Maxwell Lafontant

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A simple repetitive ostinato creates a great atmosphere for prayer and meditation.

Meditation

2-3 Octave Handbells

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A rhythmically fluid piece which uses the whole tone scale as an impetus for romantic harmonizations. The text is from the Bible expressing God's love and protection for his chosen people.

Isaiah 43

Soprano Solo

A setting of the Italian poet Umberto Saba, this piece shows the clarity in misery and the light in darkness.

All'Anima Mia

Vocal Duet Duet

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Experience the divine through "The Word was God," a moving choral composition by Maxwell R. Lafontant. Perfect for church choirs, this anthem masterfully blends traditional reverence with contemporary elegance, uplifting all who hear it. Embrace the spiritual journey and enrich your congregation's worship experience with this profound musical piece. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

The Word was God

SATB Octavo

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A clarinet trio where waves of sound build and crash into each new section. Based on very little material, this piece develops constantly, especially through the dialogue between the instruments.

Fifths and Thirds in Three and Four (And Sometimes Both)

Clarinet Ensemble

A double concerto that follows the generic narrative of any good musical, heavily inspired by the movie musicals of mid-century America.

Film Suite

Chamber Orchestra Score & Parts

The third movement of a string quartet that explores different periods of Modernism. This movement is an emulation of Minimalism. It utilizes drones, polyrhythms, repetition, pulses, and a return to triadic harmony.

String Quartet No. 1

String Quartet

Elevate your concert repertoire with "Floating By" by Maxwell R. Lafontant. This secular piece captivates audiences with its serene melodies and graceful harmonies, perfect for  performances. Crafted to enchant, it's an exquisite selection that showcases musical artistry in a  setting. A must-have for any concert program! - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Floating By

Immerse yourself in the poignant world of "Lament" by Maxwell R. Lafontant. This classical masterpiece intricately weaves melancholic melodies and harmonies, capturing the essence of sorrow and reflection. Perfect for advanced ensembles, "Lament" promises to enrich concerts and touch the hearts of both performers and audiences alike. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Lament

Harp Solo

A companion piece to Copland's Midday Thoughts, this piece explores complex polyrhythms on top of a semi functional triadic structure.

Midnight Dreams

Piano Solo

A completely improvised piece based on the hymn tune "Abide with Me." The fixed media part provides a canvas over which the clarinetist can work and is available by contacting the composer directly.

Cantata

Clarinet Solo

This piece serves as an excellent introduction into graphic notation and chance music, and well as functioning as a great exercise in listening and improvisation.

Healing Waters

Flexible Instrumentation Flexible Instrumentation

Written for Floris A. Lafontant (nee Bannister), this piece takes the motto FAB and slowly shifts and transforms like soft ocean waves, ever-shifting and ever-flowing. The title is taken from the first line of Rilke's Duino Elegies, Who, if I cried out, would hear me among the orders of angels?

Among the Orders of Angels

String Sextet

A piece for solo marimba in three movements which explores process music and minimalism.

Arcs

Marimba Solo

A sparse and melancholic setting of Joseph Eichendorff, this piece shows emptiness and angst in loss.

Auf Meines Kindes Tod

Tenor Solo

An empowering text about the all-encompassing nature of love for men's choir and piano.

And Love Is...

TTBB Octavo

This piece originated as a commission for the bands of the Libera Composer's Association Consortium in 2016. The piece takes a very simple motive and transforms it through five sections, each based on a separate paintingillustrating the journey from youth to age, from sowing to reaping.

Three Portraits of the Heartland

Concert Band Score & Parts

A setting of a Haitian folksong about love found and lost.

Choukoun

Two Ciquains contains settings of two poems by early 20th century American poet, Adelaide Crapsey, November Night and Snow. The piece is scored for SATB and marimba, but can be substituted for piano or harp.

Two Cinquains

The first movement of a string quartet that explores different periods of Modernism. This movement seeks to emulate Expressionism with extremes of dynamic, range and technical ability while remaining couched in Romantic forms.

String Quartet #1

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