Armenian Dances, Part I

Title: Armenian Dances, Part I
Level: Grade 5
Composer/Arranger: Alfred Reed
Publisher: -
Classification: -
Instrumentation: Standard
Source: WWW submission
General Comments: This wonderful work, dedicated to Harry Begian and the Michigan State University Band, is a wonderful work containing various folk songs from Armenia. Set for modern concert band instrumentation, it requires players adept at rhytmic variety (5/8, varying between 2+3 and 3+2) and musical sensitivity. Outstanding Oboe, Alto Saxophone, Trumpet and Horn soloists are vital. The clarinet section MUST be able to move their fingers! This piece is a must for all serious band programs.

Submitted by: Bell, John
Park Hill High School, MO

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Title:	Armenian Dances, Part I
Level:	Grade 5
Composer/Arranger:	Alfred Reed
Publisher:	-
Classification:	-
Instrumentation:	Standard
Source:	WWW submission
General Comments:	This wonderful work, dedicated to Harry Begian and the Michigan State University Band, is a wonderful work containing various folk songs from Armenia. Set for modern concert band instrumentation, it requires players adept at rhytmic variety (5/8, varying between 2+3 and 3+2) and musical sensitivity. Outstanding Oboe, Alto Saxophone, Trumpet and Horn soloists are vital. The clarinet section MUST be able to move their fingers! This piece is a must for all serious band programs.