Star of Emmanuel

Description

Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3, Viola, Cello, Contrabass — This exciting and contemporary arrangement blends two traditional carols, We Three Kings and O Come, O Come Emmanuel. Mystery and intrigue pervade the opening 6/8 section, as the themes are introduced. This quickly transitions into an energetic rhythmic 3/4, with moments of a syncopated 6/8 feel, melodic interplay, and other musical surprises. This balanced work allows each member of the orchestra to play melodic material, as well as a range of dynamics and articulations that will give listeners and performers an engaging experience from start to finish. This exciting and contemporary arrangement blends two traditional carols, We Three Kings and O Come, O Come Emmanuel. Opening in slow and mysterious 6/8, the tempo shifts to an energetic rhythmic 3/4 with moments of syncopation, melodic interplay, and other musical surprises. Every section of the orchestra gets to play melodic material, as well as a range of dynamics and articulations for dramatic effect.