Description
Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings is widely considered one of the most moving and profound works of the 20th century. Transcribed for brass band by John Glenesk Mortimer, the piece captures the original’s immense emotional gravity and slow, building intensity. The arrangement focuses on the band’s ability to sustain long, transparent lines and blended textures. Used famously in the film Platoon, this work is a breathtakingly beautiful and somber choice for memorial services or as a serious, reflective centerpiece in a symphonic concert program.
Difficulty 4
(Medium) A level 4 difficulty rating brings very challenging rhythms to the piece. Syncopation will be freely used, as will the more extreme ranges for all instruments.
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