Score and Parts-Here is an exciting opener for inexperienced bands that is guaranteed to sound full! After a fast introduction the low brass take over at a slow tempo on the familiar melody. From there the excitement builds as the tempogradually increases right up to the energetic and powerful final chords.
SKU: CL.052-2093-00
Opener - Production Classical.
SKU: KN.09881S
UPC: 822795098815.
Grade 4 groups will enjoy this well-arranged piece from Reinhold Gliere's classic ballet The Red Poppy. Using a theme and variation form, John Caponegro has included all the tempo changes that are idiomatic to this characteristic dance. Three optional percussion parts are included. Duration 3:15. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: CL.012-2781-00
Gliere’s popular classic really comes to life in this exceptional transcription. Not easy, but well worth the effort. A must play.
About C.L. Barnhouse Classics Series
Under the editorial supervision of Dr. Alfred Reed, these classics from master composers have been adapted and arranged for concert band. A perfect way to acquaint concert band performers and audiences with some of the greatest classical music of all time!