ABOUT THIS PIECE:
Written for the Haydock Band in memory of their late president, Stan Gardner, this is a beautifully simple take on the hymn tune: Stella. The title comes from the words of often sung to this hymn, written by John Lingard: 'Pray for the wanderer, pray for me'.
Before the whole hymn is heard, the band play a repeated melody that evokes feelings of movement. There is an interplay between new and old melody, before a rousing rendition of the hymn by forte band. The arrangement concludes with the opening melody disappearing into the distance - a musical representation of the arranger's sentiments written at the top of the score: 'May God bless your onward journey, dear friend'.
ENSEMBLE:
Standard British Brass Band
WHEN YOU BUY THIS PRODUCT, YOU GET:
High-quality printed score and parts
LEVEL:
1
LISTEN:
DURATION:
- 5-minutes
EXAMPLE SCORE:
LEVEL GUIDE:
Level 1- Accessible to all
Level 2 – c. UK third section and higher
Level 3 – c. UK second section and higher
Level 4 – c. UK first section and higher
Level 5 – c. UK championship section level