Introduction to the National Anthem
by William Walton
Brass Ensemble - Sheet Music

Brass Ensemble 3 C or B-flat Tpt., 3 Tbn., Perc. - Medium

SKU: WO.0305

Composed by William Walton. Ceremonial fanfare. Light Concert. Score and parts. With Standard Notation. Duration 0:35. Winwood Music #0305. Published by Winwood Music (WO.0305).

Even before Sir Robert Mayer’s centenary concert in 1979 Christopher Morris of OUP wrote to Walton on 3 April 1979 suggesting that he recast the Salute for Sir Robert Mayer fanfare for three trumpets and three trombones, with a view to publication and further performances. Walton sent back his rearrangement (lightly revised) with the proofs of the Salute, and the score was published under its new title on 5 June 1980. In 1988 it was included as an introduction to the first publication of Walton’s 1953 arrangement of the national anthem. An anonymous editorial note suggests that when the pieces are played together Walton’s introductory bar to the anthem should be omitted, following the roll on the snare drums.