Details
- Instrument:
- Bass Clarinet
- Ensembles:
- Clarinet Quartet Woodwind Ensemble
- Genres:
- Romantic Period Wedding Multicultural
- Composers:
- Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn
- Publishers:
- Craig Music Publishers
- Series:
- ArrangeMe
- Format:
- Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Digital
- Level:
- Late Intermediate
- Musical forms:
- Symphony
- Artist:
- Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Number of Pages:
- 46
SKU: A0.1811746
Composed by Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn. Arranged by Mark A. Craig / Craig Music Publishers (ASCAP). This edition: pdf, streaming. 19th Century, Chamber, Classical, Multicultural, Wedding, World. 46 pages. Craig Music Publishers #1371838. Published by Craig Music Publishers (A0.1811746).ISMN # 979-0-3071-0062-6
ASCAP WORK ID # 934270040
This advanced-intermediate clarinet quartet digital download arrangement of Felix Mendelssohn's "Adagio-Allegro (Mvmt I)" from his String Symphony No. 8 is a wonderfully challenging piece, perfect for recitals, contests, competitions, weddings, graduation ceremonies, music conferences, and background-dinner-music gigs. It was written for advanced ensembles, from college groups to professional quintets.
The Adagio opens with a hauntingly beautiful melody featuring dotted rhythms, transitioning into an energetic and lively Allegro that showcases dynamic contrasts, Bach-inspired counterpoint, and intricate technical sections. Remarkably, Mendelssohn composed this work at just 13 years old, already reflecting his distinctive style that merges Baroque and Classical elements.
Performance Tip: In this piece, remember that, although technically demanding, articulations should be light and effortless. The Allegro is all about forward motion with lots of energy.
Originally scored for string orchestra, I hope you enjoy this unique setting for winds. This dynamic, spirited arrangement from a popular, prolific German composer will bring a taste of Europe to your special music events.
If you like this arrangement, you might also like my clarinet quartet arrangement of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Allegro, mvmt. I from String Quartet No. 4 in C, KV 157." It's available on:
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Updated 8 Mar 2026
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- ArrangeMe:
- Craig Music Publishers
- Series:
- ArrangeMe
- Instrument:
- Woodwinds Clarinet Bass Clarinet
- Artists:
- Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn
- Ensemble:
- Clarinet Quartet Woodwind Ensemble
- Publisher:
- Craig Music Publishers