Score & parts. Composed by Armas Jarnefelt. Arranged by Robert J. Ambrose. Classical. Score and parts. Fennica Gehrman #55011-580-4. Published by Fennica Gehrman (FG.55011-580-4).
The strong voice of Finnish national romanticism Armas Jarnefelt (1869-1958) composed his jubilant Festouverture (Festive Overture) for the official opening of the Finnish National Theatre on 9 April 1902 Robert J. Ambrose's transcription follows the tradition and makes this excellent work available for band platform. The work is well suited as a concert opener. The overture is a grade 4 work.
