Colonial Song
Grainger writes "No traditional tunes of any kind are made use of in this piece, in which I have wished to express feelings aroused by thoughts of the scenery and people of my native land (Australia), and also to voice a certain kind of emotion that seems to me not untypical of native-born Colonials in general."
Originally scored in 1911 for soprano, tenor, harp and full orchestra in 1911 - arranged by Michael Allen from Grainger's piano score for brass ensemble.
Composer
Percy Grainger
Arranger
Michael Allen
Duration
5' 20"
Instrumentation
423.11 - B flat Piccolo Trumpet, E flat Trumpet, B flat Trumpet, Flugelhorn, 2 Horns, 2 Tenor Trombones, Bass Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba
Difficulty
Grade 4 - advanced college, university, or professional ensemble