In tribute to Ralph Vaughan Williams, Robert Smith?s second movement of the Vaughan Williams Suite is entitled Greensleeves: A Fantasia for Band. Beginning with a lyric solo statement by the flute, the compellingly beautiful melody is explored using the unique timbres of the contemporary concert band. The first movement, Wassail, is also available as item (00-24758). This title is available through SmartMusic.
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