Brian Holmes

This arrangement condenses the instrumentation from full orchestra to string orchestra, but many of the original elements have been preserved. Although arranged in the key of G Major instead of the or...

This arrangement condenses the instrumentation from full orchestra to string orchestra, but many of the original elements have been preserved. Although arranged in the key of G Major instead of the or...

The finale of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 is a fantastic orchestral movement. It is very grand in nature and appears to reflect Tchaikovsky’s nationalist writing tendencies. The work opens with a pow...

The joyous nature of this original work for string orchestra is mainly achieved with an infectious tied rhythm pattern. A contrasting middle section features bright pizzicato against a bass line befor...

The joyous nature of this original work for string orchestra is mainly achieved with an infectious tied rhythm pattern. A contrasting middle section features bright pizzicato against a bass line befor...

The joyous nature of this original work for string orchestra is mainly achieved with an infectious tied rhythm pattern. A contrasting middle section features bright pizzicato against a bass line befor...

Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 needs no introduction. Each movement has been carefully studied over the course of recent history and performed countless times. This new setting of the Final movement for s...

This arrangement of O Come, O Come Emmanuel captures a sense of anticipation found in the meaning of this popular carol. Contrasting moods are created shifting between long, sustained playing and more...

For this reaffirmation of the enduring human spirit, Holmes turns to a poem by the great Emily Dickinson, with music matching the more contemporary text. While most choirs will use a piano accompanime...

Here's a fun medley of old English carols that have become a part of everyone's Christmas celebrations. Included are: We Wish You a Merry Christmas; Joy to the World; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Wha...

Here's a fun medley of old English carols that have become a part of everyone's Christmas celebrations. Included are: We Wish You a Merry Christmas; Joy to the World; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Wha...

Here's a fun medley of old English carols that have become a part of everyone's Christmas celebrations. Included are: We Wish You a Merry Christmas; Joy to the World; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Wha...

Based on text by Kenneth Grahame (The Wind in the Willows), Holmes's charming setting was previously published for treble voices with piano (Thorpe 392-03064) and proved to be quite popular. Now publi...

A short and touching carol with poignant words by the much loved English poet Eleanor Farjeon, (1881-1965), that underscore the disparity between 'the haves' and 'the have nots. ' Duration: 1'15'

A handsome carol with words by the distinguished and much-admired English poet and author Charles Williams (1886-1945). The haunting sound of the solo wind instrument with the otherwise unaccompanied...

Brian Holmes has been featured in the Thorpe Music catalog with works such as the charming Carol of the Field Mice and the heart-aching Let Evening Come (on text by the late Jane Kenyon). A professor...

Brian Holmes has been featured in the Thorpe Music catalog with works such as the charming Carol of the Field Mice and the heart-aching Let Evening Come (on text by the late Jane Kenyon). A professor...

Brian Holmes has been featured in the Thorpe Music catalog with works such as the charming Carol of the Field Mice and the heart-aching Let Evening Come (on text by the late Jane Kenyon). A professor...

Brian Holmes has been featured in the Thorpe Music catalog with works such as the charming Carol of the Field Mice and the heart-aching Let Evening Come (on text by the late Jane Kenyon). A professor...