Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.686690 By Jason Mraz. By Jason Mraz and Michael Natter. Arranged by Fernando Britto. Contemporary,Pop,Rock,Wedding. Score and parts. 6 pages. Minhas Partituras #6458997. Published by Minhas Partituras (A0.686690). Arrangement of the song I Won't Give Up (Jason Mraz) for Brass Quartet (Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2, Horn in F and Trombone).

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1292411 Composed by Traditional Spiritual. Arranged by Thomas Quigley. Spiritual,Traditional. 15 pages. Thomas Quigley #882983. Published by Thomas Quigley (A0.1292411). Impress your audience with this wonderful arrangement! The superb melody is supported with strong,attractive harmonies, at times jazzy, and with rhythmical figures in the background. Really great to play, it demonstrates the power and expressiveness of the brass instruments and is an excellent item to include in your repertoire.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.781068 Composed by Lyrics by Isaac Watts and Music by Lowell Mason. Arranged by Cathy Stamegna. Easter,Praise & Worship,Sacred. Score and parts. 12 pages. Cathy Stamegna #6692487. Published by Cathy Stamegna (A0.781068). This popular Lenten hymn has been newly arranged with variations, although strains of the sacred melody remain recognizable throughout. A lovely addition to any Lenten, Holy Week, or Penance Service.  Appropriate as a Concert piece as well.  Concert Key:  Eb, modulating to Bb.  Set of Parts.  Performance Time:  4:25 (YouTube video is the Woodwind Quartet arrangement).

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1418858 Composed by Lowell Mason. Arranged by B. C. Dockery. Christian,Easter,Lent,Religious,Sacred. 6 pages. Ben Dockery #1000344. Published by Ben Dockery (A0.1418858). Arranged for brass quartet: two B-flat trumpets, french horn, and trombone. Great for preludes, offertories, postludes, lessons, and recitals. Especially well-suited for Easter services. Includes score and parts. Easy intermediate level.

Brass Quartet Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1380786 By English Folk Song. By Traditional. Arranged by Jhonatan Lucio Viana. Classical,Folk,Holiday,Multicultural,Traditional,World. 8 pages. JLVPartitura #965575. Published by JLVPartitura (A0.1380786). Immerse yourself in this arrangement of Greensleeves English Folk Song, Traditional for Brass Quartet + Chords. Purchase now to unlock the transformative power of music in your life and be transported to a world of wonders as the timeless melody captures the essence of the song. Let the emotion and versatility of this music elevate your musical experience.Key Features: 1) Adaptation smooth transition to your instrument, preserving the original music's magic and emotion; 2) Level beginner-friendly, suitable for those starting out or at an easy intermediate level; 3) Format professionally edited PDF for effortless study and performance; 4) Genre blends classical elements with whimsical touches, appealing to both adults and children; 5) Melody simple yet enchanting, evoking wonder and curiosity; 6) Rhythm gentle and steady, guiding players with ease; 7) Harmony delicate harmonies add depth without complexity, enhancing the overall beauty of the music.Enhance your performance by downloading the sheet music today and let the beauty of this song resonate in every note of this arrangement.I'm happy to share this exclusive arrangement to enrich your musical journey. After purchasing the sheet music of your choice, I invite you to explore my extensive collection, accessible on the website under my name: Jhonatan Lucio Viana. Discover a variety of meticulously crafted arrangements for various instruments and voices, all at affordable prices.

