Instrumental Score, Parts and CD of Tongan Music

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NEW CHORAL WORK

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As premiered in the ACDA National Convention, Miami, 2007

performed by the Multicultural Honor Choir, conductor Rollo Dilworth.

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Scored for Single or Double Choir SATB divisi

Flute db. Piccolo, Percussion (3), optional Piano, Double Bass,

with Tape (CD) original location recordings by David Fanshawe, Tonga 1978

Duration c.10 mins

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PACIFIC SONG is a new choral work, inspired by the Pacific, which includes some non-western vocal and dance techniques.? It is a salutation to the past, a respect for the preservation of culture and a plea for Peace the Tongan way.? In the immortal words of Ve?ehala ? Ofa atu fau love to you.? I thank you.? D.F.