Symphonic Variants (Based on "Ode to Joy" from Symphony No. 9)

Composer: Beethoven Ludwig van
Arranger: Douglas E. Wagner
Instrument: Concert Band
Publisher: Alfred Music
Difficulty: 0.5 (Very Easy); -0.5
Genre: Masterwork Arrangement
Description:
Here's a real confidence booster for your youngest ensemble. Beethoven's familiar "Ode to Joy" is scored for use early in the first year of instruction. Ample doubling reinforces the form while difficult rhythms are non-existent. Every section has a chance with the melody during the arrangement. This one will make them sound huge!