After an ominous opening, The Falcon Ascending takes flight with a blazing syncopated theme that alternates between 3/4 and 2/4. A brief, lush chorale section contrasts the joyride that bookends it, with the piece finishing with the thrilling flight that…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Alexander Safford
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This delightfully rollicking Grainger tune has been masterfully set for wind band by Gary Gackstatter, freely tossing the melodies around the ensemble and remaining true to Grainger's quirky & descriptive style markings.Program NotesPercy Grainger's great…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter, Grainger
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
An air with a ‘Music Hall’ flavor embodying the London blend of gaiety with wistfulness so familiar in the performances of George Grossmith, Jr., and other vaudeville artists.Program NotesTune in a Popular London Style was “An attempt to write an air with a ‘…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Grainger, B. Kopetz
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications