A three-part concertino for soprano saxophone and fanfare band.
1. Allegretto Grazioso
2. Andante Calme
3. Allegro Brillante
Demo score: → Concertino for Soprano Saxophone
Full Recording: CD → Brass aux Saxes plays Christiaan Janssen
Publisher: → Bronsheim Music
Juan Cabanilles (1644-1712) studied with Urban de Vargase and Jeronimo de la Torre, two organists at the Cathedral of Vienna.
In 1666 he was appointed as principal organist and remained in the position until his death. Cabanilles can be regarded as one of the most well known Valencian composers of music for the organ in the 17th century. He was ordained as a priest on 22 September 1668.
This is a very successful arrangement of one of his organ works and is suitable either for Wind band or Fanfare band.
Recording: (live) by Fanfare Brass-Aux-Saxes, Westerlo (B) – conducted by Jan van Hove.
Full Recording: CD ➞ “Ejala”
Publisher: → Bronsheim Music
Rubato was composed with the aim of creating a work which would bring a surprise to both musicians and audiences each time it was performed.
The musical term “rubato” or “tempo rubato” proved very suitable for this. The Italian term “tempo rubato” literally means stolen time. In performance it is the practice of altering the relationship between written note-values and making the pulse flexible by accelerating and slowing down the tempo. The fact that there are more types of rubato creates an enormous potential for different performances as long as the musical logic is respected.
Rubato is a challenging work full of artistic tension. There is a solo-like introduction. Four saxophone soloists have to try to ensure that one saxophone comes into being with one opinion as to the chosen tempo rubato.
After the introduction the flugelhorn initially plays the main theme which continually transforms during the piece. Different soloists take over from the flugelhorn which results in a majestic repetition of the original theme.
Recording: (live) by Fanfare “Brass-aux-Saxes” Westerlo (B) – conducted by Jan van Hove.
Demo Score: ➞ Rubato for Fanfare
Publisher: → Bronsheim Music
Was composed in 2010 and is a large-scale work which recalls memorable moments. This work can be used in concerts as well as in memorial services.
Two complementary themes alternate in various ways and co-operate, in a sort of cortège, working towards a grandiose climax, after which the piece ends in silence. A beautiful composition, masterfully orchestrated.
Recording: by Musique Militaire Grand-Ducale, Luxembourg (L) – conducted by Captain Jean-Marie Thoss.
Full Recording: CD ➞ “One Day at Sea”
Demo Score: ➞ La Melodia Mémorable (wind band version), → La Melodia Mémorable (fanfare band version)
Publisher: → Bronsheim Music
Is a work in three movements for a Fanfare Orchestra, which throws some light on the phenomenon stress.
1st movement: Stress
2nd movement: Cooling Down (just catching your breath)
3rd movement: Working Off (dealing with stress)
Recording: (live) by Fanfare “Brass-aux-Saxes” Westerlo (B) – conducted by Jan van Hove.
Demo Score: ➞ Just Working Off
Publisher: → Bronsheim Music
Suite for wind ensemble.
2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 4 horns, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone and string bass.
1) Sunrising
2) On the Market
3) Ride to the hounds
4) Love Song
5) Festiva
Publisher: → Bronsheim Music
Suite for wind ensemble.
2 flutes, 3 clarinets, bass clarinet, saxophone alto, saxophone tenor, 2 horns.
1) Prelude
2) Scherzo
3) Interlude
4) Finale.
Publisher: → Bronsheim Music
Suite for wind ensemble.
2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns.
1) Andante Cantabile
2) Allegretto Giocoso
3) Andante Colore
4) Allegro Follemente
Publisher: → Bronsheim Music