Sursum Corda

"One of those classic Elgar tunes that just keeps growing and growing

It's breathtaking, when you get to the climax, everyone's giving it plenty of welly, then it decays to a delicate cornet solo. Elgar does that very well - building the crescendo slowly, and then making the sound seem to disappear.

It's noble and dignified and very, very English."

View from behind the Baton

"A neglected Elgar gem which will make a welcome addition to your church concert programmes.

Playable by most standards of bands although a great degree of control and sustain is needed to pull it off effectively - something which is often (sadly) neglected except in hymn tune playing."

1st baritone may need support and a full horn/bari section is desirable. Solo cornet part is demanding but far from impossible and has support from sop at the crucial moments, make sure your principal gets a good rest (and a stiff gin) beforehand."

Andy Norman - MD, Cowes Concert Band

Andy is an accomplished brass arranger, performer and conductor. You can find out more about his music at www.pdfbrass.com. Tell him we sent you!