Nimrod Enigma Variation 9, Edward Elgar arr. David Marlatt. Brass quintet and Timpani

Enigma Variation #9
Nimrod

Details
 
Composer: Elgar, Edward
Arranger: Marlatt, David
Setting: Brass Quintet & Timp (opt.)
Grade: Medium-Difficult
Duration: 3:30 min.

Description

Elgars haunting melody flows through the ensemble finally reaching the climax at the very end. This is a great piece to show off the ensembles musicality, blend and balance.
The solo line is passed around the ensemble from the horn to the flugel/trombone to the trumpet.
The arranger recommends the use of flugel horn to allow for a greater variety of colours. The trumpet part captures many of the oboe lines and therefore adds extra brightness to contrast the blending of the horn, flugel and low brass.