A short cantata for treble choir, piano and percussion on texts by the composer.
| 1) |
Recitative
Kalenda |
Soloist and Percussion
Solo Group, Full Choir, Piano and Percussion |
| 2) |
Recitative
Calypso |
Soloist and Percussion
Full Choir, Piano, Percussion and (optional) Soloist |
| 3) |
Recitative
Soca |
Soloist and Percussion
Full Choir, Piano and Percussion |
Duration: 12min.
NOTES
O, Trinidad presents a musical journey through
the history of Trinidad and Tobago, the southern-most islands of the Caribbean.
Kalenda is a martial art practiced by slaves closely associated with resistance
against slavery. Calypso is a Carnival song form that emerged in the early 20th
century. Frequently both joyous and political, it is associated with Trinidad's
struggle against colonial oppression. Soca (Soul-Calypso) is a late 20th century
dance music that accompanies the masquerade bands in the streets at Carnival time.
INSTRUMENTATION
Soprano 1
Soprano 2
Alto
Piano
Percussion
Required:
2 hands drums, high and low. These may be congas, djembes or any
other hand drums of lower pitch.
Optional:
Chac-chacs (Maracas)
Brakedrum or Anvil
Agogo or Two Cowbells (high and low)
Orff Instruments or Pans (Steel Drums) may also be used, doubling chords and/or bass lines.
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