Esti Dal by Zoltan Kodaly Concert Band - Digital Sheet Music

SKU: A0.1156290

Based on one of Zoltán Kodály’s most beloved choral works, Evening Song (Esti dal) is presented here in a deeply expressive arrangement for solo flugelhorn and symphonic band. The timeless beauty of the original melody is preserved with great sensitivity, allowing the music’s intimate and contemplative character to unfold naturally.

The warm, vocal quality of the flugelhorn makes it an ideal solo instrument for this setting, shaping the long, flowing melodic lines with a gentle, almost prayer-like simplicity. The accompanying wind band provides a rich yet transparent harmonic foundation, supporting the soloist without ever overshadowing the delicate musical texture.

Careful attention has been given to balance and color throughout the arrangement, with subtle shifts in orchestration enhancing the emotional depth of the piece. The result is a serene and atmospheric work that captures the essence of Kodály’s original while offering a fresh and refined concert experience.

To ensure maximum flexibility in performance, optional solo parts are included in multiple transpositions (C, F, Eb), as well as in both treble and bass clef, making the piece accessible to a wide range of soloists and ensemble settings.

Ideal as a lyrical centerpiece or a moment of calm reflection within a concert program, this arrangement invites both performers and audiences into a world of quiet beauty and introspection.

Instrumentation:

Full Score (A4 Portrait), Parts (A4 Portrait): Solo Flugelhorn, Flute 1., 2., Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet in Bb 1., 2., 3., Bass Clarinet in Bb, Trumpet in Bb 1., 2., 3., Horn in F, Trombone 1., 2., 3., Euphonium, Tuba, String Bass, Glockenspiel, Timpani

Optional Parts:

Horn in Eb, Trombone 1., 2., 3. (T.C.), Euphonium in Bb (T.C.), Tuba in Eb (T.C.), Tuba in Bb (T.C.)

Optional Solo Parts:

Solo in C (T.C.) (high)
Solo in C (T.C.) (low)
Solo in C (B.C.) (high)
Solo in C (B.C.) (low)
Solo in F (T.C.) (high)
Solo in F (T.C.) (low)
Solo in Eb (T.C.) (high)
Solo in Eb (T.C.) (low)

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