Brass Quartet Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1380785 By English Folk Song. By Traditional. Arranged by Jhonatan Lucio Viana. Classical,Folk,Holiday,Multicultural,Traditional,World. 8 pages. JLVPartitura #965574. Published by JLVPartitura (A0.1380785). Immerse yourself in this arrangement of Greensleeves English Folk Song, Traditional for Brass Quartet.  Purchase now to unlock the transformative power of music in your life and be transported to a world of wonders as the timeless melody captures the essence of the song. Let the emotion and versatility of this music elevate your musical experience.Key Features: 1) Adaptation smooth transition to your instrument, preserving the original music's magic and emotion; 2) Level beginner-friendly, suitable for those starting out or at an easy intermediate level; 3) Format professionally edited PDF for effortless study and performance; 4) Genre blends classical elements with whimsical touches, appealing to both adults and children; 5) Melody simple yet enchanting, evoking wonder and curiosity; 6) Rhythm gentle and steady, guiding players with ease; 7) Harmony delicate harmonies add depth without complexity, enhancing the overall beauty of the music.Enhance your performance by downloading the sheet music today and let the beauty of this song resonate in every note of this arrangement.I'm happy to share this exclusive arrangement to enrich your musical journey. After purchasing the sheet music of your choice, I invite you to explore my extensive collection, accessible on the website under my name: Jhonatan Lucio Viana. Discover a variety of meticulously crafted arrangements for various instruments and voices, all at affordable prices.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1141707 Composed by Gustav Holst, Christina Rossetti. Arranged by John A. Dempsey. Celtic,Christian,Christmas,Holiday,Irish,Sacred. Score and parts. 20 pages. John A. Dempsey #742085. Published by John A. Dempsey (A0.1141707). A wintry landscape, a miracle, a wondrous season: all these are evoked in this traditional English Christmas carol that's also popular among Celtic music fans.  Arranged as a jubilant brass quintet for two Bb trumpets, horn in F and two trombones, this snowy, atmospheric music is recommended for Christmas plays, pageants and programs, holiday recitals and Christmas concerts as well as traditional Christmas church services and other seasonal worship events.  Suggested worship uses: a prelude, postlude, an offertory, interlude, Christmas play overture, special music and silent prayer accompaniment.  Concert Key: F major. 16 pages of music (that includes the score and separate two-page parts for trumpet 1, trumpet 2, French horn, trombone 1 and trombone 2)     What can I give Him, poor as I am?     If I were a shepherd, I would give a lamb.     If I were a wise man, I would do my part     But what can I give Him?  Give Him my heart.

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1423183 Composed by Various. Arranged by B. C. Dockery. Christian,Easter,Lent,Religious,Sacred. 125 pages. Ben Dockery #1004505. Published by Ben Dockery (A0.1423183). These twenty classic Easter hymns have been arranged for brass quartet: two B-flat trumpets, french horn, and trombone. Great for preludes, offertories, postludes, recitals, and lessons. Easy enough for early-intermediate students to learn and for more advanced players to sight-read. Includes scores and individual parts.Alleluia! Alleluia! (Ode to Joy) * Are You Washed in the Blood? * At the Cross * Christ Arose (Low in the Grave He Lay) * Christ the Lord is Risen Today * Crown Him With Many Crowns * Down at the Cross * He Lives (I know That My Redeemer Lives!) * I Stand Amazed in the Presence (How Marvelous) * Jesus Paid It All * Jesus Saves * Near the Cross * Nothing But the Blood * O Sacred Head, Now Wounded * O the Blood of Jesus * Tell Me the Story of Jesus * The Old Rugged Cross * There is a Fountain * Were You There * When I Survey the Wondrous Cross.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.960353 Composed by Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse. Arranged by Jasmine Brown. Film/TV. Score and parts. 16 pages. Jasmine Brown #6332281. Published by Jasmine Brown (A0.960353). I've rearranged Pure Imagination from Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory in a more upbeat swing style. There are opportunities for improvisation if the players want but it's not mandatory.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.814520 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Regis Bookshar. Christmas,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and parts. 9 pages. Regis Bookshar #6612839. Published by Regis Bookshar (A0.814520). Brass Quintet - Advanced/Intermediate - Digital Download. This marvelous arrangement of the Russian Dance (Trepak), from Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's extremely popular, The Nutcracker Suite, would be a fabulous addition to any music library and could be performed for concerts and recitals but would be most appropriate during the Holiday season. This selection has been arranged to keep all of the intensity and excitement of the original composition and is suitable for high school and college students but professional musicians would also enjoy playing this selection. Included are a score and a complete set of parts (9 pages). This selection is one of the many arrangements from The Regis Bookshar Trumpet Ensemble's extensive music library which are being made available for the first time.The Nutcracker is an 1892 two-act ballet with a score by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. It has enjoyed enormous popularity since the late 1960's and is performed by countless ballet companies, primarily during the Christmas season, especially in North America. Tchaikovsky's score has become one of his most famous compositions. Some critics have called it astonishingly