Chant
by Gary Ziek
Concert Band - Sheet Music

Concert band (Piccolo, Flute 1/2, Oboe 1/2, Bb Clarinet 1, Bb Clarinet 2, Bb Clarinet 3, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon 1/2, Alto Saxophone 1/2, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Bb Trumpet 1, Bb Trumpet 2, Bb Trumpet 3, Horn 1/2, Horn 3/4, Trombone 1, Trombone 2/3, Euphoni) - grade 5

SKU: CN.05421

Composed by Gary Ziek. Arranged by Moyer. Score only. Duration 8:10. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.05421).

The opening motive of Chant is stated in the solos in the trombone and horn. Shifting to a faster tempo, the theme goes through a variety of keys and instrumentation, placing heavy technical demands upon the entire ensemble. The atmosphere changes, as the chant theme is transformed into one hymn-like character, enhanced by the full ensemble with a variety of shimmering timbres in the piano and percussion. After an intense transition, the chant theme reappears, concluding the work with a sense of hope and jubilation.

The opening motive of Chant is stated in the solos in the trombone and horn. The ensemble begins a long crescendo, building to a powerful conclusion to the introduction. Shifting to a faster tempo, the theme goes through a variety of keys and instrumentation, placing heavy technical demands upon the entire ensemble. The atmosphere changes, as the chant theme is transformed into one hymn-like character. This idea is stated initially by the woodwinds and is soon enhanced by the full ensemble with a variety of shimmering timbres in the piano and percussion. The transition gradually grows in intensity, while progressing through a number of keys. The chant theme reappears in the new key of F major, concluding the work with a sense of hope and jubilation. Chant is the third movement of the Symphony for Winds and Percussion, composed in 1997.