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The Dream Keeper
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2-Part Acoustic Bass; Choral; Congas (2-Part)
SKU: HL.8745611
(from A Trilogy of Dreams). Composed by Rollo Dilworth. Henry Leck Creating Artistry. Concert, Contest, Festival, Poetry, Young Choir. Octavo. 12 pages. Hal Leonard #8745611. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8745611).ISBN 9781458423993. UPC: 884088076733. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
A persistent underlying rhythm gives this setting of the Langston Hughes poem a powerful and mysterious drive. The vocal parts are accessible and the acoustic bass and conga drums add to the overall impact. “Dreams” and “I Dream A World” are available separately. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.
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Ratings + Reviews
Based on 6 Reviews
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Sarah M.
December 16, 2025
Excellent for Developing Young Choirs
Rollo Dilworth's 'The Dream Keeper' is a fantastic addition to our school choir repertoire. The 'accessible vocal parts' are perfectly suited for developing singers, offering a beautiful introduction to 2-part harmony. The clear engraving makes sight-reading straightforward, and the 'persistent underlying rhythm' is great for teaching rhythmic precision. It's a truly engaging piece that allows students to connect with Langston Hughes' poetry.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Solid Choral Arrangement for Ensembles
As a bassist for various community and school events, I found 'The Dream Keeper' score to be well-structured. While not a lead sheet with chord symbols, the double bass part is clearly notated and integral to the 'powerful and mysterious drive.' The overall arrangement is suitable for its intended 'Concert, Contest, Festival' use, making it a reliable pick for directors seeking quality repertoire. Just be prepared for dedicated notation, not chord charts.
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Marcus J.
December 15, 2025
Unique Choral Textures for Vocal Development
This setting of Langston Hughes' poem by Rollo Dilworth offers a compelling experience for singers. While the primary accompaniment is double bass and congas, the score effectively integrates these elements, creating a 'powerful and mysterious drive' that beautifully supports the 'accessible vocal parts' of the 2-part choir. The vocal lines are well-crafted, providing opportunities to teach blend and expressive phrasing, even without a traditional piano texture.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Hauntingly Beautiful and Rewarding to Learn!
I absolutely loved diving into Rollo Dilworth's 'The Dream Keeper.' The setting of Langston Hughes' poem is just captivating. The 'accessible vocal parts' meant I could really focus on the emotion and enjoy singing my part without getting overwhelmed by difficulty. It has such a unique, 'persistent underlying rhythm' that makes it feel very special. Learning this piece with my community choir has been incredibly rewarding!
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Teach2play
August 12, 2013
Lovely, haunting setting of Langston Hughes' poem
Beautiful setting of the Langston Hughes' poem Dreams, Rollo Dilworth has created a keeper!
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Anonymous
September 14, 2010
dream keeper.
it's a very chilling song. very excellent though the piano really gives it a great minor effect. also: the it has just the correct amount of soprano and alto in harmony. wonderful.
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