Arrangements for Brasses

Three English Hymns
Arranged by John McIntyre

As in our other titles by John McIntyre from our Arrangements for Brasses series, there is an engaging "open" harmonic structure. The writing is very much in a brass style, and there is great rhythmic interest, yet the overall sound is rich and round. Each movement stands alone, and can be played as a prelude, voluntary, or recital piece. The fresh treatment of "Tallis' Canon" presents the canon not only rhythmically, but at one time also harmonically, with each entrance in a different key. In "Deo Gracias" (Agincourt Hymn), varied articulation patterns, original melodic motifs and unexpected harmonic digressions provide additional excitement. The tune "Monk's Gate" has enough melodic and rhythmic interest of its own, but the arranger has added still more. Besides for worship services, this suite is excellent material for high school ensemble contests, and for recitals by university and advanced high school quintets.

This arrangement is scored for a standard brass quintet (I & II Trumpets, F Horn, Trombone, and Tuba): but other parts are included, so the quintet can be formed in different ways, or various doublings may be made for larger ensembles. This is an instrumental composition, not suitable for congregational accompaniment. The difficulty level is 4.

Full set includes a Full Score, transposed parts for individual instruments, background notes, and suggestions for rehearsal and performance.