Christina Rossetti wrote the words to this famous Christmas carol in 1872 in response to a request from the magazine Scribner's Monthly for a Christmas poem. They were set to music by Gustav Holst (1874-1934) for inclusion in the first edition (1906) of The English Hymnal edited by his life-long friend Ralph Vaughan Williams. Philip Sparke has carefully arranged the beautiful melody into this delightful version for concert band. A must for any Christmas concert.

Gustav Holst était directeur de musique de 1905 et 1934 à la St Paul?s Girls? School à Brook Green Londres. La St Paul?s Suite une composition pour l?orchestre à cordes de l?école y connut sa première en 1913 et comprend quatre mouvements : une Jig énergique en 6/8 et 9/8 Ostinato basé sur un thème simple de quatre notes Intermezzo une danse dynamique et rythmique et Finale adapté de la Second Suite in F dans laquelle Holst combine avec brio The Dargason tiré du English Dancing Master avec la mélodie traditionnelle Greensleeves.

Standard US Set (without european suppl. parts)-Introduce your students to Gustav Holst's monumental work 'The Planets' with this beautiful majestic chorale from the movement 'Jupiter.' James Curnow's solid scoring of this work makes it a choice selection for young bands.

La suite orchestrale Les Planètes de Gustav Holst est considérée comme l?une des œuvres classiques du XXe siècle dont la palette sonore est la plus complète. Jupiter Hymn de Robert van Beringen est basé sur le quatrième mouvement de la suite consacré à Jupiter celui qui apporte la Gaîté.

La suite orchestrale Les Planètes de Gustav Holst est considérée comme l?une des œuvres classiques du XXe siècle dont la palette sonore est la plus complète. Jupiter Hymn de Robert van Beringen est basé sur le quatrième mouvement de la suite consacré à Jupiter celui qui apporte la Gaîté.

Using excerpts from the first and third movements but still maintaining the formal and harmonic integrity of the original this adaptation allows even middle school players to experience the unforgettable themes from Holstsmasterwork. Also theMarch movement is very effective when performed by itself. Dur: 4:45 (Grade 2 – Hal Leonard MusicWorks series)

The powerful and evocative music of Gustav Holst remains as relevant today as ever before. From The Planets here is a concise suite of the movements Mars Venus and Jupiter.

Standard US Set (without european suppl. parts)-This is sure to be one of those orchestral transcriptions that finds a permanent place in the realm of concert band literature. Holst's ability to develop and explore folk melodies with rich lyrical treatment is fully realized inthis sterling example of the final phase of this remarkable composer's career. The smooth and peaceful declivities of the Prelude the expressive Cantabile of the Air and the sprightly 6/8 Dance combine togive your audience and your band a truly enriching experience. Enticing! (Grade 4) (7:00)

Here's a rare gem from the band literature archives rescored with a more practical instrumentation and part writing. Originally taken from an orchestral work entitled Two Songs Without Words Marching Song is vintage Holst style tuneful and engaging. John Moss' new version makes an ideal program number for concert band.

Score and Parts-From the popular suite comes this authentic transcription by James Curnow. In preserving the integrity of Holst's orchestral score this new edition for band is a significant addition to today's literature.

Using excerpts from the first and third movements but still maintaining the formal and harmonic integrity of the original this adaptation allows even middle school players to experience the unforgettable themes from Holst'smasterwork. Also the March movement is very effective when performed by itself. Dur: 4:45 (Grade 2 ? Hal Leonard MusicWorks series)

Often imitated but never duplicated the music from Holst's symphonic classic The Planets continues to thrill audiences and inspire performers. Even at this easy level here is a setting of this famous movement in 5/4 that will be a powerful addition to any program. Let your young players enjoy this fabulous masterwork!

Arr. Johan de Meij. Par HOLST GUSTAV. / Niveau : 2 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie