Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1416462 By Joe Hisaishi. By Jou Hisaishi. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Film/TV. 9 pages. Glauco Fernandes #998142. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1416462). Discover the enchanting beauty of Ask Me Why (Mother's Message), the captivating soundtrack from Hayao Miyazaki's The Boy and The Heron, an animated masterpiece that has won the hearts of the world and the Oscar for Best Animation in 2024. Composed by the renowned Joe Hisaishi, this piece encapsulates the magic, mystery, and emotion that permeate the film, offering an auditory experience as profound as the narrative itself.Our score features an exclusive chamber music arrangement, skillfully adapted to be accessible to musicians of various skill levels, from beginning students to experienced teachers and professionals. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to maintain the integrity and spirit of Hisaishi's original composition, ensuring that musicians of all ages and abilities can experience the joy of bringing this moving piece to life.Ideal for classroom performances, concerts, recitals, or even personal practice, this arrangement not only enriches the repertoire of students and educators but also provides professional musicians with a charming and easy-to-prepare piece to add to their event repertoire. It's a perfect way to capture your audience's imagination, whether in an educational setting or on a broader stage.Furthermore, Ask Me Why (Mother's Message) serves as an excellent pedagogical tool, encouraging students to explore themes of musical storytelling, emotional expression, and instrumental technique, all while enjoying the opportunity to connect with a contemporary piece of music that is already considered a classic.Don't miss the chance to dive into the lyrical and emotional universe of The Boy and The Heron through this exclusive arrangement. Whether you're an educator looking to inspire your students, a student seeking to expand your repertoire, or a professional in search of a memorable piece for your performances, Ask Me Why (Mother's Message) promises to touch hearts and awaken imaginations.Tags: Hayao Miyazaki, The Boy and The Heron, Oscar 2024, Joe Hisaishi, chamber music, easy sheet music, music education, professional arrangement, animated music, instrumental practice, event repertoire, musical storytelling, emotional expression, Piano.

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1416456 By Joe Hisaishi. By Jou Hisaishi. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Film/TV. 9 pages. Glauco Fernandes #998136. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1416456). Discover the enchanting beauty of Ask Me Why (Mother's Message), the captivating soundtrack from Hayao Miyazaki's The Boy and The Heron, an animated masterpiece that has won the hearts of the world and the Oscar for Best Animation in 2024. Composed by the renowned Joe Hisaishi, this piece encapsulates the magic, mystery, and emotion that permeate the film, offering an auditory experience as profound as the narrative itself.Our score features an exclusive chamber music arrangement, skillfully adapted to be accessible to musicians of various skill levels, from beginning students to experienced teachers and professionals. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to maintain the integrity and spirit of Hisaishi's original composition, ensuring that musicians of all ages and abilities can experience the joy of bringing this moving piece to life.Ideal for classroom performances, concerts, recitals, or even personal practice, this arrangement not only enriches the repertoire of students and educators but also provides professional musicians with a charming and easy-to-prepare piece to add to their event repertoire. It's a perfect way to capture your audience's imagination, whether in an educational setting or on a broader stage.Furthermore, Ask Me Why (Mother's Message) serves as an excellent pedagogical tool, encouraging students to explore themes of musical storytelling, emotional expression, and instrumental technique, all while enjoying the opportunity to connect with a contemporary piece of music that is already considered a classic.Don't miss the chance to dive into the lyrical and emotional universe of The Boy and The Heron through this exclusive arrangement. Whether you're an educator looking to inspire your students, a student seeking to expand your repertoire, or a professional in search of a memorable piece for your performances, Ask Me Why (Mother's Message) promises to touch hearts and awaken imaginations.Tags: Hayao Miyazaki, The Boy and The Heron, Oscar 2024, Joe Hisaishi, chamber music, easy sheet music, music education, professional arrangement, animated music, instrumental practice, event repertoire, musical storytelling, emotional expression, Piano.

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1416486 By Joe Hisaishi. By Jou Hisaishi. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Film/TV. 8 pages. Glauco Fernandes #998164. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1416486). Discover the enchanting beauty of Ask Me Why (Mother's Message), the captivating soundtrack from Hayao Miyazaki's The Boy and The Heron, an animated masterpiece that has won the hearts of the world and the Oscar for Best Animation in 2024. Composed by the renowned Joe Hisaishi, this piece encapsulates the magic, mystery, and emotion that permeate the film, offering an auditory experience as profound as the narrative itself.Our score features an exclusive chamber music arrangement, skillfully adapted to be accessible to musicians of various skill levels, from beginning students to experienced teachers and professionals. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to maintain the integrity and spirit of Hisaishi's original composition, ensuring that musicians of all ages and abilities can experience the joy of bringing this moving piece to life.Ideal for classroom performances, concerts, recitals, or even personal practice, this arrangement not only enriches the repertoire of students and educators but also provides professional musicians with a charming and easy-to-prepare piece to add to their event repertoire. It's a perfect way to capture your audience's imagination, whether in an educational setting or on a broader stage.Furthermore, Ask Me Why (Mother's Message) serves as an excellent pedagogical tool, encouraging students to explore themes of musical storytelling, emotional expression, and instrumental technique, all while enjoying the opportunity to connect with a contemporary piece of music that is already considered a classic.Don't miss the chance to dive into the lyrical and emotional universe of The Boy and The Heron through this exclusive arrangement. Whether you're an educator looking to inspire your students, a student seeking to expand your repertoire, or a professional in search of a memorable piece for your performances, Ask Me Why (Mother's Message) promises to touch hearts and awaken imaginations.Tags: Hayao Miyazaki, The Boy and The Heron, Oscar 2024, Joe Hisaishi, chamber music, easy sheet music, music education, professional arrangement, animated music, instrumental practice, event repertoire, musical storytelling, emotional expression, Piano.

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1416467 By Joe Hisaishi. By Jou Hisaishi. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Film/TV. 8 pages. Glauco Fernandes #998147. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1416467). Discover the enchanting beauty of Ask Me Why (Mother's Message), the captivating soundtrack from Hayao Miyazaki's The Boy and The Heron, an animated masterpiece that has won the hearts of the world and the Oscar for Best Animation in 2024. Composed by the renowned Joe Hisaishi, this piece encapsulates the magic, mystery, and emotion that permeate the film, offering an auditory experience as profound as the narrative itself.Our score features an exclusive chamber music arrangement, skillfully adapted to be accessible to musicians of various skill levels, from beginning students to experienced teachers and professionals. This arrangement has been carefully crafted to maintain the integrity and spirit of Hisaishi's original composition, ensuring that musicians of all ages and abilities can experience the joy of bringing this moving piece to life.Ideal for classroom performances, concerts, recitals, or even personal practice, this arrangement not only enriches the repertoire of students and educators but also provides professional musicians with a charming and easy-to-prepare piece to add to their event repertoire. It's a perfect way to capture your audience's imagination, whether in an educational setting or on a broader stage.Furthermore, Ask Me Why (Mother's Message) serves as an excellent pedagogical tool, encouraging students to explore themes of musical storytelling, emotional expression, and instrumental technique, all while enjoying the opportunity to connect with a contemporary piece of music that is already considered a classic.Don't miss the chance to dive into the lyrical and emotional universe of The Boy and The Heron through this exclusive arrangement. Whether you're an educator looking to inspire your students, a student seeking to expand your repertoire, or a professional in search of a memorable piece for your performances, Ask Me Why (Mother's Message) promises to touch hearts and awaken imaginations.Tags: Hayao Miyazaki, The Boy and The Heron, Oscar 2024, Joe Hisaishi, chamber music, easy sheet music, music education, professional arrangement, animated music, instrumental practice, event repertoire, musical storytelling, emotional expression, Piano.

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 Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.524163 Composed by Gustav Holst and Christina Rossetti. Arranged by John A. Dempsey. Celtic,Christian,Christmas,Holiday,Irish,Sacred. Score and parts. 15 pages. John A. Dempsey #4848297. Published by John A. Dempsey (A0.524163). 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.  This snowy, atmospheric music is arranged as a brass trio (Bb trumpet, French horn and trombone) and recommended for Christmas concerts and holiday recitals as well as traditional Christmas church services and other seasonal worship events, including Christmas plays, pageants and programs.  Suggested worship uses: a prelude, postlude, an offertory, interlude, Christmas play overture, silent prayer accompaniment and special music.  11 pages of music (that includes the score and separate two-page parts for each brass instrument).  Concert Key: F major.  Trumpet Key: G major.  French Horn Key: C major.  Trombone Key: F major.

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1294188 By William Henry Borrow. By William Henry Borrow. Arranged by Andrew Lamb. Christmas. 17 pages. Andrew Lamb #884613. Published by Andrew Lamb (A0.1294188). Introducing this arrangement of Slowly Fall the Snowflakes by English composer William Henry Borrow, meticulously crafted for Brass Quartet. Originally composed as a heartwarming Christmas Carol, Borrow's timeless melody has been thoughtfully adapted for your ensemble, making it a delightful addition to your holiday repertoire.This arrangement features the classic combination of 2 Trumpets, a French Horn, and a Trombone, allowing your quartet to create a warm and festive atmosphere. But that's not all – for added versatility, we've included alternative parts to cater to your ensemble's unique lineup. Swap out the French Horn for a Tenor Horn, and the Trombone's bass clef can be replaced with an Euphonium part in treble clef, ensuring that this arrangement can be enjoyed by a wide range of brass ensembles.With a level of difficulty rated as Easy, this arrangement is accessible to both intermediate and advanced musicians. Whether you're seasoned performers or just starting to explore the world of brass music, this piece offers a delightful challenge that will unite your ensemble in the joy of creating music.Ideal for Christmas performances, holiday concerts, or church services, this arrangement of Slowly Fall the Snowflakes will infuse your event with a sense of timeless wonder. Transport your audience to a cozy winter scene with the evocative melodies of this Christmas classic, expertly tailored to your brass quartet.Capture the spirit of the season and let your brass quartet shine with this arrangement of Slowly Fall the Snowflakes. Embrace the magic of Christmas, and bring this beloved carol to life with the resounding warmth of brass instruments.

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1357957 Composed by Reverend John Bacchus Dykes. Arranged by Scott S. Stewart. 19th Century,Christian,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred. 16 pages. Scott S. Stewart #942465. Published by Scott S. Stewart (A0.1357957). “Eternal Father, Strong to Save�, (The Navy Hymn) penned by Anglican Churchman and poet William Whiting in 1860, was inspired by Psalm 107, which describes the power and dangers of the sea.  The tune, Melita, was composed by clergyman John Bacchus Dykes in 1861.  This hymn, popularized by the Royal Navy and the United States Navy in the 19th century, has since been adopted by other armed services for official use.  Today it stands as one of the most famous hymns in Christendom.  This arrangement is scored for brass quartet (trumpets 1 & 2, French horn (or trombone), and trombone.  This song can be programmed on many a different concert – be it church, school auditorium, or concert hall.  Performance time: 4.10+-.

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1242925 By Stephen DeCesare. By Traditional. Arranged by Stephen DeCesare. Advent,Christian,Praise & Worship,Sacred,Standards. 19 pages. Exultet Music #837977. Published by Exultet Music (A0.1242925). Two of the most widely used hymns for the season of Advent have joined together as one anthem and scored for a Brass Quartet (Bb-Trumpet (2), French Horn, Trombone) with Piano accompaniment.  Accessible and appropriate for any church setting.  An accompaniment track is also available.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1151377 Composed by Andrew Charles Naylor and Roma Connie Waterman. Arranged by Michael Dotterer. Christmas,Contemporary,Film/TV,Holiday,Praise & Worship. Score and parts. 10 pages. Michael Dotterer #751564. Published by Michael Dotterer (A0.1151377). When the River Meets the Sea from John Denver & The Muppets: A Christmas Together Words and Music by Paul Williams. Arranged for Brass Quartet by Michael Dotterer. Includes: Score, Trumpet 1&2, Horn in F, Trombone, & an alternate Trombone 1 (instead of Horn in F) This arrangement can also be played as part of a larger medley of songs from the John Denver & The Muppets: A Christmas Together including this, “Christmas is Coming� and “Little St. Nick�. Visit hampton-brass.com/medleys for more information.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.523751 Composed by Traditional Irish Melody. Arranged by John A. Dempsey. Celtic,Christmas,Irish,Multicultural,Sacred,Spiritual,World. Score and parts. 20 pages. John A. Dempsey #3873677. Published by John A. Dempsey (A0.523751). Also known as Good People All, This Christmas Time and Carul Loch Garman, this traditional Irish Christmas carol has a hauntingly beautiful melody that dates back to the 12th century.  A Celtic-flavored celebration of the Nativity, this brass quartet for two Bb trumpets, horn in F and trombone is recommended for Christmas plays, pageants and programs as well as traditional Christmas church services and other seasonal worship events, as a prelude, postlude, an offertory, interlude, Christmas play overture and special music.   Also makes an elegant, moving selection for holiday recitals and Christmas concerts.  16 pages of music (that includes the score and separate two-page pullout parts for trumpet 1, trumpet 2, French horn and trombone).  Concert Key: Eb major.  Trumpet Key: F major.  Horn Key: Bb major.  Trombone Key: Eb major.

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.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.814521 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Regis Bookshar. Christmas,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. Score and parts. 9 pages. Regis Bookshar #6612851. Published by Regis Bookshar (A0.814521). 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 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 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.

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: A0.814519 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,