Sergei Rachmaninoff
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3
Adagio from Symphony No. 2
The Adagio movement of Rachmaninoff’s second symphony is considered by many to be one of most beautiful melodies ever written. A continuing favorite in today’s concert halls (as well as film and TV), it remains one of the most enduring themes of the 20th-century symphonic repertoire.SKU: HL4491537 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Italian Polka
Contrary to his reputation for dark, massive chords, this Rachmaninoff work is as light and bouncy as the title suggests. Scored by Elena Roussanova Lucas, this work is exuberant and festive. With careful attention to nuance you’ll find simplicity and virtuosity, as well as fantasy and humor. A truly charming work!SKU: AL26755 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Prelude Op. 3, No. 2
The engaging theme from this piano classic is instantly recognizable and your students will love its dark, forboding quality. Chromatic triads against a prominent bass line are trademarks of Rachmaninoff and his distinctive, late Romantic style. Dur: 4:00SKU: HL4490654 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 5
Suite from All-Night Vigil (Vespers)
All-Night Vigil (Vespers) is a setting of music for a night-long service on the eves of Russian Orthodox holy days, and became one of Rachmaninoff’s favorite compositions. Basing the 15 movements of his choral setting on a combination of traditional Russian Orthodox chants, Latin hymns, and original chants by the composer, the work was completed in less than two weeks in 1915. This arrangement utilizes the 1st, 2nd, 7th, 10th, and 12th movements, along with the traditional “Amens” at the beginning of Movements 1 and 2. Unlike other settings of choral works for wind ensemble, this arrangement is constructed as a complete suite that is intended to allow the performers and audience to experience the power and beauty of the complete Vespers. Dur: c. 16:00
(Recorded by the Florida State University Wind Orchestra – Rick Clary, conductor)
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Vocalise, Opus 34, No. 14
Haunting yet beautiful, Sergei Rachmaninoff originally wrote Vocalise as a song without text for soprano and piano. This exquisite arrangement brings this immortal melody to your concert band. A beautiful contest or concert piece!SKU: AL32517
