Primula

Description

Flute 1, Flute 2, Oboe, Clarinet in Bb 1, Clarinet in Bb 2, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Alto Saxophone 1, Alto Saxophone 2, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2, Horn in F 1, Horn in F 2, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Euphonium, Bb Euphonium, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Glockenspiel, Timpani, Percussion, Snare Drum, Crash Cymbals, Suspended Cymbal, Triangle — This piece was originally composed for string orchestra, commissioned by the North Ohio Youth Orchestras. This transcription for band sounds brighter than the original version because of the instrumentation, and addition of percussion.Primula is a dainty little flower blooms in spring. The piece opens with a short introduction. The sound should be “risoluto.” After the introduction, the main theme begins. The combination of 8th note accompaniment and legato melody flows everywhere. Enjoy the dialogue of each melody line and its fresh and bright atmosphere. Let’s celebrate the coming of spring! Fresh, flowing and beautiful! Expressing the joy of the coming of spring, this lush, introspective piece combines 8th note accompaniments and legato melodies throughout. Enjoy the dialogue of each melody line and its fresh and bright atmosphere. Let’s celebrate the coming of spring!

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