This is a classic Acadian/Québecois Folk-Song and Dr. Sirett makes it really SPIN. The text of this song is based on a game of words. In the vernacular of colonial Quebec, the name “Moine /Monk” is given to a small toy called in France: “German Top / toupie d’Allemagne”. Apparently, the “Moine/Monk” is actually a […]
For your holiday performances
If you are interested in a meaningful, inspirational Chanukah song for your holiday concerts, please consider “There’s Something About Those Candles”. It sings of the universal hope to dispel the darkness and to make this world a better one. SATB/piano and TTB/piano and solo are available. Various performances can be seen by searching YouTube: “There’s […]
The Captain’s Daughter (On the Water): new version with orchestral accompaniment
My composition The Captain’s Daughter (On the Water) for mixed chorus and piano – a accessible, tonal setting of the poem by James T. Fields – now has a dramatic new version with orchestral accompaniment. Please watch and listen to the scrolling score video on my YouTube channel. The public domain poem appears below. The […]
Unleashing the Power of Music: A Global Journey Inspired by a Beloved Dog
Do you want to know what happens when you unite the love of a dog, a friend like Anthony Silvestri and a determination to go around the world to pay homage to your dog? Stay to read this story. This is the fascinating story behind “I Will Dream With You”, a passionate work created by […]
New Melodies & Arrangements for the Holidays and beyond
As you organize your program for your Holiday Concerts, check out my fun and exciting new arrangement of the traditional Chanukah lyrics “Al Hanisim” (For the Miracles). It features both a dynamic and powerful new melody, and a softer, more reflective one for contrast. They are presented independently and intertwined throughout. Shifting keys add fun […]
“I Will Dream With You” are now available!
I am thrilled to announce that after a year of waiting, the exclusivity licenses have been lifted, and the editions of “I Will Dream With You” are now available! This collaboration with my dear friend Charles Anthony Silvestri is one of the most emotional and heartfelt endeavors I’ve ever undertaken. I hope this composition […]