Robert Burns Suite for Wind Quintet
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SKU: A0.937283
Composed by Hugh Levey (based on traditional Scottish tunes used by Robert Burns). Arranged by Hugh Levey. Celtic,Folk,Holiday,Irish,Traditional,Wedding. 77 pages. Woodwindly.com #6493683. Published by woodwindly.com (A0.937283).Wind Quintet (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Horn, Bassoon)
IV: Auld Lang Syne (Suitable for recital or for accompanying solo or community singing)
Movement 1 begins with a stately ‘classical’ arrangement of My Love She’s But a Lassie Yet, but as it develops the tune combines with another traditional melody, followed by some operatic quotations, and a five part fugue. It ends with an embellished restatement of the opening.
Movement 3 begins with oboe and bassoon playing the tune and bass line, almost exactly as they appeared in The Scots Musical Museum, published by James Johnson & Co between 1787 and 1803. The other instruments all get the opportunity to play the melodic line in the ensuing 5 verses, as the arrangement gets more complex and fun. The composer makes great use of the tritone; or "devil’s interval" as it is often known because of its unsettling presence. However, in this arrangement it merely adds to the fun and excitement.
Movement 4 is a simple arrangement of Auld Lang Syne, in a key that is suitable to accompany solo or community singing. After a short introduction by Bassoon, the Flute and Oboe play verse 1 accompanied by ‘bagpipe’ drones from the other players. Oboe and Clarinet take over the tune for the chorus and the final verse is in majestic four part harmony to bring a rousing end to this popular Burns song and the suite.
Duration: 8’ to 10’
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