Composer

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Edward Elgar

Genre

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Band

Style

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Suite

Compose Date

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1932

Average_duration

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18:18

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

The Severn Suite, Op. 87, is a brass band composition by the English composer Edward Elgar. It was composed in 1930 and premiered on October 6th of the same year at the Three Choirs Festival in Gloucester, England. The piece is divided into four movements, each of which is named after a location along the River Severn, which flows through Elgar's native Worcestershire. The first movement, "Worcester Castle," is a lively and energetic march that features a prominent melody played by the cornets. The second movement, "Toccata," is a fast and virtuosic piece that showcases the technical abilities of the brass players. The third movement, "Fonthill," is a slow and lyrical piece that features a beautiful melody played by the euphonium. The final movement, "Tiber," is a lively and rhythmic dance that brings the suite to a rousing conclusion. The Severn Suite is characterized by Elgar's use of rich harmonies, memorable melodies, and colorful orchestration. The piece is also notable for its use of brass band instrumentation, which Elgar uses to great effect throughout the suite. The Severn Suite has become a staple of the brass band repertoire and is widely regarded as one of Elgar's finest works.

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