Cooper Minnis
Prelude in G Minor op. 23, No. 5
Cooper Minnis
Prelude in G Minor op. 23, No. 5
- Instrumentation Concert Band
- Composer Cooper Minnis
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Difficulty Level
- Edition Score
- Publisher Carl Fischer
- Order no. CF-SPS102F
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Description:
Rachmaninoff's Prelude in G Minor, Op. 23 No. 5 presents a deep, brooding atmosphere in its opening before transitioning into sweeping, lyrical sections. This arrangement for wind band maintains the integrity of the original piano work while embracing the tonal palette of the concert band. Performance should focus on precision and expression, with special attention to the changes in dynamics and tempo that bring out the work's emotional depth.