Dance Suite for Solo Bassoon: IV. Fancy Shawl

Program Note: "Composed in 2021, Dance Suite is comprised of several unaccompanied evocative miniatures, centered on a specific theme. 

Each movement of Dance Suite is inspired by one of the dance styles of the contemporary powwow dance complex: “Grand Entry,” “Grass,” “Traditional Bustle,” “Fancy Shawl,” “Traditional Shawl,” and “Fancy Feather.” Score preview and audio files are included below." - Jacqueline Wilson

Sheet Music Preview: Click here

Contour Listening Activity: 

• Watch the Fancy Shawl portion at the 2023 Durant Powwow
• Now listen to Jacqueline Wilson's piece, listening for how the sixteenth notes mimic the fancy shawl's movement through the air!
• Look at this sheet music sample, and trace the contour of the sixteenth notes as you listen to the introduction!

Movements Featured:
Dance Suite for Solo Bassoon: IV. Fancy Shawl
Dance Suite for Solo Bassoon: VI. Fancy Feather