Product Description
The Finlandia hymn (Finnish: Finlandia-hymni) refers to a serene hymn-like
section of the patriotic symphonic poem Finlandia, written in 1899 and 1900 by the Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. It was later re-worked by the composer into a
stand-alone piece. With
words written in 1940 by Veikko Antero Koskenniemi, it
is one of the most important national songs of Finland.
Although not the official national anthem of Finland, it has been continuously
proposed as such.
Other major uses of the tune include several
Christian hymns and other national songs including "Be Still My Soul".
This is an arrangement for both Orchestra and/or
the Concert Band It would work for either ensemble or combinations of both There are parts for Horns in F and Eb. There is an optional Piano part. There is a descant for Piccolo, Flute,
Clarinet, and Trumpet in the last verse and an optional "Amen" at the end of
the arrangement
Grade = 3
Duration = 3:25 mins. (3 verses)
The MP3 was recorded with NotePerformer 3.
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