Creature of Steel and Steam

This Wilcox poem mysteriously describes, like a riddle, a locomotive as if it's a living being of flesh and blood. Parr's setting is perfect to create and hold interest of young singers using a minor key, dynamic contrast, and interesting, rhythmic writing. A solid teaching and performance piece for any time of year.

Voicing: 2-Part or 3-Part Mixed

Accompaniment: Piano

Text: Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Music: Andrew Parr

Publisher: Shawnee Press

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