"Mountain Melody" beautifully introduces the listener and performer to Dello Joio's musical language, which is reminiscent of Copland's Americana style. This pastoral little piece requires a delicate touch and a good sense of balance between the hands, as the melody is alternated back and forth.
Composer/Publisher Information[]
Biographical and other information about Norman Dello Joio can be found here
"Suite for the Young" can be purchased here
Author[]
Dr. Alan Huckleberry, Associate Professor of Piano Pedagogy, The University of Iowa School of Music www.alanhuckleberry.com