Fantasie in C BWV 570: Brass Quintet Score & Parts

$15.00 USD

Fantasie in C BWV 570: Brass Quintet Score & Parts

Name: Fantasie in C BWV 570: Brass Quintet Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 81-BQ225585
Price: 15.00 USD
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By Johann Sebastian Bach / arr. Markus Tannenholz

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Bach's Fantasia in C Major is thought to be one of his earliest surviving organ works, making Bach a teenager at the time of its writing. Organ works translate very well for brass and Markus Tannenholz's arrangement of Fantasie in C BWV is no exception. There are interesting parts for all players as the melodic material flows throughout the ensemble. There is an alternate E-flat trumpet part provided. (2:00)

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Series: Eighth Note Publications

Publisher: Eighth Note Publications

ISBN10: 1-77893-111-1

ISBN13: 978-1-77893-111-6

SKU: 81-BQ225585

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About the Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) fundamentally shaped Western music through his mastery of counterpoint, harmonic innovation, and structural invention. His output spans nearly every genre of his era except opera, and his influence on music education remains unmatched. Bach's organ works in particular reveal his genius for writing idiomatic music that showcases both technical brilliance and profound musical architecture.

Bach composed the Fantasia in C Major (BWV 570) early in his career, likely before age twenty. Like many of his organ works, it demonstrates his ability to write music that feels both naturally suited to an instrument and universally compelling across different scorings. Today, Bach's music serves as a cornerstone of music education, offering students insight into baroque counterpoint, voice independence, and the marriage of technical challenge with musical substance.

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Why we love this

Tannenholz's arrangement respects the original's contrapuntal integrity while distributing Bach's melodic and harmonic material so that every brass player has something meaningful to play. The piece works beautifully as a contest or festival selection, offering listeners immediate gratification through Bach's clear harmonic language while demanding genuine ensemble coordination and careful balance from your quintet.

What to expect

The Fantasia unfolds with the clarity and directness characteristic of Bach's early keyboard writing. Voices weave in and out of musical focus, creating moments of imitative texture alongside passages of homophonic clarity. The work feels both intimate and carefully constructed, rewarding close listening without demanding analytical study to enjoy.

Who it's for

This arrangement serves brass quintets of intermediate to advanced capability who want to tackle Bach without oversimplifying his voice leading. The inclusion of an alternate E-flat trumpet part makes it accessible to ensembles with varying instrumentation. It's equally at home in a festival setting, a teaching ensemble, or a professional chamber group exploring the baroque repertoire.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the inner voices carefully. Because Bach's writing distributes thematic material throughout the ensemble, resist the temptation to let the highest voice dominate. Experiment with slight dynamic adjustments so that each voice's arrival and departure is audible.
Shape phrases by the harmonic rhythm, not by arbitrary breath marks. Bach's harmonic changes often signal natural phrase boundaries, and following these gives the music forward momentum rather than chopping it into disconnected sections.
Attend to articulation consistency across the quintet. Even articulation unifies the ensemble and helps listeners perceive the counterpoint as intentional rather than accidental.
Use the two-minute duration to your advantage in rehearsal. Record sections frequently, listen back, and adjust blend and balance without fatigue clouding your judgment.

How to use it

Program this as a festival or contest entry where judges appreciate technical sophistication paired with recognizable repertoire. It also fits naturally into a concert exploring baroque instrumental music or composers across centuries, particularly when paired with more modern brass works that show historical influence. The two-minute length makes it an excellent choice for a mixed-length program or as a bridge between larger ensemble pieces.