Berlioz: Oraison Funèbre (Arr. for trombone solo and Brass Band) - Score Only by Hector Berlioz Brass Band - Digital Sheet Music

Name: Berlioz: Oraison Funèbre (Arr. for trombone solo and Brass Band) - Score Only
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By Hector Berlioz

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Instrument:

Trombone Solo

Genres:

Romantic Period

Composers:

Hector Berlioz

Artist:

Hector Berlioz

Series:

ArrangeMe

Format:

Score

Item types:

Digital

Level:

Intermediate

Usages:

School and Community Sacred

Detailed Description

Brass Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1555323

Composed by Hector Berlioz. Arranged by Roar Kvam. This edition: audio, pdf. 19th Century, Religious, Romantic Period, Sacred. 19 pages. KVAMusic Edition #1127582. Published by KVAMusic Edition (A0.1555323).

The Grande symphonie funèbre et triomphale (Op. 15)
by Hector Berlioz stands out as a unique masterpiece in the repertoire of 19th-century symphonic music, blending solemnity and grandeur with innovative scoring. Commissioned for the tenth anniversary of the July Revolution, the symphony is a rare example of a large-scale work originally conceived for a military band. Its conception and subsequent adaptations reflect Berlioz's genius for combining artistic integrity with practical considerations. Composed to honor the reinterment of July Revolution martyrs at the Place de la Bastille.The original performance was integrated into the public procession, with live music accompanying the movement of the funeral cortège and the column dedication.
Initially scored for a military band of 200 players, emphasizing wind and brass instruments, which ensured audibility in an outdoor setting.

Composed in three movements:
1. Marche funèbre: A solemn and dignified funeral march.
2. Oraison funèbre: A meditative second movement with a trombone solo that evokes a poignant dialogue with the ensemble.
3. Apothéose: A triumphant finale.

The second movement, Oraison funèbre central to the symphony, features a trombone solo that showcases Berlioz’s mastery in adapting vocal styles for instrumental writing. Originally based on material from Les Francs Juges, it exemplifies Berlioz’s ability to repurpose earlier compositions effectively.

The symphony reflects Berlioz's ability to tailor his musical vision to large public events while maintaining artistic depth.
The Grande symphonie funèbre et triomphale remains an evocative tribute to heroism and memory, demonstrating Berlioz’s innovative spirit and his capacity to elevate ceremonial music into profound art. Its majestic and contemplative qualities continue to resonate in concert settings, making it a cornerstone of the repertoire for brass and wind ensembles.

This arrangement for trombone and brass band ensures its adaptability for formal occasions, preserving its solemnity and grandeur.

Roar Kvam, Fossbrekka, 7 December 2024.

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