Description
Step back in time with Alan Fernie’s charming suite, Old English Dances. Featuring Various traditional melodies, this work is a masterfully constructed tapestry that captures the rustic spirit and rhythmic vitality of historical dance music. Fernie’s scoring for the brass band is bright and transparent, using the ensemble’s unique colors to highlight the distinctive character of each dance. From spirited jigs to more stately pavans, the suite offers a wealth of musical variety and interest for both the performers and the audience. It is an ideal selection for a community concert or a program focused on British heritage, providing a joyful and communal musical experience.