Haunted Wood (The)
An original composition entitled The Haunted Wood! An evocative piece for you if you need something haunting in your band's repertoire!
An original composition entitled The Haunted Wood! An evocative piece for you if you need something haunting in your band's repertoire!
An arrangement of the the British Cavalry Last Post set with Londonderry Air for Concert/Military/Wind Band. A melancholic arrangement for concert bands looking for something different for Rememberance/Poppy Day from the normal Infantry version!
The Crusades Suite is a musical depiction of the journey of the Crusader's in 1096 (after Pope Urban the Second spoke at The Council of Clermont) from Europe to The Holy Land in 1095; to liberate the Holy City from Muslim rule.
Along the way, they suffered starvation, desertion and many battles were fought with Muslim Militia such as the Seljuk Turks. The crusaders could be lethal too, and slaughtered Muslims & Jews in Jerusalem.
The work features various modes such as the Phyrgian, Lydian & Dorian, creating interesting melodies and harmony. Listen out for the quartal harmony and the canon.
Players are stretched in terms of range and tessitura. Some techniques may be new to players such as the growling on the woodwind and trombones.
The suite would make a great work for contests!
Traditional Irish Air
Arranged for Symphonic Concert Band by Keith Terrett
One of Ireland's most beloved melodies, Down by the Salley Gardens is presented here in a warm, lyrical arrangement for symphonic concert band. Based on the timeless poem by W. B. Yeats and the traditional Irish air The Maids of Mourne Shore, this setting captures the quiet beauty, nostalgia, and expressive elegance that have made the melody a favourite with audiences worldwide.
Carefully scored for developing through advanced ensembles, the arrangement features rich harmonic textures, expressive woodwind writing, warm brass sonorities, and transparent orchestration that allows the famous melody to sing naturally. Ideal for concerts, festivals, memorial services, Celtic-themed programmes, and lyrical showcases, it offers performers an opportunity to demonstrate musical sensitivity, tonal beauty, and expressive phrasing.
This arrangement will appeal to conductors seeking a refined, emotionally engaging work that provides both audiences and performers with a memorable musical experience.
Perfect for:
Ancient Dances is avilable from my Score Exchange Store.
Score & parts for all the above works are available from:keithterrett@gmail.com