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Dan Rager

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Igor Stravinsky (Primitivism & Cubism), Dan Rager Jun 2016

Igor Stravinsky (Primitivism & Cubism), Dan Rager

Dan Rager

Igor Stravinsky (June 17, 1882/April 6, 1971) 

His works defined and incorporated the elements of Primitivism & Cubism. This short lecture discusses these principles through the following works and much more.
The Rite of Spring and The Firebird. Video example/performances bring to life this 20th century period of extremism . You are free to use and incorporate this information into your classroom courses.


In Search Of The Wind-Band (Video Trailer) Book Video Excerpts From Around The Globe, Dan Rager Feb 2016

In Search Of The Wind-Band (Video Trailer) Book Video Excerpts From Around The Globe, Dan Rager

Dan Rager

 “International Instrumental Dissemination” describes instrument types in 16 countries that include Rock & Roll to Sousa and Puccini. This book explores detailed and precise history. The 21 chapters contain hundreds of photos, videos, mp3 and pdf files bringing to life unknown cultures and ensembles from around the globe from which I visited and recorded first hand. The book is designed to take an entire semester to study and explore. I promise you have never heard or seen most of these groups much less the enormous, precise evolution of instruments presented in the book. Where did our modern instruments evolve from? …


The Interaction Of Music And Dance In Africa, Dan Rager Dec 2015

The Interaction Of Music And Dance In Africa, Dan Rager

Dan Rager

This article examines the role of music and dance in African life and how it is intertwined with the culture. The author investigates many styles, elements and ngomas to show how they are used in daily life from the womb to the grave.

Music and other art forms are an inseparable part of African life and are culminated into everyday activities. Instrumental, singing and dance are art forms embedded in the diverse cultures of African peoples and their traditions, beliefs, values, religions and artistic expression.

According to the author, traditional arts practices can contribute to creativity, perception and understanding of …


J. P. Sousa Vol 15 (The Band Came Back), Dan Rager Dec 2014

J. P. Sousa Vol 15 (The Band Came Back), Dan Rager

Dan Rager

1 Prince Charming – March (1928) 3:41 2 Across the Danube – March (1877) 2:25 3 The Band Came Back (arr. Dan Rager) (1895/1926)* 13:35 4 Magna Charta – March (1927) 2:34 5 Chris and the Wonderful Lamp – Electric Ballet from Act II (1899)* 3:36 6 Legionnaires – March (1930) 2:51 7 Chopin arr. Sousa: Nocturne No. 11 (1838)* 6:43 8 Volunteers – March (1918) 3:23 9 Désirée – Selections (1884/1894)* 8:46 0 Pet of the Petticoats – March (1883) 1:57 ! Gliding Girl – Tango (1912) 3:32 @ Ben Bolt – March (1883) 2:51 # Yorktown Centennial – …


Colours Of Saratov Concerto No. 1, Dan Rager Dec 2002

Colours Of Saratov Concerto No. 1, Dan Rager

Dan Rager

Video is an excerpt of concerto No. 1
COLOURS OF SARATOV
(Concerto for Solo F Horn and wind band, 3 Mvts.)
Premiered by the Saratov Volga Windorchestra of Russia
Soloist: Natalya V. Medvedeva/Rager
GLME-68 $150.00 Grade 4

A full orchestra version is available.

COLOURS OF SARATOV
(Premiered by Saratov Philharmonic Orchestra)
Concerto in 3 Mvts./Full Orchestra
Dan Rager
GLME-73 $150.00 Grade 4