A flute solo with orchestra presents itself with a sense of flair- much in a rhapsodic fashion. It has continual embellishment of the theme. Very merry! Very joyful!

For full orchestra the piece begins with a straight forward introduction and then settles into a solemn mood. The theme is first presented in the horns and then joined with the upper woodwinds. A transition is carried by the brass and then modulates upward where the woodwinds and strings burst forth with a decorated version of the melody supported by the full orchestra. The chordal structure and rhythms become stronger until it concludes on a strong resolute chord.

For full orchestra a poinant and touching rendition of this time-proven hymn. The arrangement paints a vivid picture of the cross.

An energetic medley of Hark the Herald Angels Sing, O Little Town of Bethlehem, We Three Kings, March of the Kings, and Behold That Star. Numerous tempo and meter changes present challenges, but no individual part is extremely difficult.

Orchestra

(B set)

(B set)

fl 1,2, ob 1,2, bassn, cl 1,2, trp 1,2,3, hn 1,2, tromb 1,2, tuba, timp, perc=(bells,mar, SD, BD, cym), vln 1,2, vla, ce, str bass, synth string reduction. “Ain’a That Good News” & “Were You There?”: “Ain’a That Good News” & “Were You There?”

flute 1,2, oboe, trumpet 1,2,3, horn 1,2,3, trombone 1,2,3, tuba, violin 1, 2, viola, cello, string bass, percussion (2 players): timpani, xylophone,: see info
suspended cymbal, rhythm: piano, bass, drums

flute 1,2, oboe, clarinet substitute for , oboe, trumpet 1,2,3, horn 1,2, trombone 1,2,3, tuba, violin 1, 2, viola, cello, string bass, percussion (3 players): bells, chimes, snare drum, timp., synthesizer string reduction

Flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, horn, trombone, tuba, (all winds are single parts), violin 1, 2, viola, cello, string bass, synthesizer string reduction