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Praetorius: Two Christmas Pieces – Woodwind Quintet
Es ist ein Ros’ Entsprungen and Gespräch der Hirten zu Bethlehem (Colloquy of the Shepherds) are two pieces by Michael Praetorius, one well known and the other, less so. The original test of Gespräch, a retelling of Luke 2:15, juxtaposes the earthly and the divine using both German and Latin.
Composer:Â Mark Questad
Instrumentation:Â Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, F Horn & Bassoon
Duration/# of Pages:Â ca. 1:55 / 9 pages, 8.5″ x 11″
Key:Â Ab-Eb -
Rejoice With Me – Flute choir
This beautiful Renaissance motet has been carefully arranged for flute choir. It was first published in 1572, written by Tomas Luis Victoria, the most famous composer in 16th century Spain and one of the greatest, ranking with Palestrina and Orlando di Lasso.
The simple lines, homophonic textures, rhythmic variety, repeated notes for emphasis, and tonal contrasts foreshadow the major-minor concept characteristic of the Baroque era.
This motet would be lovely for an offertory or other solemn event. It could also be played any time of the year since it is not a familiar carol.
Composer:Â Bill Reichenbach
Instrumentation:Â 6 C Flutes, Alto Flute & Bass Flute
Duration/# of Pages:Â ca. 4:30 / 24 pages, 8.5″ x 11″
Key:Â N/A -
Rejoice With Me – Trombone Choir
This beautiful Renaissance motet has been carefully arranged for trombone choir. It was first published in 1572, written by Tomas Luis Victoria, the most famous composer in 16th century Spain and one of the greatest, ranking with Palestrina and Orlando di Lasso.
The simple lines, homophonic textures, rhythmic variety, repeated notes for emphasis, and tonal contrasts foreshadow the major-minor concept characteristic of the Baroque era.
The arranger, Bill Reichenbach, is using this piece for the offertory at his annual Christmas concert. This motet could also be played any time of the year since it is not a familiar carol.
Composer:Â Bill Reichenbach
Instrumentation:Â 6 Tenor Trombones & 2 Bass Trombones
Duration/# of Pages:Â ca. 5:00 / 24 pages, 8.5″ x 11″
Key:Â N/A -
Romanze – Brass Quintet
Originally written for string quartet with an optional string bass, the Romanze is the second movement of this familiar piece and works very well for brass quintet.
The mp3 excerpt is performed by the Sine Nomine Brass Quintet. (Used with permission.)
Composer:Â Mark Questad
Instrumentation:Â 2 Bb Trumpets, F Horn, Trombone & Tuba
Duration/# of Pages:Â ca. 7:00 / 18Â pages, 8.5″ x 11″
Key:Â Bb / Bbmin-Db / Bb