Adam Schoenberg: One Acquainted with the Night - For Flute and Piano

Product Information

• Setting: Flute and Piano
• Language: English
• Grade: 3
• Publisher: Ricordi
• Item Number: RICL00040700
• Other Reference: RICL00040700
• ISMN: 9790570026784 / 979-0570026784

Overview

"One Acquainted with the Night" is a deeply poignant and lyrical composition for flute and piano by acclaimed American composer Adam Schoenberg, inspired by Robert Frost’s haunting poem “Acquainted with the Night.” Composed in 2004, the piece explores themes of solitude, love, memory, and the quiet ache of isolation, staying faithful to the emotional landscape evoked by the poem. The music unfolds as an introspective dialogue between the flute and piano, with Schoenberg crafting delicate, flowing lines that mirror the poem’s restrained melancholy and subtle emotional turns. At its core, the piece is an emotional journey, allowing performers to explore nuance, phrasing, and the fine balance between stillness and movement.

Written with intermediate-level performers in mind, One Acquainted with the Night offers opportunities for expressive interpretation and thoughtful musicianship. The work’s transparent textures and intimate character invite listeners into a space of personal reflection—much like the poem itself, which quietly walks the line between presence and absence, light and darkness. This composition is ideal for recital performance, especially in programs that explore literary or emotional themes. It also serves as an accessible yet meaningful repertoire choice for students and emerging artists, allowing them to connect deeply with both music and poetry through sound.

Product Features

• Format: Score and Parts
• Instrumentation: Flute and Piano
• Performance Level: Grade 3, suitable for intermediate musicians
• Duration: Approximately 5 minutes

Interesting Facts

• Musical Inspiration: The piece draws directly from Frost's evocative imagery, aiming to create a short lullaby that reflects the emotional depth of the poem. Schoenberg's music captures the essence of walking through the night, evoking feelings of solitude and contemplation.
• Performance Context: "One Acquainted with the Night" is often performed in recitals and chamber music settings, making it a popular choice for flutists and pianists looking to explore contemporary repertoire.
• Composer Background: Adam Schoenberg, born in 1980, is known for his engaging and accessible compositions that often blend traditional and modern elements, appealing to a wide range of audiences.

Publishers

Published by Ricordi, a respected music publishing house that specializes in classical and contemporary music, ensuring the preservation and promotion of significant works.

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