Hymns for Brass Ensembles

Angels from the Realms of Glory
Tune: Regent Square
Arranged by Dale Elmshaeuser

Setting A of this arrangement from the Hymns for Brass Ensembles series is the hymnal version from The United Methodist Hymnal (1989) and most major hymnals, followed by three congregational versions. In setting B, the hymn tune is in the tenor line; in setting C, in the bass; and in setting D, in the alto. Setting B has a trumpet duet above the hymn tune; setting C begins with muted trumpet fanfares, moves to open fanfares, and reaches a festive eighth-note conclusion. Setting D has eighth notes throughout in the tenor and bass, with a soprano descant in long tones.

This arrangement can be played by as few as four instruments (typically I & II Trumpets, and I & II Trombones). Parts are included for I & II F Horns, Baritone T.C., and Tuba, so that quartets can be formed in different ways, or various doublings may be made for larger ensembles. The arrangement can accompany a congregation, or it can be played as an instrumental suite of variations on the hymn. The difficulty level is 3.

Full set includes a Conductor/Keyboard Score, transposed parts for individual instruments, background notes, and suggestions for performance with or without the congregation and choir.