Original Works for Woodwinds

Manger Musik/Palestine Panorama
By Dale Elmshaeuser

A Mediterranean flavor is used in this entirely original composition from the Original Works for Woodwinds series to suggest the many moods surrounding Christ's birth. A shepherd's pipe tune opens this work in arch form. Other themes include a merry dance, and an awe-filled canon as the shepherds kneel before the Christ child. Finally, they disappear into the distance with the opening shepherd's pipe tune. The writing has been compared to Menoti, Copland, and Grainger, so you must decide for yourself. The alternate title facilitates playing this arrangement at times other than Christmas.

This septet is scored for Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, and I - IV Clarinets. Cross cueing enables the composition to be played without the Oboe, although with the resulting loss of an important timbre. Extra parts included are Bass Clarinet in place of the Bassoon, Alto Sax in place of II Clarinet, Tenor Sax in place of IV Clarinet, Baritone Sax in place of Bassoon, and F Horn in place of III Clarinet. The difficulty level is 4.

Full Set includes a Full Score, transposed parts for individual instruments, and background notes.