Mars, the Bringer of War from the Planets for Brass Ensemble, Timp & Perc.
by Gustav Holst
Brass Ensemble - Sheet Music

Brass Ensemble with Timpani & Percussion - 16 parts - Advanced

SKU: CY.CC2429

Composed by Gustav Holst. Arranged by Ralph Sauer. British National. Score and parts. Published by Cherry Classics (CY.CC2429).

The Mars movement from Holst's Planets has entered the iconic musical arena around the world. It's haunting drum beats in 5/4 time, terrifying chords, sounds of steeled armies marching to battle all are familiar to the public at large due to its being heard in so many different settings.

This great music transcribed by Ralph Sauer is now available from Cherry Classics Music for 16 part Brass ensemble with timpani and percussion.

Up till now this transcription has not been available, but now you can perform this masterful arrangement by Mr. Sauer with your ensemble. It has been recorded by the Summit Brass in a spectacular recording which is available for purchase on CD or as a download on iTunes.

For advanced performers:
4 Trumpets
4 Horns
3 Trombones
Tenor Tuba, 2 Bass Tubas
Timpani and Percussion.