Battle Cry of Freedom

Battle Cry of Freedom makes use of the full colors and sonorities of the concert band. This exciting setting has a variety of textures. There is lead material in all parts, and a very active percussion section that contributes to the powerful impact of this meaningful work.

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard
Level: 2.5 | Duration: 5:30

Instrumentation
Piccolo (optional)
Flute 1/2
Oboe
Bassoon
Clarinet in Bb 1
Clarinet in Bb 2/3
Eb Alto Clarinet
Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone 1/2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone

Trumpet in Bb 1
Trumpet in Bb 2/3
Horn in F
Trombone
Euphonium
(Baritone T.C.)
Tuba

Mallet Percussion [2 players] (Vibraphone, Bells, Xylophone, Marimba)
Timpani (4)
Percussion 1 [2 players] (Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Crash Cymbals, Large Triangle, Claves, Gong)
Percussion 2 [2 players] (4 Toms, Suspended Cymbal)

Program Notes
Dedicated to the Lamar Junior High School Honors Band
Rosenberg, TX, Kevin Cranston, Director