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Grasshopper: A Tragic Tale.
By Innes Randolph and
Joseph W. Clokey. (2-Part).
Musicals and Programs. 24
pages. Published by Alfred
Publishing. (0708)
ISBN 0087487708.
This wonderful little piece
has delighted and amused
audiences in performances
for many years. Previously
available
through
the
Summy-Birchard
Archives
only, the increasing demand
for The Grasshopper has
warranted our bringing it
back into print. This "Tragic
Tale" is about a grasshopper
on a sweet potato vine who
gets eaten by a big turkey
gobbler! It is told by a
narrator and assisted by
soloists and a chorus of
mixed voices in a variety of
tempos ranging from allegro
to maestros. It is assured to
be enjoyed by students,
teachers and audiences alike
.