Quintets

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Aboard Ship by Sergei Taneyev
This transcription is from the choral work of Opus 27 No.5. If you can find a translation of the words, you will know what is happening but it seems like a rough voyage where danger eventually is overcome and a safe harbour is found.
Set for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and bass trombone with a TC part for Part 5 that could be played on a euphonium.
This is quite difficult, requiring great understanding between five strong players. Excellent contest piece.
A full band version is available on this site from December 2019.
Duration: about 4 minutes.

Adagio from Chorale No.3 by Cesar Franck, arranged by James Moule
This is extracted from the full band piece. This central section has a particularly beautiful slow melody and is an excellent show-off piece for cornet or flugel. The soloist is accompanied by tenor horn, baritone / trom / eupho and Eb bass.
Duration: about 2'30".

Air and Variations by Ludwig van Beethoven, arranged by James Moule
Based on the second movement of the Op.109 piano sonata, this is a great contest piece, demonstrating many aspects of performance.
Quite challenging for all players, though comfortably pitched. Arranged for standard quintet with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone CP.
. Duration: 4'45".

Allegro Appassionato by Camille Saint-Saens, arranged by James Moule
This quintet for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone horn and Eb bass as based on the virtuosic solo for 'cello.
There is a solo for baritone / euphonium on this site which is very difficult.
This arrangement is still challenging, especially for the baritone / euphonium and the Eb horn. It is a dramatic piece, suitable for concerts and contests.
Duration: 3'45".

"All is not Gold that Shineth Bright in Show" by William Westbrook, arranged by James Moule
This quintet is based on a prize-winning madrigal. Set here for two cornets, baritone horn euphonium and Eb bass with alternative horn and trombone parts supplied.
This is a rather sombre piece, requiring delicacy and sensitivity. Comfortably pitched and quite easy.
Duration: 2'50".

Andantino by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This highly chromatic organ piece requires accurate pitching and appropriate intonation in the quiet passages.
Set for the standard quintet with orchestral brass parts thrown in. 4th valve required on Eb bass. 1st Cornet has some challenges.
Suitable to combine with other pieces by this composer to make a set for concerts or contests.
Duration: 2'25".

"Antipodes" by Thomas Edward Bulch
Written in 1887 or maybe earlier in Ballarat, this is a good street march, set here for the standard brass quintet plus orchestral parts.
Thanks to Bob Pattie for supplying the scans of very old march cards.

Andante Book 2 No.1 by SS Wesley, arranged by James Moule
Set for two cornets, Eb horn, euphonium and 4-valve Eb Tuba, this organ piece by the famous hymn composer shows similarities with the music of his friend Mendelssohn.
CP parts are supplied for the two lower parts, as well as Part 3 French Horn. Everyone gets plenty to do, making this an excellent junior contest piece.
Duration: 3'50".

Andante Op.29 No.7 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This transcription of an organ piece makes a good pairing with others in this set on this site.
It features beautiful harmony, clever counterpoint and contrasting moods.
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched.
Duration: 2'30".

"As It Was in the Beginning" by G.F. Handel, arranged by James Moule (after W.T. Best)
The first of the Chandos Anthems of 1713 was written to celebrate the Treaty of Utrecht which ended the Spanish War of Succession.
This is the last movement and is, as one would expect, in typical "Hallelujah!" style.
Based on W.T.Best's transcription for organ, this arrangement is for two cornets, horn, euphonium and tuba. Part 3 has parts for both Eb and F horn. TC and BC versions are included for Parts 4 & 5.
Parts cover a wide but comfortable range and are not very difficult. Excellent contest piece and great for finishing a concert.
Duration: 4 minutes

"Austrian Fest-March" by Johann Strauss Snr, arranged by James Moule
In German, "Osterreichischer Fest-Marche", this is a short, easy march in a polka style.
Set for standard quintet with extra parts supplied for orchestral brass instruments.
Duration: 1'30"

"Australia" by Alex F. Lithgow, arranged by James Moule
Salvaged from a battered set of military band parts, this edition corrects many errors and inconsistencies.
The full band original is in the March section of this site. The quintet version is moderately challenging.
This setting is for the standard brass quintet with orchestral parts also supplied.
Thanks to Don Shearman for supplying some missing parts.
Duration: 3'40"

Australian Christmas Carol: "Lo, on a clear and starry night" by James Moule
16th century hymn style with uneven meter and words in blank verse. Also available in full band version, this contains score and parts plus melody with words plus words plus piano accompaniment plus SATB score.
Stephen King from USA has kindly French Horn and concert pitch parts and these were added in 2020.
Easy. Duration: 1'50"

"Autumn is Come Again" by Frederick Corder, arranged by James Moule
This beautiful song by the famous teacher is set here for the standard quintet.
BC parts are supplied for the lower parts. Not difficult but the keys are awkward in some parts.
Duration: 2'40"

"Il Bacio" by Luigi Artiti, arranged by James Moule
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, baritone (euphonium) and Eb bass.
This famous coloratura aria is available as a baritone solo on this site but it is very difficult.
The difficulties in this quintet version are shared between Baritone, Tenor Horn and 1st Cornet but it is still quite difficult.
Duration: 3'20".

Le Bal (Galop) from "Children's Games" by Georges Bizet, arranged by James Moule
Scored for soprano (Eb) cornet, Bb cornet, Eb horn, baritone (euphonium) and Eb bass.
Wonderful encore piece, giving all players a chance to show what they can do (or not).
Requires five very strong players, the soprano especially getting some very high notes.
Quite difficult; good for learning to play off-beats.
Duration: 2 minutes.

Ballade from Op.118 by Johannes Brahms, arranged by James Moule
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, baritone (euphonium) and 4-valve Eb bass.
Excellent concert or contest piece but quite difficult due to interval jumps. Significant range required for all instruments .
Duration: 3'15".

Ballet from "Petite Suite" by Claude Debussy, arranged by James Moule
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, baritone (euphonium) and Eb bass.
Excellent concert or contest piece, giving all players a solo. Lively and entertaining.
Comfortably pitched for all instruments.
Duration: 3'25".

"Blaenwern" by William Penfro Rowland, arranged by James Moule
Much-loved hymn tune in three verses, usually sung to the words: "Love divine, all loves excelling".
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (euphonium) and Eb bass with alternative parts provided.
Similar in style to "Repton" on this page.
Comfortably pitched for all instruments.
Duration: 2'35".

LE BOURGEOIS GENTILHOMME by J.-B. Lully, arr. James Moule
From the incidental music to the play by Moliere. Both the Suite and the Overture were revised so that all keys are related (CP Eb major / C minor). It is now possible to play both as a set.

Overture to Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme
Moderate difficulty. Good counting required in contrapunctal section. Duration of Overture only: 2'30".

Suite: Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme
Set of dance movements. Not difficult. Works well when played by a larger group doubling parts.
This arrangement was used by the St.George Brass team in 2014 in winning the Open Ensemble event at the NSW State Solo and Party Championships.
A new version, compatible with the previous version, was completed in 2019 in a better scoring program. It was used by a St.George Brass team to win Under 15 Ensembles at the NSW State Solo and Party Championships in 2019.
It was also used by a team of under-15 years members to win the Brass Ensemble prize in the Musica Viva "Strike a Chord" chamber music competition in 2020.
The same group later won Under 19 Ensemble playing this piece at the 2020 NSW State Party Championships.
Clicking on the staff lines below will give you the FULL suite.
Duration of dance movements only: 4'50". Total duration: about 8 minutes.

Borodin Originals - elements of String Quartet No.2 by Alexander Borodin, arr. James Moule
Transcribed for five instruments from this most luscious of string quartets, only the bass part is easy. Excellent tone control in the high register for other players is the challenge. Less talented groups could start from Letter C. The section from Letter F stands alone. Two very familiar tunes, ideal for soiree jobs.
Duration: 4'50".

Bourree II from English Suite No.2 by J.S. Bach, arr. James Moule
Scored for 2 cornets, baritone, euphonium and drums, with alternative Pt 2 for Eb horn and Pt 4 for Eb bass.
Easy except for the 1st cornet which requires an intermediate level player. Can be played without drums as a quartet.
Duration: 1'15"

"Boys of Anzac" by Thomas E. Bulch, arranged by James Moule
This is a jolly march in the style of "Teddy Bears' Picnic", reflecting what fun the boys were having been shot to pieces at Gallipoli.
Published in Geelong by Bulch and written after 1915. The full band version is available on this site.
Thank you to Bob Pattie for supplying march card scans. Several errors and inconsistencies of harmony and articulation have been corrected in this edition.
Set for standard quintet plus orchestral instrument versions. Some p-arts are not particularly easy.
Duration: 2'30"

BRANDENBURG CONCERTO No.6 by J.S. Bach, arr. James Moule
This was originally a sextet for two violas, two viola da gamba, 'cello and violone. As most of these instruments are now obsolete, it is logical to set them for the most appropriate modern instruments, brass ones of course.
Set for two Eb (tenor / alto) horns, two euphoniums (baritones) and Eb bass, this is a championship standard piece due to the extreme (though not impossible) range and complex interweaving of parts.

1st Movement
Easiest but longest of the movements. Duration: 7'15".

