"Variations on a Solemn Theme" for Concert Band

A Solemn theme is stated in a chorale-like setting in A. A’ rhythmically shifts the theme with a rhythmic accompaniment from the Mid and Low voices. A’’ moves the theme to the Mid voices with a clear harmony and bass-line accompaniment. A’’’ begins with an ostinato in the High and Mid voices and elongates the theme in the Low voices. The chorale is restated in part in the coda with a rhythmic ending. Using the first five pitches of the Bb Scale and basic rhythmic values, this Theme and Variation style pieces is achievable after completing the first few pages of most Beginning Band Method Books!

I hope you and your students enjoy this piece!