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Entrance to the Queen of Sheba: 2 Trumpets & Keyboard Part(s)

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Entrance to the Queen of Sheba: 2 Trumpets & Keyboard Part(s)

Entrance to the Queen of Sheba: 2 Trumpets & Keyboard Part(s)

By George Frederic Handel / arr. David Marlatt

Level: Medium-Difficult

Item: 81-TE9819
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This famous and exciting piece would make a great opening to a concert or it could even be used as a recessional at a wedding service. The technical parts flow very nicely and sound more difficult than they are! Scored here for 2 trumpets and keyboard (piano or organ), this edition is sure to come in handy for various events.

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Series: Eighth Note Publications
Publisher: Eighth Note Publications
UPC: 685462010240
SKU: 81-TE9819
Instrumentation: 2 Trumpets & Keyboard

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About the Composer: George Frederic Handel

George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) was a German-born composer who spent much of his career in England, where he became one of the most influential figures in Baroque music. His prolific output spans operas, oratorios, concertos, and instrumental works that remain central to the concert repertoire. Handel's gift for memorable melody and structural clarity made his music accessible to broad audiences during his lifetime and continues to resonate with performers and listeners today.

The "Entrance of the Queen of Sheba" comes from his 1749 oratorio Solomon and showcases his mastery of orchestral writing. Originally composed as an overture-like instrumental movement, the piece exemplifies Baroque grandeur through its driving rhythms, dignified melodic lines, and harmonic sophistication. Handel's work remains a cornerstone of music education because it balances technical demand with immediate musical satisfaction.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures the ceremonial swagger of the original while fitting neatly into a trumpet duo with keyboard support. The parts sit in a comfortable range for intermediate players yet deliver genuine brilliance in performance; audiences consistently respond to the piece's regal character and driving momentum. It's a reliable choice for events where you need something that sounds impressive without requiring virtuosic soloists.

What to expect

Stately and processional, the piece unfolds with Baroque dignity and energy. The paired trumpets create a sense of ceremony and formal occasion, while the keyboard foundation grants harmonic richness that elevates what could be a simple brass duet into something genuinely grand.

Who it's for

This duet works well for high school trumpet sections, community bands, or church musicians seeking repertoire for special events. Players at the intermediate-advanced level will find the parts musical and rewarding without requiring extreme technical range or stamina.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the two trumpet lines so neither dominates; both parts carry equal thematic weight. Slight dynamic adjustments between them prevent one from overshadowing the other.
  • Maintain steady articulation in the running passages. Clean tonguing and consistent note separation keep the technical writing transparent rather than muddy.
  • Shape phrases by slightly lifting at the ends of harmonic units, especially where the accompaniment provides clear harmonic resolutions.
  • Coordinate with the keyboard player on tempo stability, particularly in transitions between sections where the pulse might shift.

How to use it

Open a concert with this piece to establish a festive or formal tone immediately. It also functions beautifully as a recessional in wedding services or ceremonial events where you need strong musical substance without requiring a full ensemble. Consider pairing it with other Baroque works or orchestral transcriptions to build a thematic concert program.

Skills your students will build

  • Paired trumpet balance and blend
  • Baroque ornamentation and phrasing
  • Coordination between soloists and keyboard accompanist
  • Sustained articulation in moderate tempo passages
  • Reading at medium-difficult level with complex rhythmic figures

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