Hungarian Dance No. 5

"Hungarian Dance No. 5" is one of a series of numbers by Brahms based on Gypsy airs. In this adaption taken from the most popular of these, the original orchestral key of F–sharp minor has been transposed to F minor, allowing for technical simplifications, as well as more resonance as a band key. The overall form is structured as A–B–A, the middle section being in F major, giving charm and contrast to an otherwise rough country dance style.

There is much to be learned from working on this piece and exposure to the key of F minor is particularly important. The vigor and drive of the Gypsy airs will be an exciting experience for performers and listeners as well.

Including:

• Score
• Flute
• Oboe
• Bassoon
• B-flat Clarinet 1
• B-flat Clarinet 2
• E–flat Alto Clarinet
• B-flat Bass Clarinet
• E-flat Alto Saxophone 1
• E-flat Alto Saxophone 2
• B-flat Tenor Saxophone
• E-flat Baritone Saxophone
• B-flat Cornet 1
• B-flat Cornet 2
• F Horn
• Trombone 1
• Trombone 2
• Euphonium T.C.
• Euphonium B.C.
• Tuba
• Percussion
• Bells/ Triangle