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Wassail
Arranged by Ryan James Brandau
A an irresistibly jolly setting of the Gloucester Wassail, with a vigorous (but playable!) fiddle-inspired accompaniment that builds throughout the arrangement and finally bursts into a spirited jig. Loads of fun for orchestra, chorus, and audience alike, this one is sure to have everyone’s toes tapping! Works well as a run-up to Auld Lang Syne.
Duration: ~3:58
Instrumentation: 2.2(Eng Hn).2.2 4.0.0.0 perc (2 or 3) harp strings
Chamber version: 1.1.1.0 1.0.1.0 perc (2), 2 keyboards, strings
Available as a movement in Joy to the World: a Christmas Suite
Full Score - Wassail for SATB, baritone, and orchestra
Digital file (PDF)
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An irresistible arrangement of the traditional Gloucester Wassail, with a toe-tapping, fiddle-like accompaniment that gradually transforms into a spirited jig. Sure to bring some rhythm and spirit to your winter concert!
Duration: 3:57
Instrumentation: 2.2(Eng Hn).2.2 4.0.0.0 perc (2 or 3) harp, strings
Vocal score available for purchase. Set of parts available for rental.
Also available as a movement in Joy to the World: a Christmas Suite
Vocal Score - SATB and baritone with piano orchestral reduction
Digital file (PDF) and permission to print copies as necessary
Vocal score with orchestral reduction. Not intended for piano-only performance.
Digital file (PDF) emailed to purchaser. Purchase entitles buyer to print copies as necessary.
Also available as a movement in Joy to the World: a Christmas Suite.
Score - Wassail for SSAA, piano, and fiddle
Digital file (PDF) and permission to print copies as necessary
Set of Parts - Wassail for SATB, baritone, and orchestra
Full set of hard copy parts for rental. String counts can be specified at checkout. Includes shipping fees to performer (not return shipping).
Set of parts (rental) for this irresistible setting of the Gloucester Wassail. Works beautifully before Auld Lang Syne.
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Duration - 3:58
Instrumentation - 2.2(Eng Hn).2.2 4.0.0.0 perc (2 or 3) harp, strings
Full score and vocal scores available for purchase.
Available also as a movement within Joy to the World: a Christmas Suite.
Full Score - Wassail for SATB, baritone, and chamber orchestra
Digital file (PDF) and permission to print
An irresistibly jolly setting of the Gloucester Wassail, with a vigorous (but playable!) fiddle-inspired accompaniment that builds throughout the arrangement and finally bursts into a spirited jig. Loads of fun for orchestra, chorus, and audience alike, this one is sure to have everyone’s toes tapping! Works well as a run-up to Auld Lang Syne.
Set of Parts - Wassail for SATB, baritone, and chamber orchestra
Set of digital parts (PDF).