Simple Gifts

From Wind Repertory Project
Andrew Balent

Folk song arranged by Andrew Balent


General Info

Year: 1848 / 1986
Duration: 2:45
Difficulty: II (see Ratings for explanation)
Publisher: Carl Fischer
Cost: Score and Parts (print) - $60.00   |   Score Only (print) - $10.00


Instrumentation

Full Score
Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
B-flat Soprano Clarinet I-II
E-flat Alto Clarinet
B-flat Bass Clarinet
E-flat Alto Saxophone
B-flat Tenor Saxophone
E-flat Baritone Saxophone
B-flat Trumpet (Cornet) I-II
Horn in F
Trombone I-II
Euphonium
Tuba
Percussion I-II, including:

  • Bass Drum
  • Bells
  • Crash Cymbals
  • Snare Drum
  • Triangle


Errata

None discovered thus far.


Program Notes

Simple Gifts is a traditional folk hymn from the Shaker religious group. This arrangement should be prepared for performance with careful attention given to the contrasting styles, articulations and dynamics.

- Program Note from score


Media

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State Ratings

Southern California School Band & Orchestra Association - D


Performances

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