Product Description
Pierre Phalèse (1510-1575) was a
Flemish publisher and his First Book of Dances, an extensive collection
of dances in four parts, was published in Leuven in 1571. They are attractive
pieces and are sure to be popular at any concerts, public recitals or
end-of-semester events. During the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, the
gaillarde (or galliard) was a popular dance and a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I
of England. This is the first gaillarde from the original publication. This
arrangement is scored for virtually any combination of conventional wind
instruments with optional percussion and keyboard parts. The flexible
arrangement enables them to be played by non-standard ensembles. The optional
keyboard part enables you to use the piece as a solo or duet and trio for mixed
instruments.
This 4-part arrangement is presented in a single PDF file which includes the Full Score; Part 1 (C, B flat, E flat); Part 2 (C, B flat, E flat); Part 3 (C, F, B flat, E flat), Part 4 (C, B flat, E flat); Keyboard and Percussion. A piano sounds distinctly out of place in this music and a digital or acoustic harpsichord sounds more authentic. Most electronic keyboards have a harpsichord option.
The percussion instruments used are similar to those found in elementary school music rooms and two players are required. Other percussion instruments may be added as desired. Dance music is intended to be fun, and we hope that this arrangement brings you just that.
This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.