Crafted especially for Philip Broome (euphonium soloist with “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band) and the Dallas Brass Band, this stunning arrangement by Andrew Wainwright was premiered at the 2024 Christmas with The Salvation Army concert in Dallas, Texas.
 
Originally written for the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, Wainwright’s setting has been beautifully adapted for euphonium solo and brass band. Featuring ethereal textures, shimmering harmonies, and a gently contemplative tone, this arrangement brings new life to Gustav Holst’s classic setting of Christina Rossetti’s In the Bleak Midwinter.
 
Ideal for Christmas performances or sacred concerts, this piece showcases the euphonium’s lyrical expressiveness while painting a vivid musical portrait of snowy landscapes and the quiet awe of the nativity.
 
To view a video of Philip Broome and Dallas Brass Band performing the work please visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waUkONoMPjc
 
Difficulty Level: 3rd Section +
 
PDF download includes parts and score.
 
Sheet music available at www.brassband.co.uk (UK) or www.cimarronmusic.com (USA)
 
Instrumentation:
Euphonium Soloist Bb
Soprano Cornet Eb
Solo Cornet Bb
1st Cornet Bb
2nd Cornet Bb
Flugel Horn Bb
Solo Horn Eb
1st Horn Eb
2nd Horn Eb
1st Baritone Bb
2nd Baritone Bb
1st Trombone Bb
2nd Trombone Bb
Bass Trombone
2nd Euphonium Bb
Bass Eb
Bass Bb
Timpani
Percussion 1-3