rich in detailed inspiration and from beginning to end, beautiful, melodious, original and characteristic. The ballet's first complete performance outside Russia took place in England in 1934. The first complete United States performance was on December 24, 1944, by the San Francisco Ballet. It was such an enormous success that the San Francisco Ballet has presented The Nutcracker every Christmas Eve and throughout the winter season, debuting new productions in 1944, 1954, 1967 and 2004. In Salt Lake City, it has been performed every year since 1963. The New York City Ballet gave its first annual performance in 1954. In addition to annual live stagings of the work, many productions have also been televised or released on home video.The Nutcracker continues to be one of Tchaikovsky's most popular compositions and contains some of his most memorable works. Tchaikovsky made a selection of eight of the numbers from the ballet before the ballet's December 1892 premiere, forming The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, and is intended for concert performance. The suite was first performed, under the composer's direction, on March 19, 1892. The suite became instantly popular with almost every number encored at its premiere.Regis Bookshar thought that it would be wonderful if other instrumentalists could also have the opportunity to play some of these wonderful compositions, originally scored for a full orchestra, and has arranged two of the selections, the popular March and the Russian Dance, one of the character dances, based on the traditional Russian and Ukrainian folk dance, Trepak, for a wide variety of instrumental ensembles. So, in addition to this version of the Russian Dance for a Brass Quintet, consisting of 2 Trumpets, 1 French Horn and 2 Trombones, he has made quite a few other arrangements of this selection for various Quintets and Octets and are readily available. If you should decide to purchase this arrangement of the Russian Dance, I would highly encourage you to also consider purchasing the arrangement of the March as well. Scheduling the March followed by the Russian Dance would be a very satisfying addition to any concert or recital. Please take the time to look for other versions of these compositions. You may find something else that might also suit your needs.I would also encourage you to search for other arrangements by Regis Bookshar, as there are numerous selections in a variety of styles, also available for purchase. You may find something else which might interest you. Please continue to check periodically because new arrangements are being added as often as possible. I'm certain that this wonderful arrangement of the Russian Dance from Tchaikovsky's marvelous holida.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.814524 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Regis Bookshar. Christmas,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and parts. 18 pages. Regis Bookshar #6615129. Published by Regis Bookshar (A0.814524). Brass Octet - Advanced/Intermediate - Digital Download. This marvelous arrangement of the Russian Dance from Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's extremely popular, The Nutcracker Suite, would be a fabulous addition to any music library and could be performed for concerts and recitals but would be most appropriate during the Holiday season. This selection has been arranged to keep all of the intensity and excitement of the original composition and is suitable for high school and college students but professional musicians would also enjoy playing this selection. Included are a score and a complete set of parts (15 pages). This selection is one of the many arrangements from The Regis Bookshar Trumpet Ensemble's extensive music library which are being made available for the first time.The Nutcracker is an 1892 two-act ballet with a score by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. It has enjoyed enormous popularity since the late 1960's and is performed by countless ballet companies, primarily during the Christmas season, especially in North America. Tchaikovsky's score has become one of his most famous compositions. Some critics have called it astonishingly rich in detailed inspiration and from beginning to end, beautiful, melodious, original and characteristic. The ballet's first complete performance outside Russia took place in England in 1934. The first complete United States performance was on December 24, 1944, by the San Francisco Ballet. It was such an enormous success that the San Francisco Ballet has presented The Nutcracker every Christmas Eve and throughout the winter season, debuting new productions in 1944, 1954, 1967 and 2004. In Salt Lake City, it has been performed every year since 1963. The New York City Ballet gave its first annual performance in 1954. In addition to annual live stagings of the work, many productions have also been televised or released on home video.The Nutcracker continues to be one of Tchaikovsky's most popular compositions and contains some of his most memorable works. Tchaikovsky made a selection of eight of the numbers from the ballet before the ballet's December 1892 premiere, forming The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, and is intended for concert performance. The suite was first performed, under the composer's direction, on March 19, 1892. The suite became instantly popular with almost every number encored at its premiere.Regis Bookshar thought that it would be wonderful if other instrumentalists could also have the opportunity to play some of these wonderful compositions, originally scored for a full orchestra, and has arranged two of the selections, the popular March and the Russian Dance, one of the character dances, based on the Russian and Ukrainian folk dance, Trepak, for a wide variety of instrumental ensembles. So, in addition to this version of the Russian Dance, for a Brass Octet, consisting of 3 Trumpets, 