Composer

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Francis Jackson

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Fanfare

Compose Date

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1956

Average_duration

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2:23

Fanfare Royale, Op. 18 is a composition by the British composer Francis Jackson. It was composed in 1951 and premiered on June 2, 1951, at the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey in London. The composition is a short fanfare, lasting only about a minute, and is scored for brass and percussion. The piece is divided into three distinct sections, each with its own character and mood. The first section is marked by a bold and majestic theme played by the brass, which is then repeated by the percussion. The second section is more subdued, with a slower tempo and a more contemplative mood. The third section returns to the bold and majestic theme of the first section, building to a powerful climax before ending abruptly. The composition is characterized by its use of brass and percussion, which give it a regal and celebratory feel. The use of fanfare-like motifs and repeated rhythmic patterns also contribute to the piece's sense of grandeur and pomp. Despite its brevity, Fanfare Royale, Op. 18 is a powerful and memorable composition that captures the spirit of a royal occasion.

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