Notes from Afar: Culture, People, and a Musical Language

Author:   John Steffa ,  Nancy Steffa
Publisher:   Palmetto Publishing
ISBN:  

9798822978829


Pages:   208
Publication Date:   03 June 2025
Format:   Paperback
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Notes from Afar: Culture, People, and a Musical Language


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Explore the Fascinating Journey of Two Intrepid Travelers as they Discover Vibrant Cultures Around the Globe, Transforming Their Experiences into Unique Musical Compositions. The book, Notes from Afar, charts an engaging narrative of John and Nancy's relentless pursuit for unique global experiences. Their insatiable curiosity propels them to traverse far-off lands, immersing themselves in diverse cultures. Each place they visit, each person they meet, paints a new stroke on their vast canvas of knowledge and understanding. Their journey doesn't end with mere exploration. The story takes a compelling twist, inspired by their adventures, blends these newfound cultural learnings into his own distinctive musical dialect. The result? A symphony that echoes the harmony of global unity and the beauty of individual cultures. Notes from Afar is a painstakingly curated amalgamation of experiences and cultures, transformed into an extraordinary musical expression. It's an exploration of the known and the unknown, the familiar and the strange, the sounds of the world- all woven into one spectacular narrative. This book is a testament to the power of travel and its ability to inspire, educate and transform.

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Author:   John Steffa ,  Nancy Steffa
Publisher:   Palmetto Publishing
Imprint:   Palmetto Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.381kg
ISBN:  

9798822978829


Pages:   208
Publication Date:   03 June 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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John Steffa is a seasoned musician and music educator, holding a D.M.A. in Music Composition from The University of Texas at Austin and an M.M. from The University of Northern Iowa. His teaching career spans roles such as Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and Orchestra teacher. Nancy Steffa has directed the Charleston County Youth Symphony, was a public school instructor and presented papers at international conferences. Steffas original music, including Three Short Movements for viola and piano, has been performed internationally. His research into the folk music of Bahia, Brazil, earned him the Committee on Institutional Studies and Research Grant. His book, Notes from Afar, reflects his rich musical journey.

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