2 French Horns and 3 Trombones, he has made quite a few other arrangements of this selection for various Quintets and Octets and are readily available. If you should decide to purchase this arrangement of the Russian Dance, I would highly encourage you to also consider purchasing the arrangement of the March as well. Scheduling the March followed by the Russian Dance would be a very satisfying addition to any concert or recital. Please take the time to look for other versions of these compositions. You may find something else that might also suit your needs.I would also encourage you to search for other arrangements by Regis Bookshar, as there are numerous selections in a variety of styles, also available for purchase. You may find something else which might interest you. Please continue to check periodically because new arrangements are being added as often as possible. I'm certain that this wonderful arrangement of the Russian Dance from Tchaikovsky's marvelous holiday favorite, 

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.814512 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Regis Bookshar. Christmas,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and parts. 24 pages. Regis Bookshar #6612451. Published by Regis Bookshar (A0.814512). Brass Quintet - Advanced/Intermediate - Digital Download. This marvelous arrangement of the March from Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's extremely popular, The Nutcracker Suite, would be a fabulous addition to any music library and could be performed for concerts and recitals but would be most appropriate during the Holiday season. This selection has been arranged to keep all of the intensity and excitement of the original composition and is suitable for high school and college students but professional musicians would also enjoy playing this selection. Included are a score and a complete set of parts (24 pages). This selection is one of the many arrangements from The Regis Bookshar Trumpet Ensemble's extensive music library which are being made available for the first time.The Nutcracker is an 1892 two-act ballet with a score by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. It has enjoyed enormous popularity since the late 1960's and is performed by countless ballet companies, primarily during the Christmas season, especially in North America. Tchaikovsky's score has become one of his most famous compositions. Some critics have called it astonishingly rich in detailed inspiration and from beginning to end, beautiful, melodious, original and characteristic. The ballet's first complete performance outside Russia took place in England in 1934. The first complete United States performance was on December 24, 1944, by the San Francisco Ballet. It was such an enormous success that the San Francisco Ballet has presented The Nutcracker every Christmas Eve and throughout the winter season, debuting new productions in 1944, 1954, 1967 and 2004. In Salt Lake City, it has been performed every year since 1963. The New York City Ballet gave its first annual performance in 1954. In addition to annual live stagings of the work, many productions have also been televised or released on home video.The Nutcracker continues to be one of Tchaikovsky's most popular compositions and contains some of his most memorable works. Tchaikovsky made a selection of eight of the numbers from the ballet before the ballet's December 1892 premiere, forming The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, and is intended for concert performance. The suite was first performed, under the composer's direction, on March 19, 1892. The suite became instantly popular with almost every number encored at its premiere.Regis Bookshar thought that it would be wonderful if other instrumentalists could also have the opportunity to play some of these wonderful compositions, originally scored for a full orchestra, and has arranged two of the selections, the popular March and the Russian Dance for a wide variety of instrumental ensembles. So, in addition to this version of the March for a Brass Quintet, consisting of 3 Trumpets, 1 French Horn and 1 Trombone, he has made quite a few other arrangements of this selection for various Quintets and Octets and are readily available. If you should decide to purchase this arrangement of the March, I would highly encourage you to also consider purchasing the arrangement of the Russian Dance as well. Scheduling the March followed by the Russian Dance would be a very satisfying addition to any concert or recital. Please take the time to look for other versions of these compositions. You may find something else that might also suit your needs.I would also encourage you to search for other arrangements by Regis Bookshar, as there are numerous selections in a variety of styles, also available for purchase. You may find something else which might interest you. Please continue to check periodically because new arrangements are being added as often as possible. I'm certain that this wonderful arrangement of the March from Tchaikovsky's marvelous holiday favorite, The Nutcracker Suite, will continue to entertain both performers and audiences alike for years to come.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.814519 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Regis Bookshar. Christmas,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and parts. 