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 …
Argentine Dances (6 Mvts.)
Dec 2013
Argentine Dances (6 Mvts.)
Dan Rager
USA Premiere of Argentine Dances by the Case Western University Winds, Cleveland, OH. Composed for Ruben Flores Garcia and the Gilardo Gilardi Conservatory of Music in La Plata, AR.
Argentine Educational Conducting / Lecture Tour, Dan Rager
Dec 2012
Argentine Educational Conducting / Lecture Tour, Dan Rager
Dan Rager
2013 Conducting / Lecture tour and Misc. in La Plata, Buenos Airies, Argentina. Video excerpt includes my host, Maestro Ruben Flores Garcia, conductor of the Gilardo Gilardi Conservatory of Music, author and international musician.
American Night At The Pops (In Russia), Dan Rager
Dec 2002
American Night At The Pops (In Russia), Dan Rager
Dan Rager
Concert excerpts from a 2003 performance in Saratov, Russia with the Volga Windorchestra.
- Americans We (March)
- Clarinet Candy
- Disney at the Movies
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
