Into the Woods
Score title
Into the Woods
Composer
Andy Ahiko
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Instrumentation
Sample
Library copy
Program note
"The first time I listened to it, I loved the concept of 'Into the Woods'- -being lost in and confused by the woods, and the consistent and driving rhythms of the opening prologue. I was also intrigued by Sondheim's innovative and witty use of spoken narrative against his catchy melodies, particularly during each character's introduction. My goal in re-imagining this prologue was to orchestrate each character's personality with the use of prepared piano--for example, dimes on the strings for the cow scenes, poster tack on the strings for door knocks and narrated phrases, and credit card string-clusters for the wicked witch. My goal was to portray each character's story and mystical journey using exotic piano timbres in place of text."