Chasing Dreams is a highly emotional piece for string orchestra about the journey of achieving one's dream despite adversity. It is dedicated to all students and educators who experienced depression during the COVID-19 pandemic, yet still managed to chase their dreams and inspire others. "Chasing Dreams" is well suited for a collegiate concert or graduation ceremony. "Chasing Dreams" is an international-award-winning composition. Listen to a YouTube recording here: https: //youtu.be/zL85Exh-cD8?si=F5BJHkvnZUeb-1RA Instrumentation: Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass Duration: ca. 4' 30" Grade 4 Xavier Hersom (b.1995) is an international-award-winning American composer. Though influenced by tonal music of the Romantic period, Hersom's compositions are inspired by current national issues. He believes art enables people to see the world from other perspectives and that music can spread awareness of social injustices. Learn more about him at www.XavierHersom.com
| Author: Xavier Hersom |
| Publisher: Xavier Hersom |
| Publication Date: Jan 21, 2024 |
| Number of Pages: NA pages |
| Language: English |
| Binding: Paperback |
| ISBN-10: 1737660261 |
| ISBN-13: 9781737660262 |
