We're going to play some of the best music ever written, b y t h e m o s t f a m o u s composers who ever lived!

Join us on a journey t h r o u g h t i m e a s w e introduce you to the most talented and creative men in history.

The Great Composers

Level 2Grade 2 (ABRSM) standard

(includes basic learner parts)

instruments covered:

music arranged by Matt Kingston

CONDUCTOR

Level 2 Grade 2 (ABRSM) standard(includes basic learner parts)

instruments covered:

music arranged by Matt Kingston

The Great ComposersThese ten pieces are arranged for maximum flexibility.

Each sec!on - woodwind, brass and strings - will work as a standalone arrangement, or you can mix-and-match instruments from each sec!on to build an ensemble.

Note ranges and keys have been limited to those used at Grade 2 (ABRSM) standard for each instrument. In addi!on, there are Learner parts for most instruments, which should be suitable for 1st year players.

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