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Petite Symphony
by Brian Balmages
Concert Band - Sheet Music

Item Number: 19492839
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Concert Band Symphonic Band - Grade 4

SKU: AP.98-B1437S

Petite Symphony. Composed by Brian Balmages. Concert Band. FJH Symphonic Band. Score. Duration 8:30. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1437S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (AP.98-B1437S).

English.

This medium-length four-movement work is structured in the same form as a traditional symphony (though much shorter) and corresponds with specific elements. Air, the first movement has a minimalistic quality to it and the entire movement develops around a four-note motif. The second movement, Water, is very impressionistic and describes a quiet body of water with a glass-like surface. The third movement, Earth, is a light and playful scherzo that pays homage to Holst's Mercury from The Planets. The final movement, Fire, is aggressive and relentless as dissonance and rhythm become the focus before a wildly powerful fugue ensues. Dramatic and engaging!

About FJH Symphonic Band

Appropriate for accomplished high school, college, and professional groups. Includes expanded instrumentation and ranges. Grades 4 - 5