Description
Duration 3:30 min
Have you ever felt so happy you simply couldn’t contain it? Euphoria is an emotional state characterised by an intense sense of joy and excitement, a feeling which can be fulfilling or completely overwhelming. In this work for Level 4 concert band, both ensemble and audience are swept along on an emotional rollercoaster where a relentless and urgent groove builds momentum toward a musical explosion of irrepressible joy.
The rhythmic base which underpins the work presents an opportunity for student or community musicians to explore 10/8 grooves and changing time signatures.
Instrumentation
Picc, Flute 1 2, Oboe, Bassoon 1 2, Bb Clarinet 1 2, Bass Clarinet, Alto Sax 1 2, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax, F Horn 1 2 3 4, Bb Trumpet 1 2, Trombone 1 2, Bass Trombone, Euphonium (BC & TC), Tuba, Timpani, Marimba, Snare Drum, Bass Drum