chimes, and agogo bells

Howard J. Buss (b. 1951) is recognized internationally as a significant composer of contemporary classical music. His compositions have received critical acclaim and have been performed in more than 50 countries. His music is widely performed and frequently featured at national and international music conventions and festivals. They have been performed by faculty musicians from major universities as well as current and former members of prestigious organizations such as The Boston Symphony Orchestra, Minnesota Orchestra, Buffalo Philharmonic, Israel Philharmonic, Berlin Philharmonic, Vancouver Symphony, Atlanta Symphony, New York Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, etc. A copy of his patriotic composition Fanfares is included in the Presidential Collection of Ronald Reagan. Buss' more than 120 published works include instrumental solos, chamber music, symphonic, choral, and band works. They are fast becoming part of the standard repertoire in concert halls.