Eye of the Falcon

From Wind Repertory Project
Ed Huckeby

Ed Huckeby


General Info

Year: 2008
Duration: c. 6:30
Difficulty: III (see Ratings for explanation)
Publisher: C.L. Barnhouse
Cost: Score & Parts - $76.00   |   Score Only - $8.00


Instrumentation

Full Score
Piccolo
Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
B-flat Soprano Clarinet I-II-III
E-flat Alto Clarinet
B-flat Bass Clarinet
E-flat Alto Saxophone I-II
B-flat Tenor Saxophone
E-flat Baritone Saxophone
B-flat Trumpet I-II-III
French Horn I-II-III-IV
Trombone I-II-III
Euphonium
Tuba
String Bass
Timpani
Percussion I-II-III-IV, including:

  • Bass Drum
  • Cymbals (crash and suspended)
  • Glockenspiel
  • Snare Drum
  • Triangle
  • Tubular Bells
  • Wind Chimes
  • Xylophone


Errata

None discovered thus far.


Program Notes

This creative new composition by Ed Huckeby incorporates an intriguing combination of dramatic harmonies and syncopated melodic lines which makes it fascinatingly memorable, yet different and unique. From the bold opening, through the lively melodic and slower lyrical sections, to the powerful conclusion, this exciting new piece is sure to become a favorite of both performers and listeners.

Eye of the Falcon was commissioned for the 50th Anniversary of Blach Intermediate School, Los Altos, California. The work was premiered on April 25, 2008 by the Blach Intermediate School "Falcon" Band, Vivian McNulty, conductor.

Program Note from Publisher Web-site


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