2nd Movement
Shortest movement with not much work for lower parts. Best combined with 3rd Movement.
Duration: 3'55".

3rd Movement
Most difficult but also most interesting movement. This da capo gigue bounces along, parts interlocking, a joyous ending to a dazzling masterwork.
Duration: 5'30".

Bridal March from "Lohengrin" by Richard Wagner, arranged by James Moule
"Here Comes the Bride", for those couples who want the traditional "Wagner in, Mendelssohn out" service.
For short walks, start at Letter D and pause on the first note of Bar 61.
Comfortably pitched and easy. Set for standard quintet with extra orchestral parts.
Duration: 1'40"

"Burnie" by Thomas L. Hellings, arranged by James Moule
Hellings was a conductor in Victoria in the early 20th Century.
The name probably refers to the town in northern Tasmania. The march is dedicated to the Burnie Athletic Club.
Thank you to Bob Pattie for supplying march card scans. Many errors and inconsistencies have been corrected in this edition.
Fairly easy. Set for standard quintet with extra orchestral parts. The full march is available on this site.
Duration: 3'10"

"By the Rhine with a Stein" by Harry von Tilzer, arr. James Moule
"You vont maybe some oompah band music?" You can't get more oompah than this! Recorded on wax cylinder, you can hear the original if you search the net. Very easy.
Duration: 2'25".

Can-Can from "Orpheus in the Underworld" by Jacques Offenbach, arr. James Moule
Riotous gallop. Good novelty piece. Comfortably pitched. Fairly easy. Good for teaching off beats.
Duration: 90 seconds.

"Capriol Suite" by "Peter Warlock" (Philip Heseltine), arranged by Peter Parker
The arranger has kindly allowed his arrangement of the suite,originally for string orchestra, to feature on our site.
Six movements in Renaissance style. All but the first one fit well for brass but the range of the Basse-Dance is difficult to accommodate.
The longest movement, the beautiful Pieds-en-l'aire, is less than 2 minutes long.
Extracts can be combined to make sub-suites that are suitable for contests.
Duration: 9"20'.

Carillon by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
The second of the "Ten Pieces for Organ" is a tour de force for 1st Cornet and a bit repetitive for others.
This beautiful piece covers the full range of dynamics. Excellent for concerts and contests.
Not difficult, though 1st Cornet has to reach some high notes.
Set for the standard brass band quintet with orchestral brass parts also supplied.
Duration: 3'25".

"Chivalry of Labour, The" by John Baptiste Calkin, arranged by James Moule
This is an exciting piece in three contrasting sections.
Set here for two cornets, horn, baritone and Eb tuba with alternate versions provided for lower parts.
Comfortably pitched and not difficult. Suitable for junior contests.
Duration: 2'40"

Chorale and Sicilienne by Felix Mendelssohn, arranged James Moule
This beautiful piece consists of two movements from Mendelssohn's Organ Sonata No.6.
It is pitched comfortably and is an excellent training piece for juniors as it tests tone quality over a wide range, especially those growly low notes on cornet.
Suitable for junior contests.
Duration: 3 minutes.

Chorus of Street Boys from "Carmen" by Georges Bizet, arr. James Moule
Fanfare followed by a short march, this version as arranged for the standard quintet of 2 cornets, horn, baritone and Eb bass.
This arrangement sits in a comfortable range for all players. 2nd Cornet has the most difficult part but no parts are difficult.
Duration: 1'30".

"Come Away, Death"by George A. Macfarren, arranged by James Moule
This solemn song, written to Shakespeare's words from "Twelfth Night", features many dynamic changes.
Set for two Bb cornets, horns / baritones / trombones and Eb bass / bass trombone.
Quite easy for everyone. Good junior contest piece requiring sensitive playing.
Duration: 2' 35".

"Come, Bounteous May"by Reginald Spofforth, arranged by James Moule
Uplifting glee in the style of Haydn, featuring sudden dynamic changes and silences.
Set for soprano cornet, two Bb cornets, baritone / trombone and Eb bass / bass trombone.
Challenging because of high range.
Duration: 2' 35".

"Covid-19 Blues, The"by James Moule
This piece was written to commemorate the suspension of rehearsals and performances for St.George Brass Band in March 2020.
Very standard blues / R&R piece, not claiming a great deal of originality. Scored for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb bass, this is suitable for intermediate players.
Comfortably pitched and not offering many technical challenges.
French Horn and BC parts available on request.
Used by a St.George Brass team in 2022 to win the Under 15 Small Ensembles section at the NSW State Solo and Party Championships.
Duration: 3 minutes.

"Craigielee" by "Godfrey Parker" (Thomas E. Bulch), arranged for quintet by James Moule
"Hallelujah!" This march has historic importance to Australia, yet it is rarely heard. It is based on a Scottish song, "Thou Bonnie Wood o' Craigie Lee" by James Barr.
In 1894, one Christina Macpherson heard a band play this march at Warrnambool. In the following year, Banjo Paterson heard her humming the tune and decided to set words to it.
Marie Cowan made further alterations and it became our National song, "Waltzing Matilda".
This reduction of brass band march is set for the standard brass quintet plus orchestral versions of some parts.
The full march is available on this site.
The set of march card copies in the State Library of NSW was missing the Bass Trombone part so we thank Robert Pattie for providing the part.
Duration: 2'50"

"Crudelissima Donna!"by William Smith Rockstro
Scored for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb bass, the piece is in an archaic style, considering it was written in the 19th Century.
There are changes of style and pace, making it a good contest piece. Suitable for intermediate players. Comfortably pitched and not offering many technical challenges.
French Horn and BC parts available on request.
Duration: 3 minutes.

"Cycle Parade, The" by William Rimmer, arranged by James Moule
Typical Rimmer march. The full march is available on this site.
Set here for standard quintet plus orchestral parts. Not easy.
Duration: 3'45" with DC

"Dawn of Song" by Sir Edward Bairstow, arranged by James Moule
This beautiful choral piece consists of three contrasting sections. Players need to demonstrate sensitivity, especially in the very quiet parts.
Not difficult, except that the fugue will require accurate counting and all parts have an extensive range.
Set for two cornets, Eb horn, baritone and Eb tuba with a rather high Baritone Part 3 thrown in for those without a tenor horn.
French Horn and BC parts available on request.
Used by a St.George Brass team to win Junior Quintet at the 2023 Australian National Championships.
Used by a St.George Brass team to win a $200 Brass Prize in the 2024 Music Viva "Strike a Chord" chamber music competition.
Duration: 5'15"

"Dead Cat Bounce" by James Moule
Ed Siebert made Boston bounce forty years ago. In the troubled economic climate of 2008, we believed that even a dead cat could bounce.
Suitable for junior groups. Can you pick the feline nursery song on which the baritone melody is based?
Note that there is a full band (small band) version of this piece on this site but the parts are NOT compatible with this quintet version.
This version was used by a team from St.George Brass to win the Under 11 Ensemble event at the Sydney Metropolitan Solo and Ensemble Competition in 2021.
Flexible parts added 2020.
Duration: 1'25".

Deploration: No.3 from "Ten Pieces for Grand Organ" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
Marked "Grave", this piece features weird harmonies and lots of accidentals.
Suitable for coupling with one or two of the others in the set.
Scored for two cornets, horn, baritone and tuba with alternative versions provided for the lower three parts.
Quite easy though there are a lot of very low notes.
Duration: 3'10"

"The Earth Has Grown Old" by Sir Edward Bairstow, arranged by James Moule
This beautiful Christmas piece is quite short and suitable for junior players.
Set for two cornets, baritone, euphonium and Eb tuba.
Not difficult, BC parts provided for lower parts.
Duration: 2'15"

Easter Hymn setting by Frank Bridge, arranged by James Moule
Sung to the words: "Let joy and praise to Heaven rise" (Wagemann translation from German).
Set for two cornets, horn, baritone and Eb tuba with alternative parts provided.
Not difficult and pitched to accompany singing.
Full band and quartet versions are available on this site.
Duration: 3'10"

"En Passant de la Marjolaine" by James Moule
Based on two French children's songs (En Passant par La Loraine and Compagnons de la Marjolaine). Not difficult except for a couple of high notes for the 1st cornet.
Duration: 2'30".

"Entrance of the Little Fauns" by Gabriel Pierne, arranged by James Moule
This is actually called "L'Ecole des Aegipans" from the ballet "Cydalise".
It became extraordinarily popular in the mid 20th century and was recorded by several light orchestras and dance bands.
Scored for standard brass band quintet with extra parts for an orchestral quintet. A Soprano Cornet part is offered for Part 1.
Not difficult. This is a great lttle concert piece.
Duration: 1'45".

Entree from "Ten Pieces for Organ" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
This is the first of the ten pieces, featuring highly chromatic harmony and deeply-felt emotion.
Scored for standard brass band quintet with extra parts for an orchestral quintet.
All parts are comfortable though an Eb tuba will need 4th valve. This is a great concert or contest piece.
Duration: 5'30".

