2. Band/Orchestra/Ensemble
3. Concert Band
4. Concert Band Music Levels 3-4
5. 04002045

As All the Heavens Were a Bell (with Optional Chorus)

Commissioned as a tribute to the Fire Department of New York City, this immensely moving work was premiered at an emotional performance for the firefighters in Manhattan this past March. The composition opens with a striking brass fanfare accompanied by woodwind flourishes. A sensitive treatment of the melody from America (My Country, 'Tis Of Thee) follows using haunting vocal colors (cued in F Horns). The nation in turmoil is depicted in an intensely driving and powerful section which evolves marvelously into a full-blown treatment of America with chorus and band. A truly magnificent musical tribute to the heroes of 9/11.

Details

Publisher: Hal Leonard
Publication Date: 06/2002
Credits: (Bocook)
Length: 12.00 in.
Width: 9.00 in.
Series: MusicWorks Grade 4
Voicing: Score & Parts
Band Grade: 4

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