The rousing and well-known Anvil Chorus or Gyspy Chorus from Verdi's "Il Trovatore" depicts Spanish gypsies striking their anvils at dawn and singing the praises of hard work, good wine,

The "Allegro con Spirito" movement of the Divertimento No. 1 is from the Six Feldpartiten (open air suites), composed by Haydn in the early 1780s. Originally scored for two oboes, two French horns,

The Habanera from Bizet's "Carmen" is one of the most famous and popular opera arias in the repertoire. The majority of the technical requirements have been reduced to make this arrangement

The dark, brooding tone of this piece is an ideal setting for the low brass quartet. Because of the wholesome, conical tone of the euphonium and tuba, the lyrical middle section is able to retain its light,