“Intermezzo sinfonico” from Cavalleria rusticana was arranged for Quintessenz Brass in Tennenbronn, Germany.
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“Jesus lebt, mit ihm auch ich” was written for the eurobrass Workshop in 2018. This version is adapted for brass quintet and was first performed by Quintessenz Brass in 2024.
“Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho” is a spiritual arranged by Chris Woods for the eurobrass brass quintet tour in 2020. It is in a light gospel swing style. It is based on the 1995 version for eurobrass.
This is a lively arrangement of the favorite Christmas carol. It is filled with energy, bell tone pyramids, and even a phrase of tuba solo. It has been recorded by the Belmont Brass on Christmas ‘Round the Tree.
This composition is based on a theme by Marty McCall – a chant which says “Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world.” It was written for Eurobrass and performed on the 2012 tour of Germany. It begins quietly with the low brass and goes through several variations, concluding with the tune EASTER HYMN and a brilliant coda.
“Lento” is the slow 2nd movement from “New Beginnings,” a composition written for a New Year’s Eve concert given by Quintessenz Brass on December 31, 2019 in Schramberg, Germany.
See also the full quintet, New Beginnings.
Continue ReadingThis is a setting of the hymn tune NUN DANKET. The Brass Ensemble version has been recorded by Tim Zimmerman and the King’s Brass on their Classic Hymns CD. It has also been recorded by the King’s Brass for broadcast on “The Joy of Music” television series with organist Diane Bish (program #2301).
This King’s Brass hymn composition is in a Baroque style and features the Piccolo Trumpet.
I wrote this arrangement after hearing a performance by Roger McMurrin and the Kyiv Symphony Chorus. This is considered the national spiritual song of Ukraine and was written in the 19th century. My arrangement is done as a prayer for peace and a tribute to the people of Ukraine.
This composition is written for a New Year’s Eve concert given by Quintessenz Brass on December 31, 2019 in Schramberg, Germany.
The composer wrote:
The new year is a time for reflection on the past year, and for dreaming about what could be accomplished in the coming year. This composition moves from optimistic New Year’s Resolutions to falling short of our goals and always beginning again to realize our dreams.
Ben Roundtree – December 2019
Continue ReadingThis 8-9 minute composition is written in memory of a friend, Dieter Meng.
The composer wrote:
The four movements of “Quintet No. 2 in A Minor” are a tribute to my friend Dieter Meng (1940-2023). He directed the church brass choir (Posaunenchor) in Rötenberg for over 50 years and still played actively to the end of his life.
Ben Roundtree – March 2024
Continue ReadingRomance, Op. 36 for Horn was arranged for the Belmont Brass Quintet and hornist Beth Lunt.
“Schönster Herr Jesu (Fairest Lord Jesus) / Stern, auf den ich schaue” is a medley of two German hymns. The arrangement was written by Chris Woods for the eurobrass brass quintet tour in 2020.
“Stern, auf den ich schaue” was the favorite hymn of eurobrass founder Julian Bandy. This version for brass quintet is based on the one written by Chris Woods in memory of Julian.
This simple and beautiful arrangement was originally written for choir by Bill Fasig, who worked with Billy Graham for over 30 years. It was arranged for brass in Bill’s memory and in thankfulness for his mentorship.
“Them Basses” is subtitled “A march in which the Basses have the melody throughout.” This arrangement for Quintessenz Brass is a nice trombone and tuba feature.
This is a setting of the Doxology originally written for Organ. It features the well-known hymn tune OLD HUNDREDTH surrounded by Baroque counterpoint.
This is a simple, elegant setting of “This Is My Father’s World”. An original theme is surrounded by verses of the hymn. It can serve as a sacred song for a worship service or as a lyrical recital piece.
This is a simple, elegant setting of “This Is My Father’s World”. An original theme is surrounded by verses of the hymn. It can serve as a sacred song for a worship service or as a lyrical recital piece.
This is the first to be released of a suite of Celtic music. Each movement will contain a different type of Celtic folk tune and a traditional hymn. The Hornpipe combines The Rights of Man with Standing on the Promises in a rousing barnburner. These were inspired by a collaboration with Irish Whistler Bob Pegritz.
This is the first to be released of a suite of Celtic music. Each movement will contain a different type of Celtic folk tune and a traditional hymn. The Hornpipe combines The Rights of Man with Standing on the Promises in a rousing barnburner. These were inspired by a collaboration with Irish Whistler Bob Pegritz.
This concerto is written by the father of Richard Strauss. It is transcribed here for Tuba solo with Piano accompaniment.
This solo was written for Cornet Solo by Vincent Bach, a famous cornet soloist and instrument manufacturer. This technical solo has been adapted for tuba by Ben Roundtree, and is ideal for performance on BBb or CC tuba.
This solo was written for Cornet Solo by Vincent Bach, a famous cornet soloist and instrument manufacturer. It has been adapted for Tuba Solo and scored for Orchestra by Ben Roundtree, who gave its premiere on the George Mason University Symphony Orchestra Concerto Concert under the direction of Anthony Maiello.
This solo was written for Cornet Solo by Vincent Bach, a famous cornet soloist and instrument manufacturer. It has been adapted for Tuba Solo and scored for Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble accompaniment by Ben Roundtree, who has performed it with the University of Kentucky Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Skip Gray.
This aria from the oratorio Elijah is a beautiful, lyrical melody. The text is from the Bible and says:
If with all your hearts ye truly seek Me
Ye shall ever surely find Me.
Thus saith our God.
This aria from the oratorio Elijah is a beautiful, lyrical melody. The text is from the Bible and says:
If with all your hearts ye truly seek Me
Ye shall ever surely find Me.
Thus saith our God.
German title: “So ihr mich von ganzem Herzen suchet”
This aria from the oratorio Elijah is a beautiful, lyrical melody. The text is from the Bible and says:
If with all your hearts ye truly seek Me
Ye shall ever surely find Me.
Thus saith our God.
Das Spiritual “Little David Play on Your Harp” wurde für den Posaunenchor Rötenberg arrangiert. Die Uraufführung war in der Ev. Kirche Rötenberg unter der Leitung von Elisabeth Heizmann mit dem Arrangeur als Tuba-Solist.
Siehe auch eine ähnliche Version für Tuba-Solo und Blechbläserensemble.
This spiritual was arranged for tubist Dr. David Porter and was premiered on eurobrass tour in 2022. It is light-hearted and fun for soloist, ensemble members, and audience.
See also a similar version for tuba solo and Posaaunenchor.
This arrangement was written to be played during Holy Week services. It is a minor-keyed contemplation of the African-American Spiritual “Were You There,” taking after a Chopin Prelude.
This arrangement was written to be played during Holy Week services. It is a minor-keyed contemplation of the African-American Spiritual “Were You There,” taking after a Chopin Prelude.
“Of Seed and Soil” wurde für den Posaunenchor Rötenberg komponiert. Die Uraufführung war in der Ev. Kirche Rötenberg unter der Leitung von Elisabeth Heizmann mit dem Komponist als Tuba-Solist.
This arrangement was originally written for Tim Zimmerman as a Flugelhorn solo. It combines “Savior Like a Shepherd” with Bach’s “Sheep May Safely Graze.”
This Sonata was written for Natural Horn (one with no valves), and Beethoven also wrote an adaptation for Cello. Elements of both versions are combined in this transcription for Tuba.
This is a meditative setting of “Wayfaring Stranger” for unaccompanied tuba. It can serve as a sacred song for a worship service or as a lyrical recital piece.
This hymn tune by William Henry Monk (Deutsch: Bleib bei mir, Herr) is rung with only 8 bells played 4-in-hand without needing any tables. It requires advanced 4-in-hand technique. It is written to be played with Brass Quintet or Quartet. See also the version for Handbell Duet and Posaunenchor.
This hymn tune by William Henry Monk (Deutsch: Bleib bei mir, Herr) is rung with only 8 bells played 4-in-hand without needing any tables. It requires advanced 4-in-hand technique. It is written to be played with Posaunenchor. See also the version for Handbell Duet and Brass Quintet/Quartet.
This popular hymn is set with a rippling introduction, simple verse, and a verse with a counter-melody, rung with only 8 bells played 4-in-hand without needing any tables. It requires advanced 4-in-hand technique.
This 4-in-hand bell duet can be played without any tables. Using just 8 bells, the arrangement fits in this Christmas carol melody and a counter-melody at the same time. It requires advanced four-in-hand technique.
Both tunes associated with “Away in a Manger” are used in this beautiful setting. This arrangement features both extensive 4-in-hand bell ringing and weaving on the chimes for Ringer 1. Ringer 2 has some 4-in-hand and lots of nice melody and counter-melody lines. It is recorded by the BellTree Duo on Christmas ‘Round the Tree.
This handbell duet was written to ring as a wedding processional. It uses 8 bells played 4-in-hand without needing any tables.
This arrangement includes multiple techniques, including Shelley, 4-in-hand (with some lower bells), mart-lifts, and malleting. This is a showpiece for the advanced handbell duo.
This piece begins with an original change-ring pattern. Using just 8 bells, the arrangement fits in the melody and a counter-melody at the same time. This duet uses advanced 4-in-hand ringing which eliminates the need for tables. It is recorded by the BellTree Duo on Christmas ‘Round the Tree.
This handbell arrangement includes playing Dona nobis pacem as a 2-part round, rung with only 8 bells played 4-in-hand without needing any tables. It requires advanced 4-in-hand technique.
This handbell arrangement includes playing Dona nobis pacem as a 2-part round, rung with only 8 bells played 4-in-hand without needing any tables. It requires advanced 4-in-hand technique.
“Es ist ein Ros entsprungen” (English: “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming”) is for duet and harp. It can be performed live or with the harp track from Frank Voltz’s CD, “Noel Nouveau.”
This German hymn is rung with only 8 bells played 4-in-hand without needing any tables. It requires advanced 4-in-hand technique. See also the version for handbell trio.
This great hymn (Bleibend ist deine Treu) is arranged for handbell duet, as performed by the BellTree Duo.