This is the original orchestral version of Vaughan Williams´ famous fantasia which first appeared in his opera 'Sir John in Love'. Apart from the main folk-tune 'Greensleeves' the centre section uses another folk-tune entitled 'Lovely Joan'. This version adapted and arranged by Ralph Greaves has been popular in the concert hall and in recordings since it first appeared.Now out of print in the Oxford University Press catalogue this work has been newly engraved and reissued in this Goodmusic edition but otherwise unaltered.
SKU: CF.SAS3
ISBN 9781491157732. UPC: 680160916313. 9 x 12 inches.
Fantasia on Christmas Carols offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of world-renowned composer. Ralph Vaughan Williams uses three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this masterful arrangement from Todd Parrish contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening. A wonderful selection for any holiday concert!.Fantasia on Christmas Carols offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of world-renowned composer. Ralph Vaughan Williams uses three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this masterful arrangement from Todd Parrish contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening. A wonderful selection for any holiday concert!
SKU: GI.G-10393FS
UPC: 785147039396.
In partnership with Oxford University Press and authorized by the Vaughan Williams Charitable Trust, this major new initiative brings the incredible catalog of Ralph Vaughan Williams to the wind band community, with scholarly transcriptions by leaders in wind band composition. Titles in the Symphonic Series come from treasured major orchestral works by Vaughan Williams that have never before been available for wind band. This work is Grade 4. To view other titles in the series, visit www.giamusic.com/RVW.
SKU: AP.46618
UPC: 038081532561. English.
Vaughan Williams' work represents the height of English Post-Romanticism after the turn of the century, which was characterized by fervent nationalistic spirit and a corresponding surge of interest in discovering, preserving, and performing traditional folk music. This arrangement includes elements of Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis, A Sea Symphony, Linden Lea, and Overture to The Wasps, all seamlessly intertwined.
SKU: AP.46618S
UPC: 038081532578. English.
SKU: CF.SAS3F
ISBN 9781491157534. UPC: 680160916115. 9 x 12 inches.
Written in 1912, the Fantasia on Christmas Carols was originally scored for baritone solo, chorus, and orchestra. In it, Ralph Vaughan Williams used three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this arrangement contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening. Though the melodies are mostly of unknown origin, the harmonies are uniquely the work of Vaughan Williams. This medley offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of a world-renowned composer.
SKU: AP.47440S
UPC: 038081544984. English.
This work features Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis, Sea Symphony (Symphony No. 1), Linden Lea, and Overture to 'The Wasps' (Aristophanic Suite). Interesting melodies, beautiful orchestrations, and smooth transitions will help your orchestra create an artistic performance. Perfect for both festivals and concerts, this piece is an excellent finale for any performance.
SKU: AP.47440
UPC: 038081544977. English.
SKU: OU.9780193388260
ISBN 9780193388260. 12 x 9 inches.
Reduction for two pianos of Vaughan Williams's earliest known piece for solo instrument with orchestra, written 1896-1904, and rediscovered in 2010. Showing influences of late 19th-century composers, but also hallmarks of Vaughan Williams's later style, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the composer's development.
