Autumn's Garland
(1st Movement of "Quebec Mosaic")
Robert Buckley
Ensemble: Concert Band
Grade: 5
Duration: 06:30
Year of Composition: 2021
Commissioned by: The Royal 22e Régiment Band (Capt. Vincent Roy, director)
Premiered by: The Royal 22e Régiment Band (Capt. Vincent Roy, director)
Date of Premiere: July 16, 2022
Publisher: self-published
Available: Yes
How to Acquire: Composer
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Piccolo
Flute 1,2
Oboe 1,2 (2nd doubling English Horn)
Bassoon 1,2
B♭ Clarinet 1,2,3
B♭ Bass Clarinet
E♭ Alto Sax 1,2 (1st doubling B♭ Soprano Sax)
B♭ Tenor Sax
E♭ Baritone Sax
B♭ Trumpet 1,2,3
F Horn 1,2
F Horn 3,4
Trombone 1,2
Bass Trombone
Euphonium
Tuba
String Bass
Percussion 1 (Snare Drum, Bass Drum, 2 Toms, Triangle)
Percussion 2 (Suspended Cymbal, Tambourine)
Percussion 3 (Marimba, Chimes)
Percussion 4 (Vibraphone, Bells)
Timpani
First movement of Symphony No. 3, Quebec Mosaic. The complete symphony is in four movements:
I. Autumn's Garland
II. Winter's Light
III. Spring Awakening
IV. Summer Festivals
Program Notes:
The symphony begins with an aerial flight over the countryside as it transforms into a sea of golden yellows and blazing reds. This stunning backdrop provides a stage for the many playful activities of the season before nature slowly moves towards winter and goes to sleep.
(Robert Buckley)
