Details
- Format:
- Part
- Item types:
- Digital
- Level:
- Beginning
- Artist:
- Samuel Ward
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Number of Pages:
- 1
SKU: A0.1683922
Composed by Samuel Ward. Arranged by MissoRB. This edition: pdf. Classical, Historic, Patriotic, Traditional. Individual part. 1 pages. MissoRB #1249137. Published by MissoRB (A0.1683922).This simplified arrangement of "America the Beautiful" for bassoon includes the melody along with lyrics and chord symbols for easy accompaniment. The rhythm has been adjusted for smoother playability, and the last measure has been modified to include a modal borrowing, providing a fresh and emotive finish. This addition offers a tonal shift that gives the piece a more expressive and unique conclusion while still maintaining its original beauty.
What you’ll find in this sheet music:
Bassoon arrangement with simplified melody and rhythm
Lyrics and chord symbols (cifras) included for easy accompaniment or practice
Modified last measure with modal borrowing for a unique and emotional conclusion
Focus on phrasing, tone, and expression
Ideal for recitals, lessons, or personal practice
Intermediate-friendly range and tempo
About the music:
"America the Beautiful" is a patriotic hymn written by Katharine Lee Bates and composed by Samuel A. Ward in 1895. The song celebrates the natural beauty and strength of the United States and has become one of the most beloved national songs. This arrangement adds a creative modal finish, offering a distinctive conclusion while maintaining the anthem's emotional essence.
About the instrument – Bassoon:
The bassoon’s rich, resonant tone works beautifully for this arrangement, allowing bassoonists to focus on phrasing, breath control, and dynamics. The modal borrowing at the end provides a fresh and emotional conclusion, adding depth to the final moments of the anthem.
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- ArrangeMe:
- MissoRB
- Series:
- ArrangeMe
- Instrument:
- Strings Cello Cello Solo
- Artists:
- Samuel Ward
- Publisher:
- MissoRB