Entree: No.1 from "Ten Pieces for Grand Organ" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
Maestoso, offering all instruments a chance to play a significant part.
Grand, tuneful piece with dynamic contrasts. Not very difficult.
Scored for two cornets, horn, baritone and tuba with alternative versions provided for the lower three parts.
Duration: 2'50"

Entry of the Guests from "Tannhauser" by Richard Wagner, arranged by James Moule
Scored for two trombones, two euphoniums and Eb bass. Very difficult but highly satisfying concert or contest piece.
Duration: 6 minutes.

Entry of the Gypsies from "The Two Pigeons" by Andre Messager, arranged by James Moule
Scored for standard brass quintet with extra Part 3 for french horn and baritone and concert pitch parts for 4 & 5.
All parts are fairly challenging. This is a good concert or contest piece.
Duration: 3'30".

Elevation: No.6 from "Ten Pieces for Organ" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
Lilting, rather whimsical piece, set here for a standard brass quintet with orchestral brass parts also supplied.
Not difficult, comfortably pitched.
Duration 1'25".

Evocation: No.7 from "Ten Pieces for Grand Organ" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
Short, gentle piece, suitable for coupling with one or two of the others in the set.
Scored for two cornets, horn, baritone and tuba with alternative versions provided for the lower three parts.
Not difficult but highly chromatic and requiring a full range of pitch. Compound triple time might challenge some players.
The many stops and restarts require good communication in the group.
Duration: 2'25"

Executioner's Entrance from "The Mikado" by Arthur Sullivan, transcribed by James Moule
Recitative and fanfare / march with lyrical central section.
Written for a talented junior group for performance at National Championships, this arrangement requires strong cornets, capable of hitting high notes.
A flugel part is provided as an alternative to tenor horn for Part 3.
Duration 3'45".

"Faithful Lover, The" by Julius Benedict, arranged by James Moule
Part song set for two cornets, two trombones (or similar) and Eb Tuba with several versions provided for most parts.
This is a rather solemn piece, good for developing tone and attention to dynamics. Not difficult.
Excellent for concerts and junior contests.
Duration: 2'35".

Fantaisie, Fughetta et Coda: No.8 from "Ten Pieces for Grand Organ" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
Beautiful extended piece with contrasting sections, excellent for contests and concerts.
Scored for two cornets, horn, baritone and tuba with alternative versions provided for the lower three parts.
Not difficult but highly chromatic and requiring a full range of pitch. Compound triple time might challenge some players.
The many stops and restarts require good communication in the group.
Duration: 5'20"

Fantasie Op.36 No.4 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This transcription of the fourth number from this set of organ pieces is an excellent junior contest piece.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
This is a substantial work, quite serious in mood, with several separate sections.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched.
Duration: 10 minutes.

Fantasie Op.87 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This is and arrangement of one of Hesse's most significant organ works.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
This is a substantial work, quite serious in mood, with several separate sections.
Quite straightforward but 1st Cornet is required to reach several very high notes.
Duration: 11'15".

"Festal March" by John B. Calkin, arranged by James Moule
This organ piece transcribes well for brass. Set here for a standard quintet with French Horn and BC parts supplied extra.
There is a version for full band on this site which is compatible with this quintet version. Not difficult.
Excellent for concerts and contests.
Duration: 5'15".

"Fete-Dieu, La" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
This is No.4 from the "Douze Pieces Nouvelles pour Orgue".
Set here for the standard instruments in a band or orchestral quintet.
This is a solemn piece with contrasting dynamics, suitable for a solemn occasion or for training.
Not difficult but 1st Cornet has a few very high notes.
Duration: 7'40".

Fugue: No.3 from "Ten Pieces for Grand Organ" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
Marked "Grave", this piece features weird harmonies and lots of accidentals.
Suitable for coupling with one or two of the others in the set.
Scored for two cornets, horn, baritone and tuba with alternative versions provided for the lower three parts.
Quite easy though there are a lot of very low notes.
Duration: 3'10"

Fugue in Five Voices by JS Bach
This monumental fugue from Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier, completed in 1722, reminds us that "clavier" meant keyboard, not just harpsichord or clavichord. The long sustained notes suggest that the organ was in Johann Sebastian's mind in this case.
Set for soprano cornet, Bb cornet, Eb horn, euphonium (baritone / trombone) and Eb bass (tuba), this transcription is comfortably pitched and makes an excellent contest / concert piece. Starting with long notes, it picks up pace as its three subjects intertwine, rising to a climax of great passion. Suitable for mature intermediate players.
Used by the St.George team to win Under 15 Ensemble at the 2020 NSW State Party Championships.
Duration: 4'10".

"Gaudeamus Igitur" Anon., arranged James Moule
Written for junior contests, this air-and-variation piece is comfortably pitched for juniors. Contrasting sections allow players to demonstrate various styles. Suitable for strong intermediate players.
Duration: 3 minutes.

"General Joffre" by Thomas E. Bulch
Written in about 1920 in honour of the French WW1 general, this is a fairly straightforward march by this Australian brass virtuoso.
The first note might cause some casualties in the back row cornets of lower grade bands so might be taken down an octave.
The hand-written march card set, as published by Bulch, is available for free download at https://imslp.org/wiki/General_Joffre_(Bulch,_Thomas_Edward)
There are many inconsistencies that have been rationalised in the full-band edition found of this site.
This arrangement is set for the standard quintet plus orchestral brass parts. This march is one of Bulch's more complex works.
Some counter-melodies have been lost in reducing to a quintet.
Duration: 3 minutes.

Gloucestershire Wassail Traditional, arranged James Moule
Wassails are drinking songs, traditionally sung at Christmas. This arrangement for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb tuba is comfortably pitched and not difficult for intermediate players.
Duration: 1'50".

Handel in the Strand by Percy Grainger, set for brass by James Moule
Grainger produced several versions of this "clog dance". This arrangement is taken from the solo piano version.
In addition to the standard two cornets, Eb horn, baritone and Eb tuba, a french horn part and concert pitch version of Baritone are provided.
All players needs to have an extensive range but parts are mostly comfortably pitched. Suitable for strong contest groups and concerts.
Duration: 3'10"

Harvest Hymn arranged by Percy Grainger, set for brass by James Moule
Good tuning and intonation is essential in this luscious piece.
In addition to the standard two cornets, Eb horn, baritone and Eb tuba, a french horn part and concert pitch versions of Baritone and Tuba are provided.
1st Cornet needs to have an extensive range but other parts are comfortably pitched. Suitable for junior contest groups and concerts.
Duration: 2'20"

"Havanaise" by Camille Saint-Saens, arranged by James Moule
This major concert item is derived from a virtuoso violin showpiece by that under-rated genius, Saint-Saens. Warm, sentimental serenade sections are separated by dramatic interludes. This arrangement requires very proficient, mature players. ADULTS ONLY! The ability to play sensitively in the high range is essential.
Duration: 9'50"

"Hence Loathed Melancholy" by Henry Lahee, arranged by James Moule
This is a substantial work and several contrasting sections.
Set for two cornets, horn, euphonium and tuba with alternatives for the lower parts.
Each part covers a wide range making it a tricky piece. Good for contests.
Duration: 4'35"

"Here's to Good Ol' Whisky" arranged by James Moule
Arranged for an Oktoberfest dinner for which an Oompah Band was required.
This is quite easy and a lot of fun. Original composer unknown but it was a common song during the Great War.
Duration: 2'10"

"Heroes of Gallipoli" by Thomas E. Bulch, arranged by James Moule
This is a march written in 1915 following Churchill's disastrous attempt to invade Turkiye. The anniversary, 25th April is remembered in Australia and New Zealand as Anzac Day.
This is not a difficult march and should suit most most groups with competent players.
Set here for the standard brass quintet plus similar orchestral parts.
Many inconsistencies in the (poorly written) march card set have been resolved.
Thanks to Bob Pattie who provided scans of a set of march cards. A new set is available on request.
Duration: 4 minutes

"Hippolyte et Aricie" Suite by Jean-Philippe Rameau, arranged by James Moule
Written when he was already in middle age, this was Rameau's first opera. It raised controversy for its brilliant music and now confirms Rameau as the greatest French baroque composer.
This suite comes from the hunting scene, Act IV Scene 3. Watch YouTube videos to understand the story.
The score is for the standard quintet of two cornets, horn, baritone and Eb tuba.
Extra parts are provided for French Horn and Parts 4 & 5 in concert pitch.
All parts have plenty to do. The full range of the instruments is explored.
There are five short movements of alternating character.
Good for contests and concerts involving strong intermediate players who can play with spirit.
Note that there is a version for full band on this site.
Duration: About 9 minutes. For a shorter time limit in contests, play Nos. 3, 4 & 5.

Hungarian Dance from the ballet "The Two Pigeons" by Andre Messager, arranged by James Moule
Jaunty dance movement that could be paired with the "Entry of the Gypsies" on this site.
The score is for the standard quintet but the best team would be two cornets, two baritones and Bb bass.
Extra parts are provided for French Horn and Parts 4 & 5 in concert pitch.
All parts have plenty to do. Good for contests and concerts involving strong intermediate players.
Duration: 3'40".

Hungarian Rhapsody No.2 by Franz Liszt, arranged by James Moule
This arrangement strips most of the extraneous decorations from the virtuoso piano piece.
The score is for the standard quintet of two cornets, horn, baritone and Eb tuba.
Extra parts are provided for French Horn and Parts 4 & 5 in concert pitch.
All parts have plenty to do. The full range of the instruments is explored.
Good for contests and concerts involving strong intermediate players who can play with spirit.
Duration: 6'25".

In Cellar Cool (a.k.a. "Drinking") by Ludwig Fischer, arranged by James Moule (2008)
Famous basso profundo drinking song, scored here for four-valve Eb bass and four-valve euphonium.
Involves a pedal note but all parts are easy. Lots of fun can be had visually if players sink to their knees as tuba descends to pedal C. Good for Octoberfest oompah bands.
Duration: 1"50'.

In Cellar Cool (a.k.a. "Drinking") by Ludwig Fischer, arranged by James Moule (2021)
Famous basso profundo drinking song, scored here for two cornets, tenor horn, euphonium and Bb tuba.
Extra parts are supplied for Part 3 Baritone (TC and BC), Part 3 French Horn Parts 4 & 5 in BC.
Lots of fun can be had visually if players sink to their knees as tuba descends to final note. Good for Octoberfest oompah bands and junior contests.
Used by St.George Brass to win Under 11 Ensemble event at the 2022 Metropolitan Solo and Ensemble Competition.
Duration: 1'50"

LES INDES GALANTES (Suite) by Jean Philippe Rameau, arranged by James Moule
Scored here for two cornets, euphonium, baritone and four-valve Eb bass.
This harpsichord suite was arranged for a talented group of junior players, all State Champions, to play in an on-line competition, organised by Musica Viva, in which they won the State prize in 2021.
There are five movements, each playable as a separate (short) item.
Used by a St.George Brass team in 2022 to win the Under 19 Small Ensembles section at the NSW State Solo and Party Championships.
Total duration: about 8 minutes, allowing 5 seconds between movements.

FULL SCORE

1. Les Sauvages
Savages giving a war dance. Comfortably pitched, except for the tuba's last note.
Duration: 2 minutes

2. Air Polonois
A rather sad movement for the Polynesians, requiring delicate playing.
Duration: 1'45"

3. Air pour les Esclaves affricains
African slaves get a noble dance with 1st Cornet doing most of the work.
Duration: 1'40"

4. Musette en Rondeau
Graceful pastorale providing few difficulties. The MIDI file does not demonstrate the "swing" quavers.
Duration: 1'10"

5. Tambourin
A rousing drum-like finish, requiring 1st Cornet to reach some high notes. Check that the tubaist doesn't fall asleep.
Duration: 1 minute

"Indomitable" by William Rimmer, arranged by James Moule
This excellent stage march is set here for the standard brass band quintet only.
1st Cornet and Baritone are fairly challenging.
Duration: 3'40" with the D.C.

"Ingomar" by Charles Trussell
Charles Trussell, who also wrote under the pseudonym Carlile Vernon, was born in England, then migrated to New Zealand before seeing the light and moving to Queensland.
This is a good street march, well within the capabilities of most lower grade bands and found in many band libraries.
This reduction is set for a standard quintet with orchestral brass parts added.
Fine happens on the first beat of the bar before the Trio, though the MIDI file plays an extra note.

"Iolanthe" by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
Samples from six of the songs but not including "March of the Peers" which is available here separately.
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and 4-valve Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone in bass clef.
The pieces are mostly choruses, providing much satisfaction for not much difficulty. Excellent for concerts and junior contests.
Duration: 4 minutes

ITALIAN CONCERTO BWV 971 by J.S. Bach, arranged by James Moule
This is one of J.S. Bach's most inspired works for harpsichord. It was published as part of the second book of Clavier-Ubung in 1735.
Scored here for two Bb cornets, horn (Eb or F), euphonium and 4-valve Eb tuba. This is a work for very capable musicians.
Total duration: 11'20" plus breaks

1st Mvt - Allegro
The declamatory opening returns in different guises, separated by contrasting sections. Various instruments get little solo passages.
The cornets sometimes get into an argument. Everyone has lots to do.
Comfortably pitched but very difficult. Excellent for concerts and contests.
Duration: 4 minutes

2nd Mvt - Andante
Highly decorated slow movement, virtually a solo for 1st Cornet with the other parts doing very little.
This is a slow movement so the 1st Cornet part is not as difficult as it looks, though it is still challenging.
Comfortably pitched but only included here for those wanting to play the complete concerto.
Duration: 3 minutes

3rd Mvt - Presto
Exuberant movement, full of scale runs. Includes a short fugal section (it's Bach!).
The easiest movement, comfortably pitched but still quite difficult. Excellent for concerts and contests.
Duration: 4'20" of less

"It Was Upon a Spring-tide Day" by Robert Lucas Pearsall, arranged by James Moule
Beginning in quasi-baroque style, this piece gathers momentum as it goes. Featuring great counterpoint and cascading runs.
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and Eb bass with extra parts for horns and Baritone in bass clef, etc.
Comfortably pitched and not difficult. Suits doubling (ten-piece group). Excellent for concerts and junior contests.
Duration: 2'40"

Kaiser Waltz by Johann Strauss II, arranged by James Moule
This is one of Strauss' most famous waltz settings, often known as "The Emperor Waltz".
Set for two Bb cornets, tenor horn, euphonium and 4-valve Eb bass, with extra parts. The original is over 11 mintes long but, by cutting repeats, all the waltzes are still featured.
Suitable for intermediate players, though the 1st Cornet part has some high notes.
Excellent for concerts and contests.
Duration: 5'40"

Landler by Franz Schubert, arranged by James Moule
Set for two Bb cornets, tenor horn, euphonium and 4-valve Eb bass, this is a cut-and-paste of two Schubert Landlers. Suitable for intermediate players, though the 1st Cornet part has some high notes.
Duration: 2'35"

LATIN QUINTET by James Moule
The Latin Quintet is a pastiche of three movements based on Latin American dance rhythms. Percussion parts using castenets, etc may be improvised to suit the beat of each piece.
Also available for full band on this site.

Bolero
Duration: 1 min 40s.

Lament
Also available as a euphonium solo. Duration: 2 mins 45s.

Rhumba

"Lilies White, Crimson Roses" by Luca Marenzio, arranged by James Moule
Marenzio was a prolfic late Renaissance composer of madrigals for community singers.
This short work requires great concentration to maintain an independent part.
Otherwise, fairly easy.
Duration: 2 mins 50s.

Londonderry Air Traditional, arranged by James Moule
Easy. Duration: 2'50".

Loud Voluntary by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
The source of this organ piece does not give the opus number.
This short fugue features Hesse's usual adventurous harmonies and ends triumphantly.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Suitable for pairing with others from this set for contests, especially the Praeludium Op.36 No.1.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched, though an Eb bass will need a 4th valve.
Duration: 2'05".

March D. 606 by Franz Schubert, arranged by James Moule
Working on the basis that, if it's a march, it should be played by brass, this version is based on popular piano piece "March in E Major".
Set for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb bass. Each part requires a competent player with an extensive range but otherwise, the piece is not very difficult. Good contest or concert piece.
Duration: 4 minutes.

"Marche" from "Fireside Harmonies" by Alfred Lefebure-Wely, arranged by James Moule
Firey march, the last of six written for the Mason & Hamlin organ company in 1867.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Some parts have some moderate challenges but all parts are comfortably pitched.
Suitable to pair with other pieces by this composer for concerts and contests.
Duration: 2 minutes.

"Marche" from "Six Morceaux" by Alfred Lefebure-Wely, arranged by James Moule
This is a cute little march in rondo form.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Most parts are moderately difficult. Suitable to pair with other pieces for concerts and contests.
Duration: 1'50".

Marche Celebre Op.113 No.3 by Franz Lachner, arranged by James Moule (after Lux & Custard)
Famous in his day, Lachner is largely forgotten now.
This rather repetitive march shares rhythms with the march in Mozart's "Marriage of Figaro".
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Comfortably pitched but some parts are moderately difficult.
Duration: 5'50"

"Marche Militaire" Op.28 No.12 by Alfred Lefebure-Wely, arranged by James Moule
This is the last of the Penses Musicales. This is hardly a march, let only military. It should have a 12/8 time signature.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Most parts are easy but there is the occasional challenging bit.
A substantial piece, suitable for concerts.
Duration: 5 minutes. Shorter if some repeats are ignored.

"Marche Militaire" from "Six Morceaux" by Alfred Lefebure-Wely, arranged by James Moule
This is a jaunty march with a lot of repetition.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Most parts are easy but 1st Cornet is moderately difficult.
Duration: 4 minutes.

Marche Militaire Op.51 by Franz Schubert, arranged by James Moule (after WT Best)
This famous piece has been arranged many times by others. This is based on an organ transcription.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Some parts are moderately difficult but others are simple.
Duration: 5 minutes

"Marche-Sortie" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
Jaunty march with repeated sections, similar to a rondo.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Some parts are moderately difficult but others are simple.
Duration: 2'30".

March of the Priests from "The Magic Flute" by W.A. Mozart, arranged by James Moule
Delightful short, reflective march which opens the second act of the opera.
Set for two cornets, Eb horn, euphonium and tuba (Eb or Bb).
Comfortably pitched and suitable for junior players who can play with sensitivity.
Duration: 2 minutes.

"Marcheta" by Victor L. Schertzinger, arranged by James Moule
Schmaltzy piece from the 1920s. Baritone / trombone can replace euphonium.
Comfortably pitched and suitable for junior players who can play with sensitivity.
Duration: 2'25".

"March of the Peers" from "Iolanthe" by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
"Loudly let the trumpet bray, Tan-tan-tara, tzing boom!"
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and 4-valve Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone in bass clef.
Sullivan's score for brass band is generally considered to be a "gut-buster" so a quintet is not going to be any less taxing.
Not difficult but 1st Cornet has several high As. Excellent for concerts and contests.
Duration: 5'30"

MASS IN B MINOR by J.S. Bach, arr. James Moule
Described by the Swiss publisher Nageli in 1817 as "..the greatest work of music of all ages and all peoples", it is not surprising that these pieces translate so well when played on brass.

Gratias Agimus
Basically the same piece as the "Dona Nobis Pacem" (see Full Band arrangements).
The piece begins solemnly and builds to a tremendous climax with the soprano cornet soaring above the other instruments.
Scored for soprano (Eb) cornet, two Bb cornets, tenor horn and euphonium but a baritone part is supplied for Part 4 in place of the tenor horn.
Note that this was first published in 2011 and some minor revisions were made in 2013.
Suitable for junior ensembles who can count four fast minims to a bar.
Duration: 2'20".

Et in Spiritum Sanctum
Scored for two Bb cornets, tenor horn, baritone horn and (4 valve) euphonium, this shortened version of the beautiful pastorale can be paired with the Gloria for an ideal concert or contest bracket.
As with all contrapuntal music, good counting is essential for everyone.
The range of some parts dictates fairly experienced players but otherwise, the piece is not difficult.
Duration: 2'10".

Gloria in Excelsis
Scored for two Bb cornets, tenor horn, baritone and 4-valve euphonium, this is a lively gigue canon, typical of Bach's keyboard suites.
The range for 1st cornet and tenor horn makes for some challenges and a 3rd cornet part is supplied in case your tenor horn section can't manage an A.
Duration: 2'20".

A Medley of Scottish Songs arranged by James Moule
This quintet + drums is derived from the older full band version on this site. The songs are "Annie Laurie", "Marie's Wedding", "Skye Boat Song", "Eriksay Love Lilt", "Road to the Isles" and "Loch Lomond". Apart from a few highish notes, not difficult.
Suitable for junior contests and an excellent concert item.
Duration: 4'20".

"Merrie England" Medley by Edward German, arranged by James Moule
Edward Jones was told that one had to have a foreign name if one wanted to do well in music so he changed his name to "German".
Today, he is dismissed as a pale imitator of Sir Arthur Sullivan. His reputation is not helped by some of the amateur productions on his operas.
This medley consists of five of the best songs from his most popular work:
* Entrance of Queen Elizabeth (suitable to be played separately)
* "Love is Meant to Make Us Glad"
* "The Yeomen of England" (famously recorded by Peter Dawson)
* "O Peaceful England"
* "The May Queen Comes"
Scored for standard quintet with extra parts for French Horn and BC Part 4 & 5.
Suitable for junior contests and an excellent concert item.
Duration: 7'30".

Mikado, The (Finale Act 1) by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
"The Mikado" has remained the most popular of the G&S operettas for over 150 years.
As with most G&S operettas, the Finale to Act 1 is operatic in character with a string or choruses and solos creating increasing tension.
This arrangement is scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone in bass clef.
There are other arrangements of other music from this opera on this site.
Excellent for concerts and suitable for intermediate players.
Duration: 5 minutes

Mikado, The (overture) by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
"The Mikado" has remained the most popular of the G&S operettas for over 150 years.
This arrangement of the Overture is scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone in bass clef.
There are other arrangements of other music from this opera on this site.
Excellent for concerts and suitable for intermediate players.
Duration: 5'30"

"Molly on the Shore" by Percy Grainger, transcribed by James Moule
Lively arrangement of folk song, set here for two cornets, baritone, euphonium and Eb bass. Alternate part 3 provided for tenor horn and bass clef parts for 3, 4 & 5. Parts 3 & 4 should be on different instruments so that there is contrast. For the same reason, Part 2 could be played on flugel. Not easy. Suitable for contests and an excellent concert item.
Duration: 4'30".

"Mother, I Will Have a Husband" by Thomas Vautor, transcribed by James Moule
Nice piece of Elizabethan counterpoint, set here for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb bass. Very comfortably pitched and suited to players of intermediate standard.
Duration: 2 minutes.

"Never Weather-Beaten Sail" by C. Hubert H. Parry, arranged by James Moule
Once dismissed as Victoria sludge, Parry's music has been revived and appreciated again in recent times.
Mostly remembered for the hymn "Jerusalem", Parry wrote extensively for keyboard and voice.
This beautiful five-part motet from "Songs of Farewell" is based on a poem by Thomas Campion.
Here, it is arranged with flexible scoring, ideally two Cornets, Horn, Baritone and Eb tuba. Concert pitch versions are provided where appropriate.
This is a test of expressive playing with much syncopation and speed changes.
Most parts test a full range of pitch. Good as a junior contest piece.
Duration: 2'45".

"Night" by Charles Gounod, arranged by James Moule
With frequent changes of articulation and dynamics, this cute little piece will test your group's ability to play with delicacy and finesse.
Scored here for two Cornets, (or cornet and horn), Baritone, Euphonium and Eb tuba. Concert pitch versions are provided where appropriate.
Not difficult and most parts have a narrow range of pitch. Good as a junior contest piece.
Duration: 3'10".

"Noel" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
No.7 of the "12 New Pieces for Organ", this is a reflective Christmas piece, not at all jolly.
Scored here for standard brass band and orchestral brass quintet.
Comfortably pitched and not difficult.
Duration: a tad over 4 minutes.

"O My Sweet Mary" by Sir John Goss, arranged by James Moule
This is very "churchy" for a love song but shows typical Goss mastery of harmony and counterpoint.
Scored here for two cornets, (or cornet and horn), two baritones (trombones) and Eb tuba / bass trombone. Concert pitch versions are provided where appropriate.
Not difficult and most parts have a narrow range of pitch. Good as a junior contest piece.
Duration: 2'45".

"Offertoire" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
This very beautiful piece is No.10 of the "Douze Pieces Nouvelles pour Orgue".
Scored here for standard brass band and orchestral quintet.
Not very difficult but the chromaticism requires careful reading.
Duration: 3'25".

Offertoire by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
This very beautiful and rather whimsical piece is No.3 of the "Dix Pieces pour Orgue".
Scored here for standard brass band and orchestral quintet.
Not very difficult but the chromaticism requires careful reading.
Duration: 2'35".

Offertoire by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
This very beautiful piece is No.4 of the "Dix Pieces pour Orgue".
Scored here for standard brass band and orchestral quintet.
Not very difficult but the chromaticism and frequent changes of tonality are challenging.
Duration: 3'45".

"Opossum Hunt" by Thomas E. Bulch
Hunting possums is illegal in Australia today (but not in New Zealand) and not very sporting. When this was written, before 1891, everything was fair game, even koalas.
Although this was published on march cards, it is a galop and would not be suitable for a street march. It is a great novelty piece.
This arrangement is set for the standard quintet pluc orchestral versions.
The only dynamics indicated in the original are the piano at letter E and the forte at the end of that section, plus the cresc. / dims.
Bob Pattie supplied the march card scans. Quite easy for most players. The speed is the editor's suggestion.
Duration: 2'15"

ORGAN CONCERTO Op.7 No.6 by G.F. Handel, arranged by James Moule
Handel wrote some 16 concertos for keyboard. These were played as interludes in his operas and were mostly arrangements of pieces published in other forms.
As English organs at the time did not have pedal boards, these pieces can be played on an electronic keyboard, harpsichord or piano (but a real pipe organ sounds best and can match brass accompaniment).
Good piece for an organ and brass concert.
Each movement here is scored for Eb cornet, Bb cornet, Flugelhorn, euphonium and Eb bass, with extra parts for french horn and tenor horn and bass clef euphonium and tuba.
The organ part is as written by Handel, who would have changed ornamentation in repeats.
Total playing time: about 8 minutes.

1. Pomposo
Jaunty, strutting movement with the band playing most of the time. This can be followed either by an improvisation by the organist or by another movement from a Handel concerto.
Duration: 3'30".

2. Sarabanda
Handel would have improvised a slow, highly decorated movement here. Your organist might do this or choose a suitable movement from another work, such as the one from Keyboard Suite No.4 offered here.
Duration: 1 minute

3. Rondo
A noble march-like movement.
Duration: 3'15".

"O Sing Unto my Roundeley" by Samuel Wesley, arranged by James Moule
Scored for standard quintet with extra horn and BC parts.
This a rather grim piece, featuring beautiful harmony that sounds well in a reverbant hall.
Comfortably pitched and suitable as a concert or contest piece.
Duration: 4'45"

Pastorale by Cesar Franck, arranged by James Moule
Scored for soprano, Bb cornet, flugel, baritone and Eb bass.
Reasonably straightforward except for some high notes here and there. The difficulty lies in playing delicately, lightly, something that brass band people don't do well.
Young players might not have the patience and sensitivity required to make this beautiful piece glow.
The MIDI file provided does not do the piece justice. Listen to some YouTube clips.
Duration: 9'25"

"Patience" (selections) by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
Based of five songs from this Savoy opera. Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and 4-valve Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone in bass clef.
The pieces are mostly choruses, providing much satisfaction for not much difficulty. Excellent for concerts and junior contests.
Duration: 4'40"

"Pavane pour une Infante Defunte" by Maurice Ravel, arranged by James Moule
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, 4-valve euphonium and 4-valve Eb bass.
"Pavane for a Dead Princess" is an early work for piano which Ravel later orchestrated using wind / brass instruments extensively and brilliantly.
This arrangement is much more difficult than it looks, requiring very sensitive playing over a wide pitch range and a wide dynamic range.
Duration: 6 minutes

"Phoenix March" by Josef Strauss, arranged by James Moule
Jaunty polka-style march.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Mostly easy but 1st Cornet has some ticky bits.
Duration: 2 minutes

Piece Canonique: No.2 from "Ten Pieces for Grand Organ" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
Short, gentle piece, suitable for coupling with one or two of the others in the set.
Scored for two cornets, horn, baritone and tuba with alternative versions provided for the lower three parts.
Quite easy.
Duration: 1'40"

"H.M.S. Pinafore" (selections) by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and 4-valve Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn, Bb Tuba and Baritone in bass clef.
The pieces are mostly choruses, providing much satisfaction for not much difficulty. Excellent for concerts and junior contests.
Used by St.George Brass to win Under 15 Ensemble event at the 2022 Metropolitan Solo and Ensemble Competition.
Used by a St.George team to win Under 16 Quintet at the 2022 Hunter Solos.
Duration: 3'25"

"Pirates of Penzance, The" (selections) by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and Bb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Eb Tuba. Bass clef versions of Tuba and Baritone parts are provided.
The pieces are mostly choruses, providing much satisfaction for not much difficulty. Excellent for concerts and junior contests.
Duration: 4'35"

Postlude by Alfred Lefebure-Wely, arranged by James Moule
This short piece begins as a pastorale and develops into a declamation.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Comfortably pitched and not difficult.
Duration: 2'25"

"Postlude Cantique" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
This is No.6 of the "Sept Pieces d'Orgue". Block harmony with a short fugal section.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Mostly easy but 1st Cornet has some high notes.
Duration: 3 minutes

Postludium by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
Hesse, now largely ignored, holds an important place in organ music.
This setting is scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Easy and a very pleasant concert piece.
Duration: 2 minutes

Postludium Op.37 No.6 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
The last of the Op.37 pieces features loud unisons interspersed with quite reflections.
This setting is scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Fairly easy and suitable for pairing with others from the set for concerts or junior contests.
Duration: 2'30

Praeludium Op.29 No.2 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This transcription of an organ piece produces a fiery opening for any concert.
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched.
Duration: 2 minutes.

Praeludium Op.36 No.1 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This transcription of the first number from this set of organ pieces is a grand concert opener.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb/Bb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Suitable for pairing with others from this set for contests. Consider the Loud Voluntary on this page.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched, though an Eb bass will need a 4th valve.
Duration: 2'15".

Praeludium Op.36 No.2 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This transcription of the second number from this set of organ pieces is a contemplative, rather sinister movement.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Suitable for pairing with others from this set for contests.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched.
Duration: 1'15".

Praeludium Op.37 No.1 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This is a rousing prelude with starkly contrasting dynamics.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Suitable for pairing with others from this set for contests.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched.
Duration: 3 minutes.

Praeludium Op.37 No.5 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This is a grand prelude with starkly contrasting dynamics.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Suitable for pairing with others from this set for contests.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched.
Duration: 3'30".

Prelude and Fugue Op.37 No.4 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
This is a major concert or contest piece, beginning with a menacing prelude, followed by a fugue which ends triumphantly.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Quite straightforward but contrapunctal, with parts requiring an extensive range.
Duration: 4'20".

Prelude & Fugue Op.39 No.1 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
It is a pity that Hesse is not well known, even among organists. His works are rarely heard.
This transcription of the first number from this pair of organ pieces is a grand concert opener.
The Prelude is just a short introduction to the Fugue which features the usual Hesse tortured harmonies.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb/Bb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched except for some high notes for 1st Cornet.
Duration: 3'50".

Prelude & Fugue Op.39 No.2 by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
The rather grim Prelude is followed by a dramatic Fugue whose subject has a rather wide range.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and 4-valve Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Fairly challenging but comfortably pitched. Good contest piece.
Duration: 5'40".

Prelude BWV 544 by Johann Sebastian Bach, arranged by James Moule
Scored for soprano cornet, Bb cornet, Eb horn, euphonium and Eb bass.
This is an arrangement of the organ Prelude in B Minor. Though comfortably pitched, it requires five strong players who can cope with the syncopation.
Great contest piece where longer time limits prevail. If sop hits that first note, the rest should follow.
Duration: 5'50"

PRELUDES Op.698 by Carl Czerny, arranged by James Moule
Czerny is best known for the thousands of studies that he wrote for piano.
As a pupil of Beethoven and a teacher of Listz, he holds an important place in music.
These short preludes were from a set of 20 written for organ.
Those suitable for brass quintet are all set here for the standard brass band and orchestral instruments.
These pieces could be played as a suite or separately.
Not the most exciting pieces on this site but very beautiful and good for developing the sound of the quintet.

Prelude No.1
Typical minuet-style piece of the late Classical period. Not difficult, apart from a few high notes in 1st Cornet.
Duration: 1'35"

Prelude No.2
Grand maestoso march. Good for a concert opener. Quite easy.
Duration: 1'15"

Prelude No.3
Very gentle movement. Quite easy.
Duration: 1'55"

Prelude No.4
Highly expressive, gentle movement. Not difficult.
Duration: 2'45"

Prelude No.5
Grand march, great as a concert opener or finish. Not difficult.
Duration: 2'15"

Prelude No.6
Highly expressive movement. Not difficult.
Duration: 2'15"

Prelude No.7
Andante espressivo. Quite easy.
Duration: 2 minutes

Prelude No.8
Andante movement in a hymn-like style. Quite easy but 1st Cornet has a few high notes.
Duration: 2'25"

Prelude No.9
Andante espressivo. Very dark in mood. Not difficult.
Duration: 2'35"

Prelude No.10
Lento e maestoso. An exercise in block harmony. Highly chromatic. A grand movement, comfortably pitched. Not difficult.
Duration: 3'10"

Prelude No.11 & No.13
Two very short, slow preludes. Easy
Duration: About 40 seconds each

Prelude No.12, 14 & No.16
Three very short preludes. Twelve and Sixteen are slow and expressive. No.14 is jaunty.
No.14 is a little more challenging than the others which are quite easy
Duration: About 30 seconds each

Prelude No.15
Maestoso. Another exercise in block harmony. Highly chromatic. A grand movement, comfortably pitched. Not difficult.
Duration: 1'30"

Prelude No.17
Andante. Very expressive movement, comfortably pitched though 1st Cornet has some high notes. Not difficult.
Duration: 1'50"

Prelude No.18
Lento. Very expressive movement, comfortably pitched and easy for all players.
Duration: 2'15"

Prelude No.19
Andante sostenuto. Very expressive movement with wonderful churning harmony. Comfortably pitched and not particularly difficult.
Duration: 1'40"

Prelude No.20
Maestoso. Extraordinary harmony. A grand movement to finish the set. Comfortably pitched. Not difficult.
Duration: 1'45"

"Pretty Creature" by Stephen Storace, arranged by James Moule
Stephen Storace (1762-1796) was an English composer who was famous for his light operas, now largely forgotten.
This is a charming little piece that can be played with great style by players with unexceptional ability.
Scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass. Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched.
Duration: about 2 minutes.

"Princess of Kensington" (selections) by Edward German, arranged by James Moule
This "fairy opera" by Basil Hood and Edward German (nee Jones) lacks the wit of WS Gilbert but some of the music is worth preserving.
This selection features the Overture (Bridal March), the beautiful part song "Who that Knows" and the wild finale "See the Rainbow Arch".
Not difficult and suitable for concerts and junior contests.
Duration: 5'30".

"Psalm 24" by Louis Spohr, arranged by Alexandre Guilmant & James Moule
This is a substantial work, originally choral and arranged for organ by Guilmant.
Set here for a standard quintet, both brass band and orchestral.
Not very difficult and suitable for concerts and junior contests.
Duration: 6'40".

"Queen of the North" by Alex Lithgow, arranged by James Moule
This is typical of the "Sousa of the Antipodes", composer of "Invercargill" and "Wairoa".
Written for the state of Queensland, this has become one of his most famous marches.
There are a few inconsistencies in the march card set, especially in dynamic markings and articulation.
The A4 set with score on this site corrects some of those but, where there is any chance that it might have been the composer's intention, the original is maintained.
This arrangement is set for a standard quintet with extra orchestral parts supplied.
Duration: 3'15"

"Queen of the Valley" by John Wall Callcott, arranged by James Moule
Dr.Callcott's glee for male voices is, here, set for the standard brass quintet: 2 cornets, tenor horn, baritone (trombone) and Eb Bass.
This is a straightforward piece, comfortably pitched. The several short solo passages and duets make this both an excellent training piece to develop sonority and a suitable contest piece for intermediate players.
Duration: 6'45" or 5 minutes without repeats.

"Repton" by Hubert Parry, arranged James Moule
Beautiful hymn tune in three verses, usually sung to the words: "Dear Lord and Father of Mankind", showing a different mood in each verse.
Set for the standard brass quintet: 2 cornets, Eb horn, baritone (trombone) and bass tuba. Extras provided.
This is a straightforward piece, comfortably pitched. Suitable as a warm-up piece.
Duration: 1'35"

"Roman March" Op.38 No.6 by Alfred Lefebure-Wely, arranged by James Moule
This is a jaunty march with a lot of repetition.
Scored for a standard quintet with brass band and orchestral brass parts provided.
Most parts are easy but 1st Cornet and Horn are moderately difficult.
Duration: 3'10"

Rosamunde Ballet Music by Franz Schubert, arranged James Moule
Set for the standard brass quintet: 2 cornets, Eb horn, baritone (trombone) and bass tuba.
This is a straightforward piece, comfortably pitched. It teaches attention to articulation and requires contrasting dynamics.
Suitable as a contest piece for inexperienced players. Both Eb and Bb bass parts are supplied, as is a French Horn part and Baritone part for Part 3.
Duration: 2'30"

"Royal Australian Navy" by Alex F. Lithgow, arranged by James Moule
This has become the official march of the RAN. It is rather difficult but professional musicians in the Navy Band would probably memorise it.
The (incomplete) march card set can be downloaded from https://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-2991743934
There are many inconsistencies in this set which have been rectified in the edition on this site.
Thank you to Wayne Shears for supplying missing parts.
This version is set for the standard quintet plus orchestral instrument parts.
Duration: 2'40"

"Ruddigore" (selections) by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
Sullivan's music cannot be blamed for the relative lack of popularity of this Savoy opera, which followed the enormous success of "The Mikado".
The tunes are catchy and the pieces are well-crafted. Though not well-known, they go together to make a suite with much variety.
This arrangement of the Overture and choruses is scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone in bass clef.
All parts are comfortably pitched but there are a few bars in each part which require some proficiency.
Excellent for concerts and suitable for intermediate players.
Duration: 5'20"

Schumann Fanfare arranged by James Moule
Easy fanfare for five or more instruments, based on themes from Schumann's Piano Concerto.
Duration: 22 seconds.

"Scottish Wedding" Trad, arranged by James Moule
Straightforward arrangement of this Scottish folk tune, designed to prelude Jerry Lanning's excellent arrangement of "O Waly Waly" (see Sibelius site).
Duration: 1 minute.

"The Shepherd's Pipes" Luca Marenzio, arranged by James Moule
Rousing piece from this prolific late-Renaissance composer of madrigals.
After a contemplative start, the mood changes, leading to an exciting finish.
Set here for a standard quintet but extra versions are provided for most parts. Works as a flexiset.
Generally comfortably pitch though the range of most players is tested.
Excellent contest or concert piece.
Duration: 2'35"

"Sigh No More, Ladies" by RJS Stevens, arranged by James Moule
With a title that demands appropriate punctuation, this short glee is suitable to partner a similar work in a concert.
Set here for a very flexible ensemble and suitable for doubling (nine- or ten-piece).
Comfortably pitched though the best combination is the standard brass quintet.
Duration: 1 minute.

Soldiers' Chorus from "Faust" by Charles Gounod, arranged James Moule
Set for the standard brass band quintet (2 cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb bass), this rousing march requires five strong players due to the wide range of some parts.
Suitable for high-level contests and a great concert piece.
Duration: 4 minutes

Sonata e Tre by Arcangelo Corelli, arranged James Moule
Based on the duet on this site, this is scored for a standard quintet with a very high Part 3 for Baritone thrown in extra.
This is an excellent contest piece with several contrasting sections, demonstrating technical proficiency, range and tone.
Used by St.George Brass Junior Quintet to win Yamaha Brass prize at 2021 Musica Viva Strike a Chord Chamber music competition.
Duration: 6 minutes

Sonatina from Cantata BWV 106 by J.S. Bach, arranged James Moule
This prelude from the Bach church cantata "God's Time is the Best" is scored for two cornets, tenor horn, eupho / baritone and Eb bass.It is excellent for developing mellow ensemble playing. Great as a warm-up or a concert opener. Easy.
Duration: 1'35"

Song of Australia by Carl Linger, arranged by James Moule
A nationalistic poem by Caroline Carleton won a competition in Gawler in 1859. Another prize was offered for suitable music and Linger won.
A plebiscite held in 1977 to choose Australia's national anthem was won by "Advance Australia Fair" (based on a German folk song),
ahead of "Waltzing Matilda" (based on a 19th century Scottish pop song) and "God Save the Queen" (England's anthem).
Although favoured by prominent musicians noting its harmonic possibilities, "Song of Australia" came 4th (behind "God Save the Queen"!).
The arrangement for standard quintet is a reduction of the full band version on this site.
Duration: 1'30".

"Song of the Golden Calf" from "Faust" by Charles Gounod, arranged James Moule
In Act 2, Mephistopheles calls for a path to be cleared for the Golden Calf. It is a furious aria in praise of greed and the new denizens of Hell that it brings. Set here for the standard quintet, it is pitched comfortably and only 1st Cornet and Baritone need be strong players. The lowest part is possible on euphonium and a CP part is provided for a bass trombone.
Duration: 2 minutes

"Songs from the Land of St.George" Traditional songs from England, arranged by James Moule
The full-band version of this suite of pieces was one of the earliest arrangements on this site. The songs are: "Oh, No John", "Widdicombe Fair", "Barbara Allan" and "Somerset Wassail". Strong players are required on 1st Cornet and Baritone parts but the other parts are straightforward. While the drums could be omitted, the excitement of the final section would be lost. The variety of moods make this an entertaining concert piece. It is suitable for junior contests.
Used by a team from St.George Brass to win the Under 15 Ensemble event at the 2021 Sydney Metropolitan Solo and Ensemble Competition.
Duration: 3'30"

"Sorcerer, The" (selections) by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
This, the first of the G&S full-length operettas, contains much good music that is not well-known.
There is variety of style, ranging from a minuet and a love song to the usual roaring gallop.
This arrangement of the choruses is scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone in bass clef.
All parts are comfortably pitched and suitable for intermediate players.
Excellent for concerts but perhaps a little long for most junior contests.
Duration: 6'30"

Spanish Dance No.1 from "La Vide Breve" by Manuel de Falla, arranged by James Moule
This exciting concert / contest piece requires precise and spirited playing from very competent players.
Duration: 3'30".

Spanish Dance No.2 by Moritz Moszkovski, arranged by James Moule
The five dances in this set are more Polish than Spanish. Most are dazzling but this one is contemplative.
Set for a standard quintet with extra parts supplied for French Horn, Trombone BC, Bb Tuba and Tuba BC.
Comfortably pitched and quite repetitive.
Duration: 4'30".

"Spoon River" by Percy Grainger, arranged by James Moule
All players have a chance to lead in this dramatic piece. Lots of dynamic contrast and changes of articulation.
Although best suited to two cornets, Eb horn, baritone and Eb bass, extra parts are supplied for French Horn, Baritone BC, Bb bass and Tuba BC.
The 1st Cornet and Bb Bass parts involve some high notes but most parts are rather low.
Duration: 3 minutes.

"Spring Returns" by Luca Marenzio, arranged by James Moule
A typical quintet from this prolific composer of madrigals of the late Renaissance.
Set for a standard quintet with extra parts supplied for French Horn, Trombone BC and Tuba BC.
Comfortably pitched and an excellent contest piece for intermediate players.
Duration: 3 minutes.

Study Op.91 No.13 by Moritz Moszkovski, arranged by James Moule
A contemplative study, reminiscent of Scriabin. The MIDI file has the semi-staccato notes too short.
Set for a standard quintet with extra parts supplied for French Horn, Trombone BC and Tuba BC.
Comfortably pitched and an excellent contest piece for junior players.
Duration: 3'20".

SUMMER LUNCH by James Moule
This three-part suite based on latin-American rhythms has a theme, lunch on a hot summer's day in Sydney, Australia, home of St.George Brass Band.
First course is a salad with fresh vegetables and perhaps a slice of cold meat or salmon.
Next comes seafood from the Sydney Fish Markets, in this case, a mussel not too keen to be eaten. We have to wash it down with a dry white from Margaret River.
Finally, we have the fruit of the season, mango from Queensland served with ice cream.
Scored for three Bb cornets, baritone, euphonium and percussion, with alternative parts supplied for tenor horn and Eb bass.
This was written for a junior group to play in competitions. Not much difficulty.
These pieces could be played as a suite or separately.

"Salad"
Salad is what you get when you cross a Samba with a Ballad.
The percussion part could be played on drums or temple blocks. This piece was used by St.George members in winning the Under 15 Ensemble section of the 2012 Metropolitan Championships.
Duration: Under 2 minutes.

"The Selfish Shellish"
Lazy, blues-style piece. Duration: 1 min 30s.

"Mango Tango"
Fast Tango. The percussionist should be given some freedom to improvise. Duration: 1'30".

"Sur la Montagne" Op.50. No.8 by by Alfred Lefebure-Wely, arranged by James Moule
The last of Les Chants du Soir set for harmonium is a gentle dance with echo effects.
Set here for the standard brass band and orchestral brass quintet with lots of alternative parts.
Comfortably pitched. Not difficult.
Duration: 1'30

"Sussex by the Sea" by by William Ward-Higgs, arranged by James Moule
This famous song of 1907 became the anthem of the county.
Set here for the standard brass band and orchestral brass quintet.
Not difficult.
Duration: 3'10"

"Take O Take Those Lips Away" by Robert Lucas Pearsall, arranged by James Moule
This beautiful glee requires sensitive and expressive playing.
Flexiset for 2 cornets, horn, baritone and tuba with extra parts including in concert pitch.
All parts are comfortably pitched and suitable for intermediate players.
Excellent for concerts and junior contests.
Duration: 2'20"

"Teddy Bears' Picnic" by John Bratton, arranged by James Moule
This famous song of 1907 has been available for brass band in various forms over the years.
This version is a tone lower than usual, giving a better range for some instruments.
Set here for the standard brass band and orchestral brass quintet.
Reasonably taxing for cornets.
Duration: 3'10"

"Theme Provencal Varie" by Theodore Dubois, arranged by James Moule
This is No.11 of "Douze Nouvelles Pieces pour Orgue".
The country aire undergoes several weird and wonderful harmonic variants.
Set here for the standard brass band and orchestral brass quintet.
All parts are comfortably pitched and suitable for intermediate players.
Duration: 3'35"

"Tales from the Vienna Woods" by Johann Strauss II, arranged by James Moule
Based on the duet on this site, this popular series of waltzes is set here for 2 cornets, horn, baritone and tuba with extra parts in concert pitch.
All parts are comfortably pitched and suitable for intermediate players.
Excellent for concerts and contests.
Duration: 4'15"

"Trial by Jury" (selections) by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
This, the first of the G&S successes, contains as much good music in 40 minutes as some 2 hour operas.
The tunes are catchy and the pieces are well-crafted. Though not well-known, they go together to make a suite with much variety.
This arrangement of the choruses is scored for two Bb cornets, Eb horn, Baritone and Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone in bass clef.
All parts are comfortably pitched and suitable for intermediate players.
Excellent for concerts and contests.
Duration: 3'15"

"The Trumpet Shall Sound" by G.F. Handel arr. Derek Moule
Great aria from "Messiah". Solo cornet needs stamina. Lowest part sounds well on second eupho (part provided). Melody (4th part) sounds best on trombone.
A version of this piece has been on this site for several years. It was revised in a better program in 2016 and a bass clef part added for the bass part. The two versions are NOT compatible.
Suitable for Christmas or Easter.
Duration: 4 minutes.

"Uncertain Light" by Robert Schumann, arranged by James Moule
Originally a setting for double quartet (octet) called "Ungewisses Licht", this quintet version for brass covers all parts.
Set for two cornets, tenor horn, euphonium and Eb bass, compared with a septet arrangement on YouTube.
All parts are fairly easy and comfortably pitched. Extra parts for French Horn, Trombone BC and Tuba CP provided.
Duration: about 2 minutes.

"Victoria" by Alex F. Lithgow, arranged by James Moule
Written to honour the Australian state rather than the Queen.
This is a well-known Lithgow march. Not difficult.
Set for the standard brass band quintet with orchestral brass parts also supplied.
Duration: 4'15"

"Victorian Rifles, The" by "Wilton Roche" (a.k.a. William Rimmer), arranged by James Moule
This setting for brass band quintet covers most of the features of this popular march.
Not very difficult.
Duration: 3'30"

"Voices of Spring" by Johann Strauss II, arranged by James Moule
Set for two cornets, tenor horn, euphonium and Eb bass, this is one of the best known works of Strauss.
Parts 1, 3 and 4 are quite difficult. Extra parts for French Horn, Euphonium CP, Bb Tuba and Tuba CP provided.
Duration: 5'30".

Voluntary in C by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
The source of this organ piece does not give the opus number. Transposed to Bb.
This is a rousing little piece, ideal as a concert opener.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched except for a couple of high As for 1st Cornet.
Duration: 2 minutes.

Voluntary in D Minor by Adolf Hesse, arranged by James Moule
The source of this organ piece does not give the opus number. Transposed to C Minor.
This short fugue is a good introduction to counterpoint for intermediate players.
Scored for two Bb cornets, horn, baritone (or similar) and Eb bass with orchestral brass parts an added extra.
Quite straightforward and comfortably pitched.
Duration: 2 minutes.

"Wandering in Close Harmony" by James Moule
Set for two cornets, tenor horn, trombone and Eb bass, this is another version of the quartet on this site.
Swing-style close harmony piece as typical of the 'forties.
Used for an International Jazz Day performance, this piece poses few difficulties.
Duration: 2'30".

"Wandering the King's Highway" by Leslie Coward, arranged by James Moule
This ballad of the 1930s was made famous by the Australian baritone, Peter Dawson.
I can find no biographical details of this composer; it might be that Dawson was the composer.
Set for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb bass, this is a straightforward, tuneful piece for concerts and suitable for junior contests.
Duration: 2'20".

"War March of the Priests" by Felix Mendelssohn, arr. Jay Lichtmann
The arranger has kindly granted permission for this transposition to be placed on our site.
This is a fairly easy piece. Works even better with all parts doubled (i.e. ten piece). Standard parts plus concert pitch trom and tuba.
Used by a St.George team to win Under 19 Ensembles at the 2019 Hunter Region Solos.
Duration: 3'10"

"Weary Wind of the West" by Edward Elgar, arranged by James Moule
Scored for the standard two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb bass, this beautiful choral piece is a great test of harmonious playing. Very much in the style of "Nymrod".
Not difficult.
Duration: 2'40"

"Wedding Day at Troldhaugen" by Edvard Grieg, arranged by James Moule
Scored for the standard two cornets, horn, 4-valve euphonium and tuba, this piece has contrasting sections.
The low Tuba part makes it best suited to a Bb instrument.
Ternary form with a coda, the march-like A-section is a foil for the lyrical B-section.
Articulation and dynamic contrast is central to the piece.
Challenging for the cornets but the other parts are not difficult.
Duration: 6 minutes

Wedding March from "A Midsummer Night's Dream" by Felix Mendelssohn, arranged by James Moule
The exit music for the traditional mid 20th Century "Wagner In, Mendelssohn Out" wedding. (See this site for Bridal March from "Lohengrin".)
Scored for the standard two cornets, horn, euphonium and tuba, with extra parts for orchestral brass.
Comfortably pitched and not very difficult.
Duration: About 6 minutes with all repeats.

"Westbury March" by Alex F. Lithgow, arranged by James Moule
Westbury is a historic town in Tasmania. Lithgow's descendants say that the march was composed in February 1913.
Written for military band, this setting is for the standard brass band quintet with extra parts for orchestral brass.
The full band score and parts are available on this site.
Duration: 3'35"

"When at Corinna's Eyes I Gaze" by Charles Hartford Lloyd, arranged by James Moule
Archaic in style for its time, this moving piece is good for training intermediate players.
Scored for two cornets, tenor horn, baritone and Eb bass.
Comfortably pitched for all players and not difficult.
Duration: 2'40".

"When the Saints Go Marchin' In" arranged by James Moule
Scored for three cornets, baritone and trombone with Eb 3rd part provided.
Fun and not difficult.
Duration: 1'45".

"When Winds Breathe Soft" by Samuel Webbe, arranged by James Moule
Originally for SATTB choir, this is an excellent contest piece for intermediate players.
Featuring six contrasting sections and several little solos and duets, this arrangement suits cornet, horn and trombone choir (or similarly pitched instruments).
Comfortably pitched and not difficult, though the lowest part is low for euphonium.
Duration: 4'20".

"Wine, Women and Song" by Johann Strauss II, arranged by James Moule
This arrangement is based on Strauss' own piano version. Scored for standard quintet with orchestral brass parts also supplied.
There is a long Introduction which could be omitted; the best known waltzes begin at Letter I.
This is a major concert piece but a gut-buster, especially for 1st Cornet who has lots of high notes.
Duration: 10'45" or 4'40" from Letter I.

"Why Should the Cuckoo's Tuneful Note" by Robert Lucas Pearsall, arranged by James Moule
This fine piece of imitation Handel is set for the standard quintet with alternate versions provided for four parts.
Comfortably pitched and not difficult. An excellent piece for junior contests and concerts.
Duration: 2'35".

"Yeomen of the Guard" selections by Arthur Sullivan, arranged by James Moule
Scored for two cornets, Eb Horn, Baritone and Eb bass with extra parts for French Horn and Baritone BC.
1st Cornet has a few high notes and other challenges but other parts are not difficult.
Suitable for concerts and contests.
Duration: 4'30".

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