Randall Standridge Firebirds - Standridge - Concert Band - Gr. 2-2.5

Composer: Randall Standridge (with themes from The Firebird Suite by Igor Stravinsky)
Format: Score and Parts
Instrumentation: Concert Band
Level: 2-2.5

Inspired by the legendary phoenix, Firebirds blends Randall Standridge's original material with themes from Stravinsky's Firebird, creating a powerful and accessible new chapter in The unBroken Project. Exploring themes of rebirth, resilience, and renewal, this work offers a musical reflection on overcoming adversity. Powerful rhythms, colourful harmonies, active percussion, and soaring melodies combine as the music builds toward an uplifting and triumphant conclusion. Firebirds provides an excellent opportunity to introduce young musicians to Stravinsky while delivering an emotionally impactful performance. A stirring addition to any concert program, this piece reminds us that from challenge comes strength, and from ashes, we rise.
Duration: 3:00