The Glacier Express: The Glacier Express

Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-3370-75

Composed by Neeck. Concert Band. Spotlight Series. Audio recording available separately (items CL.WFR332 & CL.WFR353). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2004. Duration 6 minutes, 49 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3370-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3370-75).

The Glacier Express is a famous Swiss excursion train that has traveled through the Swiss countryside between Zermatt and St. Moritz since 1930. Larry Neeck's new composition is clearly descriptive of the train's journey and the spectacular scenery that passes throughout mountains, glaciers, lakes, tunnels and quaint Swiss villages. Lots of musical contrasts including a nice trumpet solo and interesting parts for every section! Ample percussion parts are sure to keep even a large herd of drummers both interested and involved. A wonderful piece for developing bands and an outstanding choice for festival or concert performances!

About C.L. Barnhouse Spotlight Series

The Barnhouse Spotlight series includes publications for solo instruments with concert band accompaniment. These publications are designed to feature outstanding members of your band as soloist, and to provide unique and entertaining programming options. Solo parts are graded more difficult than the band accompaniments

Composed by Gwyneth W. Walker (1947-). Secular, 21st century. Duration 17 minutes, 30 seconds. E.C. Schirmer Publishing #8516. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing (EC.8516).