Angels we have Heard on High: Quintet

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Instrumentation: Brass Quintet
Year: 2021
Duration: 3 min 30 sec
Price: $10.99

Program Notes

'Angels we have Heard on High' is a popular hymn for the Christmas season as the text describes the joy and excitement over the birth of Jesus Christ. The original composition 'Gloria' is actually a popular French noel tune. The text was added later paraphrased for english by James Chadwick. This is a great choice as an opening hymn on Christmas day, but can be performed throughout the Christmas season as well.

The arrangements' structure is closely related to a traditional service, with the introduction being the refrain of the actual hymn. This refrain is the most recognizable section of the whole song, showing intimacy with the closely related counterpoint. Since the refrain repeats itself twice, the first statement is almost an exact copy of the original hymn, and the second has altered harmonies. These altered harmonies help intensify the music even more and enhance the intimate atmosphere.

While all of the stanzas have references to scripture, the the third verse of the arrangement deals with the description of Jesus and his role for the future. With this, it has a more intimate and heroic character rather that just joyous. Performers are allowed to end after the third stanza if it fits the desired service. The musicians may also skip the third stanza if they want to keep the energy high.

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Parts include Bb Trumpet parts. C Parts can be included upon request. (Reach out to for more info)

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Title: Angels we have Heard on High: QuintetInstrumentation: Brass QuintetDuration: 3 minutes 30 secondsYear of Composition: 2021Price: $10.99Availability: Available for purchasePurchase Link: Buy Now HereScore PDF: /pdfs/Angels we have Heard on High [Brass Quintet] - Full Score.pdfPerformance Notes: Includes Bb Trumpet parts. C Parts can be provided upon request.Program Notes:
'Angels we have Heard on High' is a widely recognized hymn associated with the Christmas season, celebrating the joy surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ. The original composition, known as 'Gloria,' is a traditional French noel tune, with English paraphrasing by James Chadwick added later. This arrangement serves as an excellent choice for an opening hymn on Christmas Day, but it is also suitable for performances throughout the Christmas season.

The structure of the arrangement mirrors that of a traditional service, beginning with the hymn's refrain, which is the most recognizable section of the song. The refrain appears twice, with the first statement closely resembling the original hymn, while the second introduces altered harmonies that heighten the music's intensity and enhance the intimate atmosphere.

All stanzas reference scripture, with the third verse elaborating on Jesus and his future role, giving it a more intimate and heroic character rather than solely joyous. Performers have the flexibility to conclude after the third stanza if it aligns with the service's needs or to omit the third stanza to maintain a high-energy performance.

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