'Courte Ouverture' as translated from the French means 'Short Overture'. Written for a medium level ensemble, it commences with a high trill in the piccolo followed by a flourish in the flutes before the main theme is introduced. This primary melody can be heard throughout the selection. It then transitions into an almost hymn-like middle section before an accelerando takes us back to the flute flourish and main theme. This piece uses the music ensemble to its fullest. Memorable melodies and traditional harmonies are spread throughout the instrumentation. 
 
To view a rolling score video of the work please visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qh3e4-XDDxM
 
Sheet music available from www.wind-band-music.co.uk
 
Difficulty Level: Medium 
 
Instrumentation:
Piccolo
Flute 
Oboe 
Bassoon 
Clarinet in Bb 1-3
Bass Clarinet in Bb
Alto Saxophone 1-2
Tenor Saxophone  
Trumpet in Bb 1-3
Horn in F 1-2
Trombone 1-3
Euphonium
Baritone Horn
Tuba
Timpani
Snare Drum
Bass Drum
Cymbals
Chimes
Glockenspiel
Xylophone