Yanomamo







  • Introduction
  • Narrations
  • Sound-bites
  • Instrumentation
  • Musical Examples
  • Publication details
  • Merchandise
  • TV
  • Performing



    First written and performed in 1983.


  • Sound Bites

    These will be available shortly.

    Instrumentation

    3 Flutes
    3/4 Bb Clarinets
    2 Alto Saxophones
    2 Tenor Saxophones
    3 Bb Trumpets
    3 Trombones
    1 Tuba
    Electric Bass
    Classical/Acoustic Guitar
    Electric Keyboard
    (String) Synthesiser
    Piano
    Timpani
    Bass Drum
    Drum Kit
    Cymbals
    Xylophone
    Vibraphone
    Glockenspiel
    Tambourine
    Maracas
    Cabasa
    Wood Block

    Musical Examples


    Details of Publications currently available

    Vocal Score, Word Book and Cassette recording are on sale from Josef Weinberger Ltd..
    Full Score and Stage Band parts available on hire from Josef Weinberger Ltd..

    Recordings and Additional Merchandise

    A double-length cassette recording , performed by the Choir and Musicians of St. Augustine's RC High School, and narrated by Sir David Attenborough is available from Josef Weinberger Ltd.

    A Video Cassette and Audio Cassette of "Song of the Forest", narrated by Sting is available directly from WWF.


    Television Appearances

    Yanomamo was filmed as "Song of the Forest" and shown on Channel 4's Fragile Earth series, narrated by Sting.

    Performing the Musical

    The numbers that have taken part in performances of Yanomamo throughout the years have never failed to amaze us!

    If you are considering a performance and would like to know more about licensing details and hire of parts, please contact Josef Weinberger Ltd. directly.

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