Air and Variations

"Air and Variations" is designed to expose students to the variation form through the use of contrasting styles, tempi and meters. The work opens with a statement of the theme presented by flute, clarinet and trumpet in legato, lyric style.

Variation 1 is a "toccata" featuring marcato eighth notes, providing a rhythmic version of the theme. Variation 2 is a "romance" with the theme presented in a slow, expressive setting. Variation 3 is a gently lilting "waltz" with the theme appearing in flutes and trumpets. Variation 4 is a stately, triumphant processional-style "march" which provides the conclusion of the work.

Including:

• Score
• Flute
• Oboe
• Bassoon
• B-flat Clarinet 1
• B-flat Clarinet 2
• E–flat Alto Clarinet
• B-flat Bass Clarinet
• E-flat Alto Saxophone 1
• E-flat Alto Saxophone 2
• B-flat Tenor Saxophone
• E-flat Baritone Saxophone
• B-flat Trumpet 1
• B-flat Trumpet 2
• F Horn
• Trombone 1
• Trombone 2
• Euphonium T.C.
• Euphonium B.C.
• Tuba
• Percussion
• Timpani & Bells