2024 Consortium Opportunity with Composer Kirk Vogel completed!
Every Sunrise Holds More Promise
Grade 2.5
Purchase Every Sunrise Holds More Promise on the product page
This composition will be a moving Grade 2.5 piece that contains a short aleatoric section, four small four note solos written for any instrument and contains an overall positive, uplifting message about how we care for each other. The four note solos reiterate the message “We care for you”.
The piece starts with an aleatoric section with no clear beat. This is symbolizing a loss of direction. As the tempo solidifies, harmony is blurred, giving way to an ascending melodic line that builds in intensity as it ascends in pitch. The piece continues with more statements of the four-note opening motive as both melody and harmony develop positively. This piece will challenge groups musically and give individuals chances to develop expressive qualities. Small solos are written for each instrument and can be chosen by the band director or band members. Band members can discover the emotional content contained within music.
Rehearsals can start January 8, 2024
Consortium signup window closes Feb 20, 2024
Premiere window Feb 20, 2024-June 15, 2024
EVERY SUNRISE HOLDS MORE PROMISE
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EVERY SUNRISE HOLDS MORE PROMISE
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Consortium Levels
Tier 1 - $200
School name and director name listed in liner notes
Band will receive PDF of score and parts (unlimited reproduction for home institution)
Final hard copy from WI Music after the premiere window closes (June 15, 2024) to ensure all members are included in the liner notes
Exclusive performance rights (with other consortium members) during performance window (Feb 20, 2024-June 15, 2024).
Tier 2 - $150
School name and director name listed in liner notes
Band will receive PDF of score and parts (unlimited reproduction for home institution)
Final PDFs from WI Music after the premiere window closes (June 15, 2024) to ensure all members are included in the liner notes
Exclusive performance rights (with other consortium members) during performance window (Feb 20, 2024-June 15, 2024).
Tier 3 - $50 - Individual members
Individual members will receive recognition in the score
Individual members will receive a PDF copy of the score from WI Music after the premiere window closes (June 15, 2024) to ensure all members are included in the liner notes
Composer will be available for rehearsal interaction via live attendance, streaming video, and/or written commentary on recordings for an additional fee. Contact composer directly for further information. Composer will attend individual consortium premieres based on availability and travel funding.
To become a consortium member, please buy-in using one of the three cart options on this page. For other arrangements such as checks, please email the Consortium Director André Wilkins directly at awilkins@salidaschools.org
If you do respond that you are willing to join us, please consider it a binding agreement without option to withdraw at a later time. Final payment is requested before February 20, 2024.
Composer - Kirk Vogel
Kirk has a passion for working with small programs and mentoring new teachers. He writes for all levels of band and orchestra and enjoys working with groups to develop their musical skills and understand more about the process of composition. He has completed numerous commissions and has also composed for consortiums.
Consortium Lead - Andre Wilkins
Master teacher, equally comfortable with band, jazz band or choir. Andre likes to find the best music for groups, is passionate about the teaching profession and is a strong advocate for small programs, working tirelessly to grow bands in the mountain towns of Colorado. He is an avid skier and river runner and I’m sure this consortium idea started on a ski lift shared by Kirk and Andre.