for concert band
duration: 3 minutes
level: Grade 5 in Canada
2009
The four “Cityscapes” are inspired by my experiences in different cities. Each movement tries to capture my emotional responses to these experiences.
Driving into a prairie city at night is a beautiful site. Before the buildings and streets are visible there is warm glow in the sky, a welcome light after a long journey setting a peaceful tone to the days end.
The four “Cityscapes” pieces may be performed as a set, on their own, or in any combination.
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Instrumentation:
Piccolo
Flute 1, 2
Oboe 1, 2
Clarinet in Bb 1-4
Bass Clarinet in Bb
Alto Saxophone 1, 2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone
Bassoon 1, 2
Trumpet in Bb 1-4
Horn in F 1-4
Trombone 1-3
Euphonium
Tuba
String Bass (optional)
3 Percussionists Minimum