Publisher's Synopsis
Scroll below for a video of the score as played in Finale. Suo Gân is a traditional Welsh lullaby written by an anonymous composer. It was printed around 1800 and the lyrics were added by the Welsh folklorist Robert Bryan (1858-1920). The song's title simply means lullaby (suo = lull; cân = song). The song is featured in Steven Spielberg's 1987 film Empire of the Sun. This Grade 2.5 - 3.0 arrangement requires the technical skills, range, and maturity of middle and high school performers. The work, in common time signature, is scored in Concert Key of Eb Major with a modulation up one step into F Major. In addition to the five parts for a trombone quintet, there are two trumpet parts that double the first and second trombones and a Horn part (in two separate octaves) that doubles 3rd trombone, thus the work could also be performed by a brass quintet. Also included are parts for tuba (doubling the bass trombone) and T.C. Baritone (doubling 4th trombone). This allows great programming flexibility for music teachers at any level. If you don't have an adequate number of capable trombonists, feature your brass section. The purchaser of this work is free to photocopy the parts for rehearsal and performance purposes. Never worry about lost or damaged parts again. Keep this copy in your files and enjoy it for years to come. Suo Gan will be a valuable addition to your brass music library, especially as you work to develop the sonorous and legato expression of your trombone players or brass section. Audiences will love the moving inner parts and the resounding beauty and strength of the full brass sound.
