Of Kings and Queens (2012-Brass Septet)
(2 trumpets, 2 horns, 2 trombones, tuba)

At the suggestion of Dick Wuopio, owner at that time of Solid Brass Music, I kept my eyes open for information on the next Humboldt Composition Contest for Brass Chamber Music. Of Kings and Queens was written in December of 2012 for the 2013 competition.

I. Henry VIII (1491-1547), though something of a brutal bloke who was never happy with his wives and dealt with them accordingly, was nevertheless one of the more artistic monarchs. A number of tunes are attributed to him, including Pastime with Good Company, which finds its way into this movement.

II. Louis XIV (1638-1715), at war through 50% of his reign, fancied himself quite the dancer. His oppulent style as demonstrated by the palace at Versailles, was unequaled. This movement combines the dance, the wars, and the grand style that was Louis'.

III. Napoleon I (1769-1821), self-declared emperor of France, was known for his remarkable battle techniques, many of which are still taught to this day, but his results in war were not always what he intended. Napoleon met his military end when the disgruntled European powers defeated him at Waterloo, demonstrated in this movement by a great dissonant chord. Though his final exile was actually on the island of Saint Helena the exile portrayed in this music is on E-L(E)-B-A.

IV. Queen Victoria (1819-1901) was known to be quite playful in youth, but was required to take the throne at an early age, resulting in the subjugation of some of that verve. Nevertheless, her marriage to Prince Albert was a most joyous one until Albert's tragic death, which sent Victoria into depression and seclusion for many years. With the help of her friends she fought back to become one of the most significant leaders to ever sit on Britain's throne.

(Sorry to report this did not get any awards.)


I. Henry VIII
(2:08, 1.95MB)


II. Louis XIV
(2:02, 1.87MB)

III. Napoleon I
(2:38, 2.41MB)

IV. Victoria
(2:52, 2.63MB)

 

 

FINALE FILESPDFs
SCORES
Score - full size Finale 2010 PDF-8.5"x11" PDF-11"x17"-2 sided
Score - 5.5"x8.5" Booklet Finale 2010 PDF
PARTS
Trumpet I Finale 2010 PDF-combined 8.5"x11" & 11"x17"
Trumpet II Finale 2010 PDF-combined 8.5"x11" & 11"x17"
Horn I Finale 2010 PDF-combined 8.5"x11" & 11"x17"
Horn II Finale 2010 PDF-combined 8.5"x11" & 11"x17"
Trombone I Finale 2010 PDF-combined 8.5"x11" & 11"x17"
Trombone II Finale 2010 PDF-combined 8.5"x11" & 11"x17"
Tuba Finale 2010 PDF-combined 8.5"x11" & 11"x17"
All music and parts ©2012 Jeffrey W. Taylor, Art'n'Sounds Publishing