Invocation and Psalm
Vince Gassi
Ensemble: Concert Band
Grade: 4
Duration: 04:30
Year of Composition: 2009
Commissioned by: St. Michael's College School Senior Concert Band (Paul Pietrkiewicz, director)
Premiered by: St. Michael's College School Senior Concert Band (Paul Pietrkiewicz, director)
Date of Premiere: April 10, 2010
Publisher: Alfred
Year of Publication: 2011
Publisher Catalog Number: 36710
Available: Yes
How to Acquire: Publisher, Purchase
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Piccolo
Flutes 1, 2
Oboe
Bassoon
Bb Clarinets 1,2,3
Bb Bass Clarinet
Eb Alto Saxes 1,2
Bb Tenor Sax
Eb Baritone Sax
Bb Trumpets 1,2,3
F Horns 1,2
Trombones 1,2,3
Euphonium
Tuba
Mallet Percussion (Bells/Xylophone)
Chimes
Percussion 1 (Snare Drum, Bass Drum)
Percussion 2 (Suspended Cymbal/Mark Tree, Crash Cymbals/Triangle)
Timpani
Commissioned by the St. Michael's College School Senior Concert Band (Paul Pietrkiewicz, director) on the occasion of the official opening of their new Centre for the Arts, April 10th, 2010.
Program Notes:
“Invocation” is defined as the act of invoking or calling upon a deity or spirit for aid, protection, or inspiration, while a “Psalm” is a sacred song or poem. Magnificent, celebratory, and triumphant are words that aptly describe the opening of this exciting new work. After a powerful opening fanfare, the main theme (Invocation) is presented and interlaced with florid woodwind passages and driving rhythms. A simple but evocative melody, garnished with lush harmony, captures the essence of the Psalm. A return to the original theme brings us to an uplifting conclusion. This piece was commissioned by the St. Michael's College School Senior Band (Toronto, Canada) for the opening of their new theatre. Invocation and Psalm is an exhilarating concert opener for any occasion.
(Alfred Music)
