One of the numerous functions of a New Orleans brass band is to provide music for a funeral procession. For these occasions Gospel or Spiritual music is typically used. Our arrangement of When the Saints seeks to capture the occasion – slow and reflective music on the way to the burial, faster and more joyful music for afterwards (as the life of the deceased is celebrated).
Part of a collection of thirty original compositions and arrangements entitled Ba-Da-Boom Brass.
Inspired by the heritage and culture of world and historical brass-related styles.
We hope this repertoire will prompt a growing inquisitiveness for brass players of all ages and styles and was created with a brass club or gathering in mind.
Set at a moderate / training band standard, these pieces can be played by a flexi group of mixed brass instruments plus assorted optional percussion.
A minimum of 4 brass players is necessary, but the maximum is limitless.
All 4 brass voices have occasional divisi passages; in these instances more texture and harmonic colour is added.
In the instance of using just four brass players, playing just the top part in each case will provide a cohesive performance.