9 pages. Regis Bookshar #6612841. Published by Regis Bookshar (A0.814519). Brass Quintet - Advanced/Intermediate - Digital Download. This marvelous arrangement of the Russian Dance (Trepak), from Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's extremely popular, The Nutcracker Suite, would be a fabulous addition to any music library and could be performed for concerts and recitals but would be most appropriate during the Holiday season. This selection has been arranged to keep all of the intensity and excitement of the original composition and is suitable for high school and college students but professional musicians would also enjoy playing this selection. Included are a score and a complete set of parts (9 pages). This selection is one of the many arrangements from The Regis Bookshar Trumpet Ensemble's extensive music library which are being made available for the first time.The Nutcracker is an 1892 two-act ballet with a score by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. It has enjoyed enormous popularity since the late 1960's and is performed by countless ballet companies, primarily during the Christmas season, especially in North America. Tchaikovsky's score has become one of his most famous compositions. Some critics have called it astonishingly rich in detailed inspiration and from beginning to end, beautiful, melodious, original and characteristic. The ballet's first complete performance outside Russia took place in England in 1934. The first complete United States performance was on December 24, 1944, by the San Francisco Ballet. It was such an enormous success that the San Francisco Ballet has presented The Nutcracker every Christmas Eve and throughout the winter season, debuting new productions in 1944, 1954, 1967 and 2004. In Salt Lake City, it has been performed every year since 1963. The New York City Ballet gave its first annual performance in 1954. In addition to annual live stagings of the work, many productions have also been televised or released on home video.The Nutcracker continues to be one of Tchaikovsky's most popular compositions and contains some of his most memorable works. Tchaikovsky made a selection of eight of the numbers from the ballet before the ballet's December 1892 premiere, forming The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, and is intended for concert performance. The suite was first performed, under the composer's direction, on March 19, 1892. The suite became instantly popular with almost every number encored at its premiere.Regis Bookshar thought that it would be wonderful if other instrumentalists could also have the opportunity to play some of these wonderful compositions, originally scored for a full orchestra, and has arranged two of the selections, the popular March and the Russian Dance, one of the character dances, based on the traditional Russian and Ukrainian folk dance, Trepak, for a wide variety of instrumental ensembles. So, in addition to this version of the Russian Dance for a Brass Quintet, consisting of 2 Trumpets, 2 French Horns and 1 Trombone, he has made quite a few other arrangements of this selection for various Quintets and Octets and are readily available. If you should decide to purchase this arrangement of the Russian Dance, I would highly encourage you to also consider purchasing the arrangement of the March as well. Scheduling the March followed by the Russian Dance would be a very satisfying addition to any concert or recital. Please take the time to look for other versions of these compositions. You may find something else that might also suit your needs.I would also encourage you to search for other arrangements by Regis Bookshar, as there are numerous selections in a variety of styles, also available for purchase. You may find something else which might interest you. Please continue to check periodically because new arrangements are being added as often as possible. I'm certain that this wonderful arrangement of the Russian Dance from Tchaikovsky's marvelous holiday favorite,

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.814514 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Regis Bookshar. Christmas,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and parts. 43 pages. Regis Bookshar #6612545. Published by Regis Bookshar (A0.814514). Brass Octet - Advanced/Intermediate - Digital Download. This marvelous arrangement of the March from Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's extremely popular, The Nutcracker Suite, would be a fabulous addition to any music library and could be performed for concerts and recitals but would be most appropriate during the Holiday season. This selection has been arranged to keep all of the intensity and excitement of the original composition and is suitable for high school and college students but professional musicians would also enjoy playing this selection. Included are a score and a complete set of parts (43 pages). This selection is one of the many arrangements from The Regis Bookshar Trumpet Ensemble's extensive music library which are being made available for the first time.The Nutcracker is an 1892 two-act ballet with a score by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. It has enjoyed enormous popularity since the late 1960's and is performed by countless ballet companies, primarily during the Christmas season, especially in North America. Tchaikovsky's score has become one of his most famous compositions. Some critics have called it astonishingly rich in detailed inspiration and from beginning to end, beautiful, melodious, original and characteristic. The ballet's first complete performance outside Russia took place in England in 1934. The first complete United States performance was on December 24, 1944, by the San Francisco Ballet. It was such an enormous success that the San Francisco Ballet has presented The Nutcracker every Christmas Eve and throughout the winter season, debuting new productions in 1944, 1954, 1967 and 2004. In Salt Lake City, it has been performed every year since 1963. The New York City Ballet gave its first annual performance in 1954. In addition to annual live stagings of the work, many productions have also been televised or released on home video.The Nutcracker continues to be one of Tchaikovsky's most popular compositions and contains some of his most memorable works. Tchaikovsky made a selection of eight of the numbers from the ballet before the ballet's December 1892 premiere, forming The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, and is intended for concert performance. The suite was first performed, under the composer's direction, on March 19, 1892. The suite became instantly popular with almost every number encored at its premiere.Regis Bookshar thought that it would be wonderful if other instrumentalists could also have the opportunity to play some of these wonderful compositions, originally scored for a full orchestra, and has arranged two of the selections, the popular March and the Russian Dance for a wide variety of instrumental ensembles. So, in addition to this version of the March for a Brass Octet, consisting of 4 Trumpets, 2 French Horns and 2 Trombones, he has made quite a few other arrangements of this selection for various Quintets and Octets and are readily available. If you should decide to purchase this arrangement of the March, I would highly encourage you to also consider purchasing the arrangement of the Russian Dance as well. Scheduling the March followed by the Russian Dance would be a very satisfying addition to any concert or recital. Please take the time to look for other versions of these compositions. You may find something else that might also suit your needs.I would also encourage you to search for other arrangements by Regis Bookshar, as there are numerous selections in a variety of styles, also available for purchase. You may find something else which might interest you. Please continue to check periodically because new arrangements are being added as often as possible. I'm certain that this wonderful arrangement of the March from Tchaikovsky's marvelous holiday favorite, The Nutcracker Suite, will continue to entertain both performers and audiences alike for years to come.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.814525 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Regis Bookshar. Christmas,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and parts. 18 pages. Regis Bookshar #6615133. Published by Regis Bookshar (A0.814525). Brass Octet - Advanced/Intermediate - Digital Download. This marvelous arrangement of the Russian Dance from Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's extremely popular, The Nutcracker Suite, would be a fabulous addition to any music library and could be performed for concerts and recitals but would be most appropriate during the Holiday season. This selection has been arranged to keep all of the intensity and excitement of the original composition and is suitable for high school and college students but professional musicians would also enjoy playing this selection. Included are a score and a complete set of parts (15 pages). This selection is one of the many arrangements from The Regis Bookshar Trumpet Ensemble's extensive music library which are being made available for the first time.The Nutcracker is an 1892 two-act ballet with a score by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. It has enjoyed enormous popularity since the late 1960's and is performed by countless ballet companies, primarily during the Christmas season, especially in North America. Tchaikovsky's score has become one of his most famous compositions. Some critics have called it astonishingly rich in detailed inspiration and from beginning to end, beautiful, melodious, original and characteristic. The ballet's first complete performance outside Russia took place in England in 1934. The first complete United States performance was on December 24, 1944, by the San Francisco Ballet. It was such an enormous success that the San Francisco Ballet has presented The Nutcracker every Christmas Eve and throughout the winter season, debuting new productions in 1944, 1954, 1967 and 2004. In Salt Lake City, it has been performed every year since 1963. The New York City Ballet gave its first annual performance in 1954. In addition to annual live stagings of the work, many productions have also been televised or released on home video.The Nutcracker continues to be one of Tchaikovsky's most popular compositions and contains some of his most memorable works. Tchaikovsky made a selection of eight of the numbers from the ballet before the ballet's December 1892 premiere, forming The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, and is intended for concert performance. The suite was first performed, under the composer's direction, on March 19, 1892. The suite became instantly popular with almost every number encored at its premiere.Regis Bookshar thought that it would be wonderful if other instrumentalists could also have the opportunity to play some of these wonderful compositions, originally scored for a full orchestra, and has arranged two of the selections, the popular March and the Russian Dance, one of the character dances, based on the Russian and Ukrainian folk dance, Trepak, for a wide variety of instrumental ensembles. So, in addition to this version of the Russian Dance, for a Brass Octet, consisting of 4 Trumpets, 2 French Horns and 2 Trombones, he has made quite a few other arrangements of this selection for various Quintets and Octets and are readily available. If you should decide to purchase this arrangement of the Russian Dance, I would highly encourage you to also consider purchasing the arrangement of the March as well. Scheduling the March followed by the Russian Dance would be a very satisfying addition to any concert or recital. Please take the time to look for other versions of these compositions. You may find something else that might also suit your needs.I would also encourage you to search for other arrangements by Regis Bookshar, as there are numerous selections in a variety of styles, also available for purchase. You may find something else which might interest you. Please continue to check periodically because new arrangements are being added as often as possible. I'm certain that this wonderful arrangement of the Russian Dance from Tchaikovsky's marvelous holiday favorite, The Nutcracker Suite, will.