Product Description
Nine Musical Miniatures: From Voice to Brass
This unique collection presents nine concise musical excerpts originally conceived as vocal warm-up exercises and harmonic studies. Each miniature, typically spanning three to four measures, has been thoughtfully arranged to serve multiple purposes, bridging the gap between vocal and brass ensemble practice.
While the original designations suggest various vocal combinations (male quartet, mixed voices), these pieces are particularly well-suited for brass ensembles, adaptable to combinations of horn, trombone, and other brass instruments. Each miniature features careful harmonization that leads to satisfying resolutions, making them equally effective as warm-up exercises or short performance pieces in group settings.
The collection culminates in an expanded arrangement (19 measures) of the beloved "Silent Night" melody, enhanced by the ethereal tones of the celeste, providing a contrasting finale to the preceding miniatures.
Of historical note, the fifth piece in this collection has enjoyed a unique legacy, having been performed and recorded with lyrics as a radio program opener, marking its singular journey from practice piece to broadcast feature.
These versatile miniatures offer:
- Flexible instrumentation adaptable to both vocal and brass settings
- Concise yet complete musical statements
- Practical application for warm-up routines
- Opportunities for ensemble precision and blend
- Rich harmonic progressions with satisfying resolutions
Whether used in their entirety or selected individually, these pieces serve as valuable tools for both educational and performance settings, offering musicians the opportunity to explore harmony, blend, and musical expression in compact, accessible forms.
This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.