Aurora Borealis
Concert Band - Sheet Music

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4649-01

Composed by Susi. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR395). Extra full score. Composed 2018. Duration 2 minutes, 23 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4649-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4649-01).

This entrancing work musically captures the dazzling dancing northern lights which have fascinated mankind for centuries. The opening theme is presented in varying styles, characterizing the many forms in which the lights appear, from patchy clouds to streaming arches. Trills and rolls symbolize the rippling formations, and the chromatic rising musical lines reflect the soaring rays which light the sky with an eerie glow. Bright brass fanfares depict the magnificent shades of green and pink. Exciting music for both audiences and performers, "Aurora Borealis" is a surefire winner!

About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.