SKU: A0.813437

Canon (Pachelbel) (Bb) (Brass Octet - 3 Trp, 2 Hrn, 2 Trb, 1 Tuba) (3 Trp lead) - Advanced/Intermediate - Digital Download. This selection, Johann Pachelbel's celebrated Canon, is perhaps the most famous canon ever written and has been one of my favorite compositions to arrange. A canon is a polyphonic device in which several voices play the same music, entering in sequence. Pachelbel's Canon, was originally written in the key of D Major and was scored for three violins arranged in canon, accompanied by a basso continuo which repeats the same harmonic progression throughout the entire piece. The common musical term for this is ostinato or ground bass. Regis Bookshar has now arranged this music for a Brass Octet consisting of 3 Trumpets, 2 French Horns, 2 Trombones and 1 Tuba. Three Trumpets play the melody in canon while the ostinato accompaniment is played by the other five instruments. This arrangement is suitable for high school and college students but could also be performed by professional performers. It is perfect for concerts and church services, especially for Weddings, but could be performed for any occasion. Included are a score and a complete set of parts (36 pages). This version is written in the key of Bb Major, to make it a little easier for some younger performers, but another version is also available in the key of D Major if you would prefer. Other versions of Pachelbel's Canon have also been arranged by Regis Bookshar and are available for a wide variety of instrumental Quintets and Octets, in both the keys of D Major and Bb Major. I think that String players would probably prefer to play the versions in the key of D Major while the Brass and Woodwind musicians might prefer to play the Bb Major versions. I hope you take the time to compare the different versions to find the right version for you. To help you decide which version, or versions, you may want to choose, I have included several musical samples for you to listen to and to hear what these arrangements may sound like and so that you may compare the various arrangements. Also, just to let you know, the Octets written in the key of Bb Major have full-length recordings while the Octets in D Major and all Quintets have only the first 25 measures, or so, available to hear. Please feel free to search for other arrangements by Regis Bookshar which are also available. There are quite a few other arrangements in a variety of styles and I'm certain you will find something else which might interest you as well. Please keep checking because I plan to continue to add new arrangements as often as I can. I'm certain that this exciting arrangement of Pachelbel's Canon will be a challenge to some performers but will continue to entertain both performers and audiences alike for years to come.

SKU: A0.813484

Canon In D (Pachelbel) (D) (Brass Octet - 3 Trp, 2 Hrn, 2 Trb, 1 Tuba) (3 Trp lead) - Advanced/Intermediate - Digital Download. This selection, Johann Pachelbel's celebrated Canon In D, is perhaps the most famous canon ever written and has been one of my favorite compositions to arrange. A canon is a polyphonic device in which several voices play the same music, entering in sequence. Pachelbel's Canon In D, was originally written in the key of D Major and was scored for three violins arranged in canon, accompanied by a basso continuo which repeats the same harmonic progression throughout the entire piece. The common musical term for this is ostinato or ground bass. Regis Bookshar has now arranged this music for a Brass Octet consisting of 3 Trumpets, 2 French Horns, 2 Trombones and 1 Tuba. Three Trumpets play the melody in canon while the ostinato accompaniment is played by the other five instruments. This arrangement is suitable for high school and college students but could also be performed by professional performers. It is perfect for concerts and church services, especially for Weddings, but could be performed for any occasion. Included are a score and a complete set of parts (36 pages). This version is written in the key of D Major, as is the original version, but, if you prefer, another version, written in the key of Bb Major, to make it a little easier for some younger performers, is also available. Other versions of Pachelbel's Canon in D have also been arranged by Regis Bookshar and are available for a wide variety of instrumental Quintets and Octets, in both the keys of D Major and Bb Major. I think that String players would probably prefer to play the versions in the key of D Major while the Brass and Woodwind musicians might prefer to play the Bb Major versions. I hope you take the time to compare the different versions to find the right version for you. To help you decide which version, or versions, you may want to choose, I have included several musical samples for you to listen to and to hear what these arrangements may sound like and so that you may compare the various arrangements. Also, just to let you know, the Octets written in the key of Bb Major have full-length recordings while the Octets in D Major and all Quintets have only the first 25 measures, or so, available to hear. Please feel free to search for other arrangements by Regis Bookshar which are also available. There are quite a few other arrangements in a variety of styles and I'm certain you will find something else which might interest you as well. Please keep checking because I plan to continue to add new arrangements as often as I can. I'm certain that this exciting arrangement of Pachelbel's Canon in D will be a challenge to some performers but will continue to entertain both performers and audiences alike for years to come.

SKU: A0.740243

A must-have for every brass quintet library. This is not a selection of extracts or excerpts, this arrangement is a carefully crafted abridgment, offering all the charm and grandeur of the original Symphony. All four movements demand enormous performing resources from the entire quintet.  However, it is totally playable and scored to be idiomatic for brass instruments. Play one movement, or play them all. The arrangement was written for C Trumpets, but it  comes with alternate B-flat parts and suggestions for doubling on Flugelhorn and Piccolo. Get your Mahler! Performance time, 24:00. Published by Dorm 40 Music, www.dorm40music.com.

SKU: A0.1162832

Jazzified Bach Invention #1for Brass Trio
Adapted for Brass Trio and Rhythm Section
Trio: Trumpet, French Horn and Trombone
Optional Rhythm Section: Piano, Bass and Drum Kit

Piano: This part may be played on a variety of chord instruments, such as; vibraphone,
electric piano, organ, guitar etc. The chord voicing are only suggestions and may be
changed to suit the performance. 
Bass: The part may also be played on a variety of basses, such as; acoustic, electric,
etc. The walking bass line is only a suggestion and may be changed to suit the
performance. 
Drum Kit:  This part may be played on a variety of percussion instruments, such as;  congas, bongos, cajon drum box, etc.

SKU: A0.1111546

Arranged for Brass Quintet comprising Trumpet 1 &2 (Bb Cornet/Flugel Horn), F Horn, Trombone/Euphonium and Bass. There are alternative parts for Eb Horn (F Horn), Bb Horn (for use by Bb Trom/Euph), Bb Trombone/Euphonium in Treble and Bass Clef, Eb and Bb Bass in Treble and Bass Clef. A lovely Spanish Waltz to add to your quintet’s repertoire. Also great for teachers of groups of like instruments and school ensembles. Please Note: This title is published for Brass Quartet and Brass Quintet. The parts are not interchangeable and can be differentiated by looking at bottom left-hand corner.

SKU: A0.739481

JB Dykes' famous hymn tune Nicaea is associated with the words

Holy, holy, holy Lord God Almighty, Early in the morning our song shall rise to thee...

This arrangement will be useful to accompany congregational or choral singing as it is in suitable keys or it can be used as a purely instrumental piece. After a short introduction the tune is presented simply - a key change before the final verse leads to a majestic presentation of the tune with an effective descant.

A full set contains a score and a set of parts (with permission to copy to suit your own requirements) for the following instruments:

Trumpet 1 in Bb

Trumpet 2 in Bb

Horn in F

Trombone 

Tuba

Percussion (Optional)

Organ/Keyboard (Optional)