Pomp and Circumstance nr.4 - Edward Elgar

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Pomp and Circumstance Op. 39 - Edward Elgar

The English composer Sir Edward Elgar wrote the five Pomp and Circumstance marches between 1901 and 1930, the time of the British Empire, when the colonial and strategic world power of England was at its peak. March No. 3 in C minor, although less well-known then March No.1, was regarded by the composer as the most successful of the marches in terms of composition technique and musical content. The dark colours of the minor tonality and the hopeful sounding cantabile theme are extremely impressive, giving the march its unique character. This is a great chance to bring British pomp andsplendour to your performance.

Pomp and Circumstance Theme in B-flat - Edward Elgar

Clare Grundman's arrangement of Pomp and Circumstance has become the standard for graduation ceremonies over the years. Now including a full score rather than just a condensed score, here is Elgar's familiar theme in all of itsstately and regal grandeur. (Grade 3)

Pompeii - Clinton Shorter

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Pompeii - Filip Ceunen

Filip Ceunen's latest concert piece takes us on a journey back through time and explore the ancient Italian city of Pompeii. Through three interlocking movements, the composer creates a musical tale of Pompeii's humble beginnings, its growth and splendour under Roman rule and, of course, the terrible eruption of Mount Vesuvius. This piece is ideally suited for both concerts and competitions alike, with its many contrasting musical characters and orchestration that brings each section of the band to the foreground. Powerful brass passages, lyric melodies in the woodwinds and exciting percussion sections make Pompeii an exciting musical mountain to climb.

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Pompeii - José Alberto Pina

Pompeii, from the Motion Pictures - Shorter

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Pompous Circus Dance - David Gorham

A musical play on words and music that is both quirky and humorous. See how long it takes before everyone figures out the musical "joke" thats being played here. Its a fun piece that is cleverly written and highly entertaining.

Ponderosa - Carl Strommen

The broad, chorale-like opening of Ponderosa brings to mind the wide and pristine prairie - the land of the American West. Full of great lines and fun sections, this saucy take on an Old American sound is sure to excite audiences and students alike.

Ponte Romano - Jan Van der Roost

This concert overture, which has the air of a symphonic poem, takes its inspiration from an ancient Roman bridge. A massive introduction, a threatening allegro and alternating virtuoso and chorale themes quickly succeed each other. Trombones and trumpets introduce a rhythmical theme which develops throughout all instrument groups. The allegro is characterised by a quasi-obsessive cadence which depicts a Roman army constantly beating time.

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