SKU: CF.CAS102

ISBN 9781491146620. UPC: 680160904129. 9 x 12 inches. Key: A minor.

Blindsight is the ability of certain blind people to respond to visual stimuli or can be used to describe the ability of people who lose their sight to still form images when they dream. This piece, Blindsighted, contrasts an intensely rhythmic ostinato with freer lyrical material creating rich textures that will both teach and inspire.
Blindsight is the ability of some people who are blind to respond to visual stimuli that they cannot consciously see, for instance to accurately track motion . It also is used to describe the ability of people who lose their sight to still form images when they dream .Musically, Blindsighted contrasts an intensely rhythmic ostinato with freer lyrical material . This contrast in textures should be highlighted to create rich contrasts between rhythm and lyricism . The middle section at m . 67 should sing freely and should contrast with the rhythmic drive that surrounds it . Measures 87 to 105 are at a faster tempo, but should start to pick up sonic intensity and more rhythmic drive as they proceed, while still remaining essentially lyrical . The section starting in m . 105 gradually intensifies the rhythmic energy, culminating at m . 113 with a return of the opening material . The work concludes with a dramatic drive to the end starting at m . 129 .I enjoyed writing this piece and hope your students will enjoy playing these contrasting styles and that you will find the piece beneficial in teaching important musical concepts .

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

This series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians