Peaceful Anthem, A (Band Gr. 3)

A Peaceful Anthem explores themes of serenity and unity through the rich sound of the concert band. Inspired by the idea of creating a moment of calm and reflection, this composition invites the listener on a musical journey imbued with gentleness and harmony.

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard
Series: N/A
Level: 3 | Duration: 3:30

Instrumentation
Conductor's Score (8.5"x11" stapled booklet)

Flute 1 & 2
Oboe
Bassoon
B-flat Clarinet 1
B-flat Clarinet 2 & 3
B-flat Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone 1
Alto Saxophone 2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone

B-flat Trumpet 1
B-flat Trumpet 2 & 3
F Horn 1
F Horn 2
F Horn 3
Trombone 1
Trombone 2 & 3
Euphonium B.C.
B-flat Euphonium T.C.
Tuba
String Bass

Timpani (4 drums)
Glockenspiel
Snare Drum
Percussion: Bass Drum, Cymbals, Triangle, Temple Blocks, Wind Chimes

Program Notes
A Peaceful Anthem explores themes of serenity and unity through the rich sound of the concert band.

Inspired by the idea of creating a moment of calm and reflection, this composition invites the listener on a musical journey imbued with gentleness and harmony.

Through A Peaceful Anthem, the composer seeks to offer a moment of respite, a break in the tumult of everyday life, where music becomes a means of escape and comfort. This work is a celebration of simple beauty and hope, universal values that we all share. This work was commissioned by the Chambray-les-Tours music school to celebrate the anniversary of its creation.