Grade 3 SKU: CL.012-1798-01
Composed by Sheldon. Concert Band. Bach Series arranged by Alfred Reed. Audio recording available separately (items CL.WFR324 & CL.WFR195). Extra full score. Composed 1985. Duration 6 minutes, 30 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-1798-01. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-1798-01). A magnificent contest overture combining sensitive scoring with memorable melodies. The opening fanfare and processional leads to an andante section featuring lyrical solo passages that are not technically demanding. A variation of the opening theme brings the band to a powerful and triumphant conclusion.
About Bach Series arranged by Alfred Reed
Masterful settings for concert band by the venerable Alfred Reed, these works have been scored to achieve richness and beauty without detracting from the textural construction created by Bach himself. Marvelous educational and program material!
