First Essay: Full Score

(G. Schirmer Band/Orchestra). This new release of Samuel Barber's First Essay (1937) arranged for band by Joseph Levey includes newly discovered historical information of Barber's personal edits and revisions - including adding original music - to the arrangement prior to his approval for publication. Set in the original orchestral key, this edition has been performed by several of the most prestigious concert bands and deserves a serious look for mature groups.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0793540771
• ISBN13: 9780793540778
• Release Date: October 1997
• Publisher: G. Schirmer, Inc.
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.7" x 11.7"