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Composer: Gustav Holst

1. Chaconne

2. Intermezzo

3. March

Holst's First Suite in E-flat is one of the most influential works in the concert band repertoire. The optional percussion parts are taken directly from the manuscript and help add to the martial feel of the piece. A very exciting piece to perform and a delight for any audience.

Instrumentation
E-Flat Clarinet
5 B-Flat Clarinets
Alto Clarinet/Basset Horn
Bass Clarinet
Contrabass Clarinet/Contralto/String Bass

Optional Percussion
1 ? Side Drum, Triangle ? one player
2 ? Cymbals, Bass Drum, Tambourine ? two players
3 ? Timpani ? one player

Duration: 11:00

Difficulty: III