Description
“A Wessex Suite” is a charming three-movement work by Derek Broadbent, celebrating the character and landscape of the Wessex region through Traditional folk-inspired melodies. The suite includes the movements “March – Sturminster High,” “Serenade – Child Okeford,” and “Scherzo – Saxon Inn.” Derek Broadbent uses his deep understanding of the brass band medium to create a work filled with rhythmic vitality, lyrical beauty, and pastoral charm. This suite is an excellent choice for concerts seeking a sense of English heritage, providing a professional and highly engaging musical journey that is both accessible for the audience and rewarding for the performers.
Difficulty 3
(Medium) Fourth year players, or junior high-level students may require these arrangements to be properly challenged. These generally have free use of syncopation as well as section and solo scoring. Cues and cross cues will also be used less.
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