Compose Yourself!

Compose Yourself!, James M. Stephenson (2002) 45'for full orchestra or 15-player chamber orchestra A new guide for young listeners to the symphony orchestra. Compose Yourself! combines education and entertainment to introduce the instruments and families of the orchestra to the audience in a fun and interactive way. The capstone of the performance is an opportunity for the audience to compose a new piece right during the concert and experience the exhilaration of a world premiere! An interactive, educational and entertaining show designed to introduce children of all ages to the instruments of the symphony orchestra. Students compose their own World Premiere! Humorous and engaging introduction to the orchestra Entertaining for students and the musicians Flexible orchestration Performed over 350 times nationwide since 2002 premiere Jim Stephenson as guest narrator or guest conductor (additional fees apply) Written for and premiered by the Naples Philharmonic in 2002. Instrumentation: