LEROY ANDERSON - THE IRISH WASHERWOMAN (FOM THE IRISH SUITE)

SKU: AP.35387S

UPC: 038081409412. English. Setting by Leroy Anderson.

The Irish Suite, by the dean of American light music, Leroy Anderson (1908--1975), is one of the most enduring and endearing works in the repertoire. Drawn from familiar Irish folk tunes, its six movements present a rich musical palette brimming with color and fresh invention. This medley of highlights from the suite draws from thematic material found in each of the movements. Engaging and pure fun! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: BP.HB569

UPC: 748769305690.

For 4 to 6 octave handbell choir and optional 4 or 5 octaves of handchimes. Rated level 5. Certainly not for the faint of heart, this handbell arrangement of Leroy Anderson's version of The Irish Washerwoman will excite your audiences and challenge your ringers in practically every way possible! Chromatics -- and therefore bell changes -- abound, and the lively tempo only increases as the piece progresses. On top of that, competing melodic lines in different registers require great attention to matters of balance, lest parts of the tune get lost. A rollicking good time for all involved!