Ralph Vaughan Williams
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
A Ralph Vaughan Williams Portrait
Vaughan Williams’ work represents the height of English Post-Romanticism after the turn of the century, which was characterized by fervent nationalistic spirit and a corresponding surge of interest in discovering, preserving, and performing traditional folk music. This arrangement includes elements of “Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis,” A Sea Symphony, “Linden Lea,” and “Overture to The Wasps,” all seamlessly intertwined.SKU: AL46618 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
English Folk Song Suite
Indisputably one of the most significant concert band masterworks from the early 20th century. Respecting the dignity and historical significance of this band masterwork, this is a complete and unabridged scoring. Guaranteeing accessibility for developing bands, level-appropriate instrumentation, ranges, rhythms, key signatures, and meters have all been followed. Must-have repertoire for every library. A contest winner! (12:30)SKU: AL48177 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
English Folk Song Suite
One of Vaughan Williams’ most revered works for band and orchestra is now available for string orchestra. Stephen Bulla’s edition includes appropriate range and key adjustments to make this charming suite ideal for today’s string orchestras.I. Seventeen Come Sunday; II. My Bonny Boy; III. Folk Songs from Somerset
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis
Grade 3–4This piece combines the simple, elegant thematic material of the Elizabethan church composer Tallis, expanded and modernized through the luxurious harmonies of Vaughan Williams. Jamin Hoffman’s lush setting is adapted and re-scored from the original version for two string orchestras plus solo quartet. Fantasia was used with great effect in the recent film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Dur: 2:30
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Linden Lea
The first published composition of Vaughan Williams in 1902 was a setting for voice and piano of a poem by William Barnes. The lyrical folk song quality of the tune makes it an irresistible choice for this arrangement for the beginning concert band idiom. Set in three-four time, the lush arrangement reinforces musicality and the triple meter concept. This setting will certainly make your beginners sound lush and polished. Stunning! (2:15)SKU: AL39503 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 4
March Past of the Kitchen Utensils
This clever movement is taken from incidental music written for a satirical stage work. Composed early in Williams’ career, it reflects his skill with folk-style melodies and orchestration refined by his studies with Ravel. This adaptation is an effective theatrical concert work for mature string orchestras.SKU: HL4491771 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Sea Songs
Grade 3–4Originally, this setting of folk songs was the fourth movement of Vaughan Williams’ famous English Folk Song Suite for band. Including “Princess Royal,” “Admiral Benbow” and “Portsmouth,” all the charm and character of the original has been skillfully scored for strings in this outstanding arrangement by Robert Longfield. Dur: 2:45
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
The Golden Vanity
The Golden Vanity by Ralph Vaughan Williams is a military march that remained unfinished at his death. With the permission of his heirs and assistance from RVW Ltd., Douglas E. Wagner has completed it in a manner consistent with Vaughan Williams’ characteristic style. A stately new march!SKU: AL26754
