Come Sweet Death

SKU: CL.026-4794-00

Alfred Reed’s masterful transcriptions of Bach chorales have become band standards, and this version for the Barnhouse Build-A-Band series makes Come, Sweet Death available for bands requiring flexible instrumentation. The rich texture, singing lines and deep feelings of the original are maintained to give your unique group the unforgettable experience of performing this band classic. A stunning and impressive addition to your band’s repertoire that will create a musical memory for all.

SKU: CL.026-4794-75

SKU: TM.10330SET

Ed. by Stokowski. Instruments in modern keys/clefs.

SKU: CF.YPS203F

ISBN 9781491152911. UPC: 680160910410.

Imagine Bach trying to compose in his studio while being pestered by a spider! Arachnophobia and Fugue exposes students to the Baroque style of music using dramatic contrasts, light articulation, chorale-style sections, and multiple references to Bach's works. The spider is represented by the xylophone and/or marimba supported by the flutes. As a humorous bonus, auxiliary percussion includes rolled-up newspapers to swat the pesky spider throughout the piece.
Good music played well inspires the imagination. Imagine Bach trying to compose in his studio while being pestered by a spider! First and foremost this is educational music exposing kids to the Baroque style of music. Dramatic dynamic contrasts, light articulation, chorale-style, and multiple references to Bach’s works form the basis for the work. Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Sleepers Wake, Little Fugue in G Minor, Sheep May Safely Graze, Dies Irae, and Come Sweet Death are the basis for this look into an imaginary situation with the Great Baroque Master. The spider is represented by either a solo xylophone or multiple xylophones and/or marimba (supported by the flutes.) As a humorous bonus auxiliary percussion use rolled up newspapers to swat the pesky spider throughout the piece in rhythm with the music.

SKU: CL.MHT-0001-01

SKU: CF.YPS203

ISBN 9781491152232. UPC: 680160909735. Key: D minor.

Imagine Bach trying to compose in his studio while being pestered by a spider! Arachnophobia and Fugue exposes students to the Baroque style of music using dramatic contrasts, light articulation, chorale-style sections, and multiple references to Bach's works. The spider is represented by the xylophone and/or marimba supported by the flutes. As a humorous bonus, auxiliary percussion includes rolled-up newspapers to swat the pesky spider throughout the piece.
Good music played well inspires the imagination. Imagine Bach trying to compose in his studio while being pestered by a spider! First and foremost this is educational music exposing kids to the Baroque style of music. Dramatic dynamic contrasts, light articulation, chorale-style, and multiple references to Bach’s works form the basis for the work. Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Sleepers Wake, Little Fugue in G Minor, Sheep May Safely Graze, Dies Irae, and Come Sweet Death are the basis for this look into an imaginary situation with the Great Baroque Master. The spider is represented by either a solo xylophone or multiple xylophones and/or marimba (supported by the flutes.) As a humorous bonus auxiliary percussion use rolled up newspapers to swat the pesky spider throughout the piece in rhythm with the music.

SKU: CL.012-1940-02

This is certainly one of the most beloved and widely sung of all the many great chorales. Richness of texture, singing lines, and deep feeling make the present instrumental setting an unforgettable experience for both performers and audiences. Alfred Reed's transcription of this true Bach favorite is a perfect selection for concert use, your audience will give your stir your audience each time it is performed.

About Bach Series arranged by Alfred Reed

Masterful settings for concert band by the venerable Alfred Reed, these works have been scored to achieve richness and beauty without detracting from the textural construction created by Bach himself. Marvelous educational and program material!