First Cut
Brian Appleby
Ensemble: Concert Band
Grade: 1.5
Duration: 02:30
Year of Composition: 2014
Commissioned by: Mulgrave School, West Vancouver
Publisher: ApRo Music
Year of Publication: 2014
Available: Yes
How to Acquire: Publisher, Purchase
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Flutes 1,2
Oboe
B♭ Clarinets 1,2
B♭ Bass Clarinet
E♭ Alto Sax 1,2
B♭ Tenor Sax
E♭ Baritone Sax
B♭ Trumpets 1,2
F Horn
Trombone
Euphonium
Tuba
Percussion 1 (Snare Drum, Bass Drum)
Percussion 2 (Crash Cymbals)
Program Notes:
First Cut is a cut time march, suitable for a first band experience in this style. Although it may be necessary to start slowly, the goal is to play the piece with a two beats per measure feeling, at march tempo. The piece includes a key change from Concert B♭ to Concert E♭. The final chorus has an optional obligato that can be played by any instrument. It moves quickly but should lie under the fingers well for young players. A soloist or small group may be used on the obligato.
(ApRo Music)
