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Be Thou My Vision
Difficulty: Medium Easy
Duration: approx. 2:52
Arranged in 2013
Program Notes
Be Thou My Vision is a traditional Irish hymn dating back to the 6th century. Its beautiful melody has been transcribed and arranged for many different settings over the years. This particular arrangement can be used to reinforce the concepts of balance blending and phrasing. The dynamic shapes used in this piece provide an ebb and flow while the many suspensions create tension and release. The "maestoso" section should be half the original tempo creating a bold and dramatic statement.
Instrumentation
Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
Bb Clarinet 1-2
Bass Clarinet
Alto Sax
Tenor Sax
Baritone Sax
Bb Trumpet 1-2
Horn in F
Trombone 1-2
Euphonium (T.C.)
Euphonium (B.C.)
Tuba
Timpani
Bells
Xylophone
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