Claude T. Smith
Windstar
Concert Overture for Flexible Ensemble
Demo
listen
PDF
view
Claude T. Smith
Windstar
Concert Overture for Flexible Ensemble
- Instrumentation Flexible ensemble (5 Instruments and Percussion)
- Composer Claude T. Smith
- Editor Joseph Benjamin Earp
- Series CTS Flexible Ensemble Series
-
Difficulty Level
- Edition Score and Parts
- Publisher Claude T. Smith Publications
- Order no. CTS-8024-00
ships within 1-2 weeks
Description:
Claude T. Smith's "Windstar Overture" stands as a testament to the composer's mastery of the wind band medium and his ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotional depth through music. With its vibrant energy, sweeping melodies, and dynamic contrasts, the overture remains a favorite among performers and audiences alike, capturing the enduring spirit of the American landscape. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.
*The accompanying recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
*The accompanying recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.