Can You Imagine?: Choral Instrumental Pak
By Rupert Lang
Item: 35-PK00254728
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"Can You Imagine" was written in response to the war in Afghanistan and to the many civilians, especially children, who become displaced persons. The composer had this to say, "I wanted to respond with a composition for children - about children - a work that would inspire us to create a better future for them. Without the beauty of children in our lives...I can't imagine."
Duration: ca. 6:40.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00254728
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About the Composer: Rupert Lang
Rupert Lang is a composer whose work centers on creating meaningful musical experiences for young performers and audiences. His compositions often engage with contemporary social themes, translating complex human experiences into accessible yet artistically substantial pieces for singers and instrumentalists.
Why we love this
Lang crafted this piece as a direct artistic response to real human suffering, which gives it uncommon weight and authenticity. Rather than treating a serious subject with heavy-handedness, he channels the message through the voices of young singers, creating something that educates while remaining emotionally resonant without being manipulative.
What to expect
The piece carries a reflective, hopeful quality despite its serious origins. Musical lines unfold with quiet dignity, inviting listeners into a conversation about compassion and possibility rather than delivering a sermon.
Who it's for
This work belongs in the folders of middle and high school choirs seeking repertoire with artistic integrity and contemporary relevance. It also works for advanced elementary choirs ready to engage meaningfully with socially conscious music.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the choir's vulnerability with instrumental support; the accompaniment should frame rather than overshadow the singers' contributions to the narrative.
- Attend carefully to dynamic control across the full duration. At 6:40, the piece requires sustained focus from singers and players to maintain emotional clarity without fatigue.
- Work with your instrumentalists on text sensitivity. Even though they are not singing, their musical phrasing should honor the lyrical intentions of the vocalist and choral lines.
How to use it
Consider programming this as a centerpiece for a concert exploring social responsibility and the power of choral music to address world issues. Its length and emotional arc make it equally effective as a standalone statement or as part of a thematically connected set.
Skills your students will build
- Connecting lyrical content to interpretive choices
- Sustaining emotional focus over an extended work
- Balancing choral and instrumental textures
- Performing music rooted in social and historical awareness