Prelude and Allegro

Prelude and Allegro

for symphony orchestra

SCORE IN C

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Flutes 1 and 2 Flute 3 (doubling Piccolo) Oboes 1 and 2 Cor Anglais Clarinets in Bb 1 and 2 Bass Clarinet Bassoons 1 and 2 Bassoon 3 (doubling Contrabassoon) 4 Horns in F 3 Trumpets in Bb 3 Trombones 1 Tuba 3 Percussionists: Percussion 1: triangle, snare drum, crash cymbal Percussion 2: suspended cymbal Percussion 3: crotales, snare drum, glockenspiel, bass drum Harp Piano Strings: 12.10.8.6.4

SCORE IN C

Prelude and Allegro begins with a slow introduction of the main theme, followed by a faster section, where the theme is developed and ends with the return of the first theme as a chorale played by the entire orchestra. The composition process began with the theme, heard at the start, followed by its harmonisation and variations stemming from the theme, which can be heard in the Allegro section. A secondary, 'chime' motive can also be heard in the composition. The ending is celebratory in character, marking the centenary celebrations of the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.