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Vittoria, Vittoria: Brass Quintet Score & Parts

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Vittoria, Vittoria: Brass Quintet Score & Parts

Trombone Feature

By Giacomo Carissimi / arr. David Marlatt

Level: Easy-Medium

Item: 81-BQ25211

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The piece was originally for bass voice and piano by Italian composer Giacomo Carissimi. The flowing melodic line works perfectly as a trombone feature in a brass quintet setting. Contrasting sections of marcato and legato style make this piece ideal for use in church, concerts, recitals or as a contest piece.

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Series: Eighth Note Publications
Publisher: Eighth Note Publications
ISBN10: 1-55473-136-4
ISBN13: 978-1-55473-136-7
UPC: 685462002429
SKU: 81-BQ25211
Instrumentation: Brass Quintet

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About the Composer: Giacomo Carissimi

Giacomo Carissimi (1605-1674) was one of the most prolific and influential composers of the Italian Baroque, celebrated for his mastery of the cantata and sacred vocal music. Working primarily in Rome as a maestro di cappella and teacher, he refined the art of expressive melody and emotional text-setting, earning respect across Europe and influencing generations of composers who followed.

Carissimi's gift for singable, memorable lines and his ability to convey profound feeling through direct musical gestures made him a favorite among performers and audiences alike. His works remain cornerstones of the Baroque vocal repertoire, prized for their clarity of form and depth of expression.

Why we love this

Carissimi's naturally soaring melodic line transfers beautifully to trombone, giving brass players a chance to inhabit genuine Baroque vocal writing rather than instrumental transcriptions designed around brass capabilities. The piece balances technical approachability with genuine artistic substance; the contrasting marcato and legato textures keep the ensemble engaged throughout while remaining manageable at the Easy-Medium level.

What to expect

Elegant and contemplative, with the warm expressiveness of a Baroque vocal line rising above steady harmonic support. The interplay between lyrical passages and marked rhythmic figures creates gentle dramatic tension while maintaining the intimate character of chamber brass writing.

Who it's for

Brass quintets looking for legitimate Baroque literature that sits comfortably at the Easy-Medium level without compromising musical integrity. This works equally well for concert performances, church settings, recitals, or festival competition where directors want a piece with historical roots and immediate audience appeal.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the flowing melodic passages with the phrasing of a vocalist; let the trombone breathe where a singer would, and support that line with sensitive harmonic accompaniment from the remaining quartet members.
  • Articulate marcato sections cleanly without sacrificing the underlying lyrical character that defines this work.
  • Balance the ensemble so the trombone feature remains central without the brass texture becoming overbearing; this is chamber music, not full brass band sound.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece for a Baroque brass set, pairing it with other Early Music arrangements or original period works. Its moderate difficulty and flexible performance context make it ideal for a mixed concert that spans musical eras, or as a standalone feature highlighting your principal trombone.

Skills your students will build

  • Shaping Baroque phrases with breath-based phrasing logic
  • Balancing legato and marcato articulations within a single melodic context
  • Supporting a featured voice as an accompaniment ensemble
  • Ensemble intonation across contrasting dynamic and tonal levels

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