American Costa Rican composer James Nathaniel Holland presents this delightful excerpt from his ballet for children, "The Wind in the Willows" Perfect for high school, university orchestra, or community orchestra for light or pop concert. Intermediate level. Orchestration: Picc, F12, Ob, EH, Cl 12, Bsn 12, Hrn 123, Trmpt 12, Trom, BTrom, Timp, Perc 12(cym w/mall, djembe or conga, claves), piano, strings In this scene from the ballet, Rat, is in a pensive mood and writing at his desk. It is autumn and he sees how all of life comes a eventually must leave, migrating birds, mice, etc. Then enters a seafaring Rat who is from distant lands. On his ship, he tells Rat of his many travels and exotic places he has visited. What great adventure life is Truly we are wayfayers, all. Duration: 8 minutes approximately YouTube video demo: https: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=hA3WQyfSqTg