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Along with William Byrd and John Bull, Giles Farnaby is considered one
  the great English virginalists, his best known works being included in the
  iconic Fitzwilliam Virginal Book.  
  This suite contains six of his charming and descriptive short pieces
  from that famous collection, expertly arranged for brass trio.  Farnaby's Dream, His Rest, and His Humor
  are three of the six keyboard vignettes that comprise this delightful suite that
  expands the slim brass trio repertoire.  
  Duration 5:45

Six Fancies

Brass Trio

Based on the famous Martin Luther Reformation hymn tune, Bach's Cantata
  80 opens with a stirring chorus of contrapuntal genius that adapts perfectly
  to brass quintet.  This was the first
  of Bach's cantatas to be published after his death, and the magnificent
  opening chorus makes an ideal brass vehicle for church use.   Duration: 3:05

A Mighty Fortress is Our God

Brass Quintet

The Renaissance period provides modern brass players with a treasure trove of early music.  William Byrd was one the greatest composer of this period and wrote in many forms, including much polyphonic keyboard and consort music.  His works from this repertoire work well for brass and this group of three dances is perfect for brass quartet.  Consisting of the popular tune ‘Callino Casturame’, the famous ‘The Earle of Salisbury’ pavan, and a complimentary Galiarda, these three Byrd works capture the essence of early dance music.  Catchy melodies, lush harmony, and abundant contrapuntal lines are featured throughout.  Scored for two trumpets and two trombones (or euphoniums), a French horn substitute part for first trombone is also provided.

Three Renaissance Dances

Brass Quartet

Explore the elegant contours of Domenico Scarlatti's Sonata K380 in this exquisite arrangement by Charles Evans. This classical piece has been skillfully adapted, maintaining the original's sophisticated charm while introducing a fresh perspective. Perfect for recitals and performances, it invites musicians to indulge in a timeless musical conversation. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Sonata K380

Long a standard French carol, this tune was also featured by Bizet in
  'l'Arlesienne' which helped further spread its popularity.  Some scholars think the tune goes back as
  far as the 13th century.  The text
  celebrates the Epiphany and the Wise Men and this arrangement features a bold
  treatment of the sturdy theme. 
  Duration: 2:13

March of the Kings

In 1906, the composer Gustav Holst composed a setting of Christina
  Rossetti's poem, commonly performed as Christmas carol, in The English Hymnal
  which is sung throughout the world. In this version for brass quintet the
  contemplative nature of the tune is preserved and enhanced by more modern
  harmonies, culminating in a introspective final verse and ending.  Duration: 2:38.

In the Bleak Mid-Winter

'Espani Cani' (or 'Spanish Gypsy Dance') is one of most recognizable
  Spanish songs in the world and is widely popular.   This arrangement for brass has a bravura
  opening trumpet fanfare followed by eight bars of arguably the most famous
  Spanish musical snippet ever written (often heard at baseball games), then
  takes up the stirring pasodoble melodies that make this tune so famous.   This arrangement is great fun to play, and
  also contains an optional drum set part that adds  Spanish flair to the mix.  Duration: 
  3:30

España cañi

Anthony Holborne's dance tunes have long been a favorite of early music enthusiasts.   Held in the highest regard by his contemporaries, Holborne's music is ready made for the modern day brass quintet whose audiences find his pavan-galliard-allemande combinations hard to resist.  This sparkling five movement dance collection is a perfect choice for quintets that like to include a bit of Renaissance flair in their concert programs.  Duration:   7:45

Elizabethan Suite

Louis Lewandowski was a Polish-Jewish composer who contributed greatly to
  the liturgy of the Synagogue Service. His most famous works were composed
  during his tenure as musical director at the Neue Synagoge in Berlin and his
  melodies form a substantial part of synagogue services around the world
  today.   His concise 'Hallelujah' (or
  Psalm 150) is a celebratory work that makes an ideal processional or
  recessional piece for brass quartet. 
  Scored for two trumpets and two trombones, and a French horn
  substitute part for the first trombone is also provided. Duration: 2:30

Hallelujah (Psalm 150)

This traditional German carol with roots prior to the 17 century has
  endured as a Christmas favorite in the 20th and 21st centuries, even covered
  by artists such at Mannheim Steamroller and Linda Ronstat.  This arrangement takes the form a choral
  prelude, opening with a simple, elegant statement of the theme, followed by
  two verses featuring breath-taking trumpet and tuba obligatos, and
  culminating with the familiar Praetorious harmonization in a chorale-like
  finale.  Duration: 3:15

Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming

Brass quartets looking for useful wedding music will want to consider
  these two arias.  'Bist du bei mir',
  which appeared in the Anna Magdalena Notebook, is a perennial favorite and
  this lyrical setting for brass is ideal for the wedding ceremony as prelude
  or special music.  'Der Herr segne euch
  je kehr und mehr' (May the Lord bless you more and more) is from BWV 196 (the
  Wedding Cantata) by Bach, and this spritely aria makes a perfect benediction
  or postlude. Scoring is for two trumpets, tenor trombone (or horn in F) and
  bass trombone.  Duration: 4:00

Two Wedding Arias

German carols feature some of the most enduring Christmas melodies ever written.  This suite of three traditional carols for brass quintet celebrates that holiday tradition in fine fashion.  ‘O Tannenbaum (O Christmas Tree)’ is a familiar favorite based on the centuries-old sturdy melody and showcases majestic brass writing.   ‘Kommet Ihr Hirten (Come, All Ye Shepherds)’ is a lilting Bohemian carol reflecting the elements of the nativity story in a playful and catchy arrangement.   The concluding carol ‘Alle Jahre Wieder (Every Year Again)’ is a well-known German carol favorite presented here in a sonorous hymn-like setting that features a dramatic and stirring final verse.   Memorable melodies and imaginative brass writing make this arrangement of German Christmas ‘evergreens’ a refreshing addition to the quintet holiday repertoire.  Duration: 6:00

Three German Carols

William Byrd's masterful Anglican anthem 'Sing Joyfully unto God' is a
  jubilant church motet that is very effective for brass.  The text includes 'Blow the trumpet in the
  new moon', making this a natural fit when the brass is called upon for a
  celebratory selection.  Originally for
  six voices, this arrangement for quintet retains all the polyphonic glory of
  the original and makes a stunning prelude, offertory, or postlude choice.   Duration: 2:30

Sing Joyfully

The Cradle Song is the standard melody for this familiar carol in Britain
  and Ireland.  The American composer
  William J. Kirkpatrick wrote the tune in 1895 and it is featured in this lush
  and moving arrangement for brass quintet.  
  When you want a lyrical and touching contrast within a traditional
  carol program, this is an ideal choice. 
  Duration: 2:35

Away in the Manger

Set to the 16th century folk tune 'Greensleeves', this enduring English
  carol is probably more popular in the United States than in Great
  Britain.  The carol's haunting and
  beautiful melody provides the foundation of this arresting quintet
  arrangement.   Opening with dramatic
  tuba and horn solos, each verse features weaves intricate counterpoint and
  shifting harmonies into a tapestry of sound.    Duration: 2:47

What Child is This?

William Byrd was one of England’s greatest composers whose imaginative keyboard works are included in the iconic Fitzwilliam Virginal Book.  For brass players who enjoy early music this collection is a treasure trove of musical gems.   This diverse suite includes four selections from this archive that are expertly arranged for brass quartet and is a major addition to the late Renaissance brass quartet literature.  The flowing and melodic contrapuntal keyboard lines are shared among all players throughout the suite in unique combinations with adequate rest provided for all players.  Selections include the sprightly La Volta, lyrical Pavan, bouncy Alman, and the majestic Earl of Oxford’s March. Scored for two trumpets and two trombones, a French horn substitute part for the first trombone is also provided.

William Byrd Suite

2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones Quartet

Sigfrid Karg-Elert's Praise the Lord with Drums and Cymbals' is a famous organ work that should be an essential piece in any brass quintet repertoire.  When transcribed for brass and organ, it is ideal for church postlude, ceremonial procession, wedding, or concert, and becomes a majestic celebration that exemplifies the splendor of brass and the king of instruments.  This rousing arrangement for quintet and organ includes an optional percussion part for those occasions when any combination of cymbals, timpani, snare drum, and glockenspiel are available.  Duration: 3:05

Praise the Lord with Drums and Cymbals

Organ voluntaries were a staple of English church music during the
  Baroque period.  Consisting of a brief
  slow opening section followed by a faster antiphonal movement utilizing the
  trumpet stop of the organ, voluntaries found great utility in church
  services.   John Stanley (of Trumpet
  Tune fame) and his less well-known student John Alcock composed numerous such
  voluntaries that adapt extremely well for brass instruments.  The two selections presented here make
  great prelude or postlude choices and feature effective echo-like writing
  throughout all parts.   Scored for
  flexible instrumentation, it can be performed by two trumpets and two
  trombones, or with a horn substitute part; add the optional tuba part to make
  it an effective quintet piece as well. 
  Duration: 6:20

Two English Voluntaries

Widely loved and sung today, this traditional Anglican hymn celebrates
  the unity of the church in the midst of spiritual controversy.  The stirring tune 'Aurelia' by Samuel
  Wesley is the basis of this setting for brass that features a bold
  introductory fanfare followed by four stirring verses punctuated by trumpet
  flourishes in which the tune is shared among all players.  A final uplifting modulation leads to the
  dramatic finish and restatement of the opening fanfare Scored for flexible
  instrumentation, it can be performed by two trumpets and two trombones, or
  with a horn substitute part; optional bass trombone scoring is included and
  it can be used as an effective quintet piece by adding the optional tuba
  part.  Duration: 3:53

The Church's One Foundation

This often overlooked festive gem by Leo Delibes is a welcome addition to
  the brass quartet ceremonial repertoire. 
  If you are looking for a short, snappy processional for any occasion
  you will want to consider adding this to your brass quintet gig library.  Sight-readable in most cases, it is an
  outstanding example of the marcato style. 
  Scored for two trumpets and two trombones, a French horn substitute
  part for the tenor trombone is also provided.   Duration: 
  1:35

March and Procession of Bacchus

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