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Title	A Medieval Christmas
Article no.	4041750
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Christmas music (orchestra instrumentation)
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Country of publication	United Kingdom (uk)
Publisher *	Anglo Music Press
Publisher's article no. *	AMP 324-010
Delivery publisher *	Hal Leonard Europe
Series title	Midway Series
EAN (GTIN) *	9790570299294
ISMN *	979-0-57029929-4
Year of publication	2011
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Composer	Sparke, Philip
Difficulty level	3
Evaluation level of countries	D3 (German medium level)
Duration	6:40
Additional info/contents	Christmas is full of customs and traditions, both old and new. This is especially evident in Christmas songs, some of which have been part of Christian worship for centuries. A Medieval Christmas combines three ancient melodies that are still popular around the world today. Philip Sparke chose Gaudete, a song for prise from the middle ages, Coventry Carol, an English song from the 14th century , and In dulci jubilo, which can also be traced to the 14th century, to form this joyous suite.

No.	Track title	Duration	Sound sample
1	Gauderte	1:50
2	Coventry Carol	2:45
3	In dulci jubilo	3:00

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Programme notes *: The Christmas suite "A Medieval Christmas" for wind orchestra by Philip Sparke is an impressive work that captures the atmosphere and charm of medieval Christmas. The suite consists of three movements, each of which presents its own musical interpretation of a traditional Christmas melody. The first movement, "Gaudete", opens the suite with a lively and jubilant character. The Latin text, performed by the vocalists of the wind band, proclaims the joy of the birth of Christ. The music is full of energy and festive enthusiasm, with rhythmic motifs and lively melodies that paint the picture of joyful celebration. The second movement, "Coventry Carol", offers a contrasting and thoughtful moment within the suite. This touching medieval melody evokes the grief and suffering of the mothers of Bethlehem as they mourn their children. Sparke captures the intensity and feeling of desperation in this poignant rendition, characterized by gentle harmonies and delicate melodies. The third and final movement, "In dulci jubilo", returns to a festive and joyful tone. This well-known Christmas melody is presented with a lively and rousing swing that invites listeners to sing along and dance. Sparke gives the piece a dynamic and colorful orchestration that expresses the joy and happiness of the Christmas season. Overall, "A Medieval Christmas" is a remarkable suite that captures the diversity and richness of Christmas music from the Middle Ages. Philip Sparke masterfully interprets and presents the various moods and emotions of these traditional melodies, creating a moving and enthralling musical experience for wind orchestra and listeners alike. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI) Information: Anglo Music Press

	Format
	A Medieval Christmas (concert/wind band), full score and parts
	A Medieval Christmas (concert/wind band), full score
	Christmas Brass, audio CD
	Pierus Magnus: Best Selections for Concert Band, 2 CDs  Click here to download individual tracks or entire album at
	Wind Sketches: The Music of Philip Sparke, audio CD

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