Overtures Sheet Music

Composed in 1711, the opera Rinaldo marks George Frideric Handel's triumphant breakthrough on the London opera stage. The overture impressively reflects the Italian Baroque style and combines solemn g...

Composed in 1711, the opera Rinaldo marks George Frideric Handel's triumphant breakthrough on the London opera stage. The overture impressively reflects the Italian Baroque style and combines solemn g...

Instruments: 1 Solo Bassoon - Difficuly Level: Grade 2 - Duration: 1 mn 30 s - Musical Style: Classical, Educational - Category: Arrangement, Republished Master Piece - Composer: Marc Antoine CHARPENT...

Prelude in C-sharp Minor, Op. 3, No. 2 by Sergei Rachmaninoff, arranged for Bassoon Choir by Matt Johnston. Instrumentation: 6 Bassoons, 2 Contrabassoons.

The Marriage of Figaro Overture by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, arranged for Bassoon Choir by Matt Johnston. Instrumentation: 6 Bassoons, Contrabassoon (or String Bass), Timpani (optional).

'Declaration Overture' has a five-note motive in an opening slow section, followed by a driving Allegro where the original five-note motive is put through a series of variations. This flexible arrange...

'Avondale Overture' is perfect for younger concert bands. Simple key changes, tempo changes, and one 7/8 measure provide appeal and interest for students and teachers alike. This flexible arrangement...

'Dramatic Prelude' begins with a 'dramatic' fanfare, which is followed by an easily accessible melody; a del segno takes you back to the 'dramatic' fanfare and an ending as exciting as the beginning....

Dedicated to William (Bill) Maupin, a friend and fellow music educator of Claude T. Smith, 'Castlebrooke Overture' is a perfect piece to introduce younger ensembles to meter changes and a couple measu...

This is the composition that started it all! 'Emperata Overture' is a wind band classic for concert and festival alike. The original publication of this work established Claude T. Smith's use of the 7...

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...