David Avshalomov :: Principles; Secular Cantata on Texts of Thomas Jefferson


 

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Avshalomov, David
1946-0000
(b New York, 6 May 1946). American
Principles; Secular Cantata on Texts of Thomas Jefferson
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solo baritone chorus
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Optional instruments: English horn, contrabassoon. Basses need low-C extension.*
A version of the accompaniment for concert band also exists, which may be performed with mixed chorus
or male chorus. Other possibilities include piano and percussion with chorus.
Source of text: Writings of Jefferson (personal creed, motto, letters, Statute of Virginia, Declaration of Independence, Epitaph) Language: English
1. CREED "I Have Slaves"
2. Our Civil Rights
3. The Opinions of Men
4. The Truth is Great
5. Rebellion to Tyrants
6. We Hold These Truths
7. All Eyes Are Opened (Epilog – July 4, 1826)