From the Publisher
This piece is named after St. Machar’s Cathedral in Aberdeen. It has two distinctive spires and stands in the old part of the city. It was commissioned by the Sospiri Wind Ensemble, specifically asking for tuneful, lyrical music that evokes countryside and space. The piece has a lively and folk-like feel with a gentle middle section. It has colourful scoring with a view to the equal involvement of all five performers.
Performance duration (approx): 4'
Difficulty guide: 5-6
Difficulty level, roughly compared to ABRSM exam grades. 0 is total beginner, 9 is advanced (beyond grade 8).
Item Details
Our Stock Code: 1472639Instrumentation
- Part 1: Flute
- Part 2: Oboe
- Part 3: Bb Clarinet
- Part 4: French Horn
- Part 5: Bassoon
Category: Music for Wind Quintet
Publisher: Forton Music
Publisher's reference: FM935
Media Type: Paperback - Score and parts
Country of Origin: UK Mainland
HS Code: 49040000
