Angels Will Come

Description

Flute, Oboe, Clarinet in Bb 1, Clarinet in Bb 2, Clarinet in Bb 3, Bass Clarinet, Contra-alto Clarinet, Bassoon, Alto Saxophone 1, Alto Saxophone 2, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2, Trumpet in Bb 3, Horn in F 1, Horn in F 2, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Euphonium, Bb Euphonium, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Bells, Chime, Timpani, Percussion 1, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Percussion 2, Crash Cymbals, Suspended Cymbal, Percussion 3, Triangle — Angels Will Come is a very lyrical ballad. The piece should be played with expression. The director is encouraged to experiment with the tempos by using rubato, ritardando, and accelerando throughout the piece. The composition must be played in a legato style. Melodies and countermelodies should be heard when they occur. With a melody developed through the use of meter and tone color combinations and changes, students will learn blend and balance while also experiencing an essential part of band performance, the lyrical ballad. Your percussionists will also have the rare opportunity to create expressive moments as their contribution is an integral part of this piece’s structure. Let your ensemble’s skills shine with this challenging, yet rewarding, composition.

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