Sempre Avanti

Conveying a spirit of hope and inspiration, this powerful overture (translated Ever Forward) features a diverse mix of styles and moods. The opening fast theme scored for the full ensemble is rich with vitality and drive. A legato middle section trades themes from section to section and provides a variety of dynamic and emotional contours. The final fast section starts quietly propelled by an incessant timpani figure, then steadily builds to an impressive full band conclusion. Dur: 5:45 (Grade 4).

Instrumentation: * 1 - Full Score - 1 - Piccolo * 4 - Flute 1 * 4 - Flute 2 * 1 - Oboe 1 * 1 - Oboe 2 * 1 - Bassoon 1 * 1 - Bassoon 2 * 4 - Bb Clarinet 1 * 4 - Bb Clarinet 2 * 4 - Bb Clarinet 3 * 2 - Bb Bass Clarinet * 2 - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 * 2 - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 * 2 - Bb Tenor Saxophone * 1 - Eb Baritone Saxophone * 3 - Bb Trumpet 1 * 3 - Bb Trumpet 2 * 3 - Bb Trumpet 3 * 2 - F Horn 1 * 2 - F Horn 2 * 2 - Trombone 1 * 2 - Trombone 2 * 2 - Trombone 3 * 2 - Baritone B.C. * 2 - Baritone T.C. * 4 - Tuba * 1 - String Bass * 1 - Timpani * 6 - Percussion