Description
A new take on an old form, stretching into uncharted key changes, modes, and plenty of tritones for extra “rose thorns.” Commissioned by the Montgomery High School Viking Band for the 122nd Luther Burbank Rose Parade.
Instrumentation:
Piccolo
Flute 1-2
Oboe 1-2
Clarinet 1-2-3
Bass Clarinet
Bassoon 1-2
Alto Saxophone 1-2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone
Horn 1-2
Trumpet 1-2-3
Trombone 1-2-3
Euphonium or Baritone B.C./T.C.
Tuba
Percussion – Marching Band Setting
Snare Drums
Marching Quad Toms
Bass Drums (5 pitches)
Crash Cymbals
Percussion – Concert Band Setting
Snare Drum
Concert Toms (pair) OR single tenor drum
Concert Bass Drum
Crash Cymbals