Bands of America Regional Finalist

Gr. 4-5: Experienced-Advanced         Duration: ca. 7:50

RAVENous is a modern and contemporary take on the classic ballet Swan Lake. The show begins with a powerful and dramatic opening featuring The Firebird by Igor Stravinsky mixed with "Swan Lake Suite," Op. 20 by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The rest of the movement explores and develops "Swan Lake Suite" in a contemporary style, showcasing its timelessness and versatility.

The show's ballad, "The Swan," from Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns, flows seamlessly into "Swan Lake Suite", continuing to explore the themes and motifs of the original ballet. The climax of the ballad leads to a powerful statement of The Firebird, building the excitement for the show's finale.

The closer begins with Children’s Corner: IV. The Snow is Dancing by Claude Debussy, providing a soft and delicate contrast to the powerful music that came before it. This leads us to the dark and thrilling conclusion of The Firebird, where contemporary music meets the timeless themes of the original "Swan Lake Suite".

RAVENous is a show that combines the classic with the modern, showcasing the timelessness of Swan Lake and its ability to inspire and captivate audiences for generations to come.

• Part 1 (ca. 3:30)
• The Firebird - Igor Stravinsky
• Swan Lake Suite, Op. 20 - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• Part 2 (ca. 2:20)
• Carnival of the Animal: XIII. The Swan-  Camille Saint-Saëns
• The Firebird - Igor Stravinsky
• Swan Lake Suite, Op. 20 - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• Part 3 (ca. 2:20)
• Children's Corner: IV. The Snow is Dancing - Claude Debussy
• The Firebird - Igor Stravinsky
• Swan Lake Suite, Op. 20 - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

INSTRUMENTATION

• Piccolo
• Flute 1/2
  
• Clarinet 1/2
• Bass Clarinet
• Alto Sax 1/2
• Tenor Sax
• Baritone Sax
• Trumpet 1/2
• Horn 1/2
• Low Brass 1/2/3
• Tuba

Percussion Available Separately:

• KJ Stafford: KJ Stafford Music