LES CHASSERESSES - Leo Délibes
This orchestral showpiece comes from Act 1 of the Ballet 'Sylvia' written in 1876. The title translates as 'The Huntresses'. This piece makes a good and unusual concert opener.
instrumentation SBB
CHANSON DE NUIT - Edward Elgar
Elgar's sister piece to the more well known 'Chanson de Matin' A lovely melody with all of the wistful charm characteristic of Elgar's music - ideal for a summer evening.
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SABRE DANCE - Kachaturian
This abridged version of Kachaturian's exciting music contains all the main themes and is playable by most bands
(especially suitable for Youth Bands)
instrumentation SAGS
NIGHT ON A BARE MOUNTAIN - Mussorgsky
Another abridged version written for a Youth Band. All the main themes are present and the piece is playable by most bands.
OVERTURE, TANNHAUSER - Wagner
Wagner's great overture, containing one of his most wonderful tunes, the 'Pilgrims Chorus'
instrumentation SBB