Pomp & Circumstance No. 1
Edward Elgar / Gerhard Buchner (arrangement)
The famous march – for strings and / or wind instruments
Content and score samples: preliminary note (in German) [PDF] Fanfare · Trio · bar 152 · Coda

Of the five military marches which Elgar put together, the first is undoubtedly also Number One in the hearts of performers and listeners. There is scarcely a comparable march which can achieve in a positive way such a "pompous" and festive atmosphere using a relatively simple, but eminently retainable melody. Thus the immense popularity of Pomp and Circumstance should come as no surprise.

This new arrangement for student and amateur orchestras includes far more than the especially famous Trio – the introductory Fanfare can be played (if desired), so that the march with all its important movements can be completely presented.

A special feature of our new arrangement is that it can be played alone by strings or winds, or also together by both groups of instruments. Passages that are dropped during the joint presentation are indicated by smaller notes. The viola can be replaced by a 3rd violin – score obtainable at no charge. The winds require 2 flutes, 2 clarinets, 2 trumpets (or 2 additional clarinets), French horn or alto saxophone – part can be downloaded, and bassoon or trombone. In addition, one or more harps are needed but can be replaced by guitars, as well as a timpani. A piano score is helpful for learning the piece and for