Original Works for Brasses

Star of Stars
By Dale Elmshaeuser

Mildly modern in 5/4 meter, this composition from the Original Works for Brasses series is a musical journey with the wise men. An original, chant-like melody is the unifying thread of a tapestry that includes other original motifs and brief quotations from seven carols and tunes concerning stars. The high point is two pleasingly dissonant phrases from "How Lovely Shines the Morning Star," as the travelers reach Jesus, the Star of Stars. A very special Christmas concert piece, with explanatory notes, it can be an effective part of Epiphany worship as well.

This arrangement is scored for two Trumpets, two Trombones, and Tuba. There is an alternate F Horn part in place of I Trombone, and a Baritone T.C. part in place of II Trombone. The arrangement can be performed without the Tuba. 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.