| 57795 | Colorful Clouds Chasing the Moon |
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| Traditional (Arr. Francis-Ma, Xinyu (Maggie)) |  Score
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| Category: String Orchestra |
| Grade: Medium |
| Duration: 3:00 |
| Instrumentation: str=8.8.5.5.5 |
| Description: This arrangement is adapted from a traditional Chinese folk ensemble piece, reimagined for a Western string ensemble. The composition is lighthearted and distinctive, portraying the relaxed and leisurely essence of ordinary life, and showcasing the quintessential style of Cantonese folk music. The melody, crafted using the traditional Chinese pentatonic scale, is simple, unadorned, fluid, and lyrically expressive. The instruments engage in a dialogue-like interaction, resembling the playful dance between clouds and the moon. The music rises and falls, advances and retreats, vividly portraying this interplay with charm and liveliness. |