Hymns for Brass Ensembles

All Praise to You, Eternal Lord
Tune: Gelobet Seist Du
Arranged by Richard Hillert

From the Hymns for Brass Ensembles series, here is elegant brass writing with moderate ranges and easy rhythms that make this arrangement an excellent introduction for players not yet familiar with Hillert's style. The first setting complements the harmonization in Lutheran Worship. It is followed by a partita that moves uninterruptedly through three variations, each less legato than the preceding one. An alternate congregational accompaniment leads to a setting that complements the one in Lutheran Book of Worship. The final, majestic setting effectively leads the congregation while not carrying the hymn tune in its entirety.

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 formed in different ways, or various doublings may be made for larger ensembles. The arrangement can accompany a congregation, or 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.