Mark Hayes's stately and majestic setting of this patriotic favorite is truly inspiring and not to be missed! Both the men and women are featured separately on the verses, and the "a cappella" treatment of the lush, choral sonorities in the fourth verse is absolutely stunning. Equally effective in both secular and sacred arenas. Instrumentation: Piccolo, 3 Flutes, 2 Oboes, 3 Clarinets, Bassoon, 2 Alto Saxes, 2 Tenor Saxes, Bari Sax, 3 Trumpets, 2 Horns, 3 Trombones, 2 Baritone TC, 2 Baritone BC, Tuba, Timpani, Pitched Percussion, Non-Pitched Percussion. |
