Orchestral Excerpts S.Cl (WAGNER)

SKU: CY.CC2484

This collection of orchestral excerpts from Der Ring des Nibelungen by Stephen Fissel represents some of the major portions of this great music that Richard Wagner composed for low brass. The selection of these excerpts comes from Mr. Fissel's own experience in preparing and performing the Ring Cycle with Seattle Opera. In conjunction with Ring performances in Seattle, he and his colleagues would often rehearse these sections and present them in a concert along with commentary to explain their importance, either elucidating a musical aspect or an element of plot narrative, or from the standpoint of the development of the low brass instruments of the orchestra.

For the serious orchestral low brass performer, Mr. Fissel's compilation is a wonderful way to experience the highlights of Wagner's operatic genius embodied in the four Ring Cycle operas: Das Rheingold, Die Walkyrie, Siegfried and Gotterdammerung.

There are 22 major excerpts from the four operas for Bass Trumpet (part supplied for original keys and transposed version in C or may be played by a Tenor Trombone), 2 Tenor Trombones, Bass Trombone, Contrabass Trombone (can be performed on a Bass Trombone as well), Tuba and a coil bound full score.

Included in the 22 excerpt Fissel compilation are the following famous excerpts: Ride of the Walkyrie, Entrance of the Gods into Valhalla, Wotan's Farewell, Dragon Scene from Siegfried, Siegfried's Rhine Journey, Siegfried's Funeral Music and Walhalla, Spear and Immolation Scene (finale).

SKU: CL.012-4470-75

This stunning transcription of one of Wagner's finest orchestral excerpts is a vibrant showpiece for concert band! The Prelude to Act III of Lohengrin is one of the most famous works from operatic repertoires, and Donald Patterson's magnificent arrangement captures all of the brilliance and power of the original score. Includes a choice of two endings. Mature bands will astonish audiences with this marvelous work. A tour-de-force for experienced bands!

About Gems of the Concert Band

A series of transcriptions and other works in varying styles, representative of the programming of the Great American Classic Concert Band era of a century ago, as exemplified by John Phillip Sousa, Edwin Franko Goldman, Karl L. King, and Leonard B. Smith

SKU: CL.012-4470-01

This stunning transcription of one of Wagner's finest orchestral excerpts is a vibrant showpiece for concert band! The Prelude to Act III of Lohengrin is one of the most famous works from operatic repertoires, and Donald Patterson's magnificent arrangement captures all of the brilliance and power of the original score. Includes a choice of two endings. Mature bands will astonish audiences with this marvelous work. A tour-de-force for experienced bands!

About Gems of the Concert Band

A series of transcriptions and other works in varying styles, representative of the programming of the Great American Classic Concert Band era of a century ago, as exemplified by John Phillip Sousa, Edwin Franko Goldman, Karl L. King, and Leonard B. Smith

SKU: CL.012-4470-00

This stunning transcription of one of Wagner's finest orchestral excerpts is a vibrant showpiece for concert band! The Prelude to Act III of Lohengrin is one of the most famous works from operatic repertoires, and Donald Patterson's magnificent arrangement captures all of the brilliance and power of the original score. Includes a choice of two endings. Mature bands will astonish audiences with this marvelous work. A tour-de-force for experienced bands!

About Gems of the Concert Band

A series of transcriptions and other works in varying styles, representative of the programming of the Great American Classic Concert Band era of a century ago, as exemplified by John Phillip Sousa, Edwin Franko Goldman, Karl L. King, and Leonard B. Smith

SKU: AP.48046

UPC: 038081550831. English.

Scored in authentic Classical style by Douglas E. Wagner, excerpts from A Little Night Music, The Marriage of Figaro, and The Magic Flute cleverly intertwine with the traditional nursery tunes, Jack and Jill, Three Blind Mice, and Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star. Mozart and Company is not difficult to put together and is full of teachable moments. (2:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.50908

ISBN 9781470666941. UPC: 038081585550. English.

A true classic of the concert band repertoire, the upper-end transcription of this excerpt from Czech composer Jaromír Weinberger's folk opera Schwanda the Bagpiper has appeared on countless concert programs and contest lists for the past nine decades. At long last, this cheerful work is available in a solid scoring for younger players, expanding its appeal to many more ensembles and audiences. Arranged from the original orchestral score, all parameters of this level have been observed for ease of preparation. (2:00).

SKU: AP.38391S

UPC: 038081430195. English.

This familiar instrumental excerpt from Campra's opera, Idoménée, is a natural confidence builder for young players. Beginning with a simple ostinato in the low strings, the arrangement flows gracefully into the main theme. This theme occurs three times in the work, each time exactly as the first, thereby saving rehearsal minutes and hastening the learning process. A perfect first ensemble piece! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.50908S

ISBN 9781470666958. UPC: 038081585567. English.

A true classic of the concert band repertoire, the upper-end transcription of this excerpt from Czech composer Jaromír Weinberger's folk opera Schwanda the Bagpiper has appeared on countless concert programs and contest lists for the past nine decades. At long last, this cheerful work is available in a solid scoring for younger players, expanding its appeal to many more ensembles and audiences. Arranged from the original orchestral score, all parameters of this level have been observed for ease of preparation. (2:00).