Grade 3 SKU: CL.012-2224-00
Composed by Niehaus. Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR329). Score and set of parts. Composed 1990. Duration 3 minutes. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-2224-00. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-2224-00). The opening allegro section of this imaginative work contains marvelous rhythmic vitality before moving through two lovely slow sections featuring solos for Trumpet, Flute, and Alto Sax. Niehaus’ use of mixed meters adds color and interest, which makes this number fun to rehearse and a definite pick’’ for contest.
About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series
The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.
