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The five virtuosi of Canadian Brass have made the brass quintet an exciting vehicle for serious
concert music. The quintet — now in its 34th season — consists of Joe Burgstaller, trumpet; Stuart
Laughton, trumpet; Jeff Nelsen, French horn; Gene Watts, trombone; and Chuck Daellenbach on tuba.
The group has a long history of recording classical repertoire. They have a special affinity for
Baroque music, which requires the brilliance and musical structure that has become the Canadian
Brass’ trademark.
Their more than 50 recordings to date include works by Purcell, Vivaldi, Gabrieli, Pachelbel,
Beethoven and Wagner — all in meticulously crafted transcriptions that are setting new musical
traditions in brass performance.
In addition to their performances and recordings of classical music, Canadian Brass has also become
highly influential in the traditional Christmas music arena. Their majestic performances and
arrangements of classic holiday favorites including 'O Holy Night' and 'We Three Kings' have moved
thousands of brass instrument connoisseurs.
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Digital Brass Quintet Collections:
Each collection below contains the complete score as well as individual trumpet, french horn, trombone and tuba parts in reduced-price
packages. Separate scores and parts are also available, linked from within the collection's product display page.
Lo, How a Rose E're Blooming
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This arrangement of the classic Christmas piece opens with a solo trombone introduction, followed by beautiful harmonies
from all five brass parts. As an added bonus, this collection includes an optional voice line in the score, making it
a perfect performance piece for those instances where your quintet has the opportunity to work with a vocalist, such as
at a church services, etc.
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O Holy Night
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The quintessential religious Christmas piece, this brass quintet arrangement by Christopher Dedrick captures
the beauty and spirit of the true Christmas season, and will quickly become the only way it should be performed
by any serious quintet.
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Sleigh Runners
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Though it may not be as broadly recognized as perennial favorites like 'O Holy Night,' this fantastic arrangement by Christopher Dedrick
of the traditional holiday piece 'Sleigh Runners' is a sure-fire hit for quintets looking to add a bit of spice to their
repertoire. The bright runs across all instruments will liven up any performance, as well as add a bit of extra challenge
to your playing. As an added bonus, this arrangement also includes an optional percussion line in the score.
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We Three Kings
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One of the classic Christmas Carols, this quintet arrangement (again, arranged by none other than Christopher
Dedrick) not only captures the essence of the season, but includes a marvelous tuba solo intro sure to give your
holiday performance a bit of extra flair (not to mention giving your tuba player an extra workout!).
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Digital French Horn Quartet Collections:
Each collection below contains the complete score as well as each individual horn part together in reduced-price
packages. Separate scores and parts are also available, linked from within the collection's product display page.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
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This traditional English carol has become one of the most popular carols of the Christmas season, most notably for the wonderful
harmonies it features when performed by multiple musicians or vocalists. The Canadian Brass arrangement for horn is no
different - creating one of the more dynamic and beautiful performances available for this piece.
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Jingle Bells
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Though considered one of the more simplistic holiday pieces, the Canadian Brass horn arrangement of 'Jingle Bells'
takes this favorite to a new level of performance with beautiful harmonies perfectly complementing the classic
melody line.
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O Come All Ye Faithful
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For those looking to go with a contemporary and conservative Christmas theme, one can't do much better than this
absolutely beautiful arrangement of 'O Come All Ye Faithful.' Though not particularly difficult, it again retains
the majesty of the classic piece, utilizing the harmonic beauty of multiple horns playing in unison.
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What Child Is This? / Coventry Carol
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A perfect selection for closing your performance (or anytime, for that matter), this medley of the traditional holiday
favorites 'What Child is This' and 'Coventry Carol' is a true embodiment of the Christmas spirit - especially when
performed as arranged with a full horn quartet.
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