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Par DEL BORGO ELLIOT. Interesting counterpoint brings the minor key 'Ballad of John Riley' to your band with style. Allowing for some good melodic playing from the tenor instruments (Trombone, F Horn, Tenor Saxophone) and later including the Bass Instruments in the melody, each section is important in this treatment of the somber folk tune. Great vehicle for studying phrasing and controlled performance at this level! / Niveau : 2 / Musique pour célébration / Répertoire / Concert Band

The title Ex Tribus Fontis (Latin for ?from three sources?) refers to the three sources of inspiration that were used for this composition. The legend of Saint Donatus, patron saint of the commissioning band describes how he and his soldiers prayed to God during a losing battle, the result of which being a thunderstorm which annihilated the Teutonic opponents. This three movement piece is extremely impressive and very much suitable for both concerts and contests.