Broken Sword
COMPOSER:
Kevin Houben
PUBLISHER:
Scherzando
PRODUCT TYPE:
Set
INSTRUMENT GROUP:
Brass Band
The Broken Sword is one of the five ceremonial swords kept in the Tower of London and is used during the coronation of a new king or queen. Legend has it that an angel broke off the tip of the sword in an effort to prevent an unjust killing. Composer Kevin Houben lets his music retell this
Specifications
Composer | Kevin Houben |
Publisher | Scherzando |
Instrumentation | Brass Band |
Moeilijkheidsgraad orkest | Grade 3 |
Product Type | Set |
Instrument Group | Brass Band |
Year of Publication | 2013 |
1st Recorded on CD | DHR 03-061-3 |
Genre | Concert Piece |
ISMN | 9790035224656 |
Series | Scherzando Concert Works |
No. | 1930-13-030 S |
Definitive Duration | 00:11:45 |
Description
The Broken Sword is one of the five ceremonial swords kept in the Tower of London and is used during the coronation of a new king or queen. Legend has it that an angel broke off the tip of the sword in an effort to prevent an unjust killing. Composer Kevin Houben lets his music retell this intriguing legend. Broken Sword resembles a film score in many ways and will paint vivid images as the band plays its way through the legend. Many different moods create a contrast-rich work that makes for an exciting listening and playing experience every time!
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