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Blue Skies and Yellow Fields

The Ukraine
New Concert Band Music Consortium

The National Academic Symphonic Band of Ukraine, consortium lead
KEVIN POELKING, composer

For conductors and music lovers around the world to support band musicians in Ukraine

The Project

We are excited to announce this collaborative effort with composer Kevin Poelking in order to further our mission of supporting new music while also honoring our Ukrainian heroes and defenders"

-The National Academic Symphonic Band of Ukraine

  • This project is a collaboration between ensemble, composer and you!​

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  • At the request of the ensemble, this work will be "Dedicated to Ukrainian Heroes and Defenders" and will be premiered in Kyiv, Ukraine.​​

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  • You can join this project as an individual, an ensemble, or as an organization. You will forever be listed in the score as a supporter of this ensemble/ project.​

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  • Not only will joining this project cover 100% of a brand new commission for The NASB of Ukraine, but the majority of the funds will go directly to the ensemble itself to support them in continuing to make music in the face of incredible adversity.

Blue Skies and Yellow Fields
The Music

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​This work is currently being composed. Updates will be listed here.​​

Updated 09.10.24

  • The music will draw inspiration from the culture, lifestyle, current experience, and/ or music of Ukraine

    • This will come from material that was provided directly to the composer by the NASBofUA​ with in-depth research by the composer

    • The work will ultimately be uplifting/ celebratory in nature and primarily influenced by the dedication to the "Ukrainian heroes and defenders"

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  • Grade 5 difficulty level​

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  • Duration ca. 8-13 minutes

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  • Additional composer work samples

More updates soon!
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Consortium Details​

A consortium is when a group of people join together to support a new music project. This unique consortium will support a new work to be premiered in Kyiv, Ukraine.​

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What you receive:

  • Your name will appear in the score as a consortium member who made this project possible

    • "The following members of this consortium send their love and support to the musicians of the National Academic Symphonic Band of Ukraine: [Names of all Consortium Members Listed here by category and in order of date joined]"​

  • Score/ Parts (if included in your option) automatically delivered immediately following the World Premiere in Kyiv, Ukraine, and no later than December 1, 2025 (in case the concert is unexpectedly delayed by the current state of war)​

    • The concert will likely take place in October/ November 2025 so delivery may be sooner

    • Be sure that the following email does not get spam-blocked: contact@kevinpoelking.com

  • Exclusive rights to perform the work until May 31, 2026

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Click here to see how the funds will be used 

Ensemble Rate: $300

Your choice of physical score or PDF score + PDF parts.

You and your ensemble will be listed in the score.

Conductor Rate: $135
Your choice of physical score or PDF. (No parts)
Join the consortium as an individual. Have your name listed in the score as a supporter of this project. Parts can be purchased separately by any ensemble you will conduct on this work.
Graduate Student Conductor Rate: $95

(you must be enrolled in a full-time MM or DMA conducting program)

Same parameters as the "Conductor Rate" listed above. A great option for future directors looking to support new music.

Supporter Rate: $50 - $1500

Individuals and organizations who want to support this project but don't intend on performing the piece. Have your name added to the consortium page as a supporter or submit anonymously. (No delivery of score or parts for this option).

Updates and Reminders

Not sure if you want to join yet? Sign up for the email list for updates or to be reminded later 

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What your contribution supports

This section is included for full transparency as to how the funds received from this project will be used

​The primary purpose of this project is to support the NASB of Ukraine's mission to create and perform new music.

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  • Transaction Fee for credit cards: 2.9% + $0.30 USD

    • (This fee is waived if you are paying by check.)​

 

  • After transaction fee: ​

    • 60% of your consortium fee will be delivered to the National Academic Symphonic Band of Ukraine until the consortium closes on August 1, 2025. They will consider this income to use at their own discretion to support their ensemble/ artistic mission.

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    • The remaining 40% of the consortium fee will be used to cover the operating costs of this project including but not limited to printing, binding, supplies, delivery, and postage, along with any possible marketing/ advertising directly related to this project. Whatever remains will be retained as a commission fee for the composer.

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Thank you. We will be in touch soon!

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