Irish

Consisting of three Celtic-infused melodies, Irish features three contrasting sections - a nostalgic & heartfelt ballad, a rollicking & energetic jig, and a quick toe-tapping reel.

Program Notes

Irish consists of three original melodies created in the style and spirit of traditional Irish music. It opens with a nostalgic, heartfelt melody in the woodwinds accompanied by low brass. This is followed by an energetic Jig, a traditional Irish dance in 6/8 time, that is introduced by flutes and oboes. The third theme, announced by trumpets, is a faster Irish dance in 4/4 called a Reel. As the Reel develops, it is joined by the opening melody in the brass. The two themes coalesce to create the final climax of the work.

Grade Level: 3
Copyright: 2014
Number of Players: Standard
Duration: 4:30
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Programming: Multicultural; Popular
Category: Concert Band

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Instrumentation

Piccolo
Flute 1/2
Oboe 1/2
Bassoon 1/2
Clarinet 1/2
Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone 1/2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone

Trumpet 1/2/3/4
F Horn 1/2
Trombone 1/2/3
Baritone
(TC Baritone)
Tuba

Xylophone
Marimba
Timpani (3 drums)
Snare Drum
Crash Cymbals & Bass Drum
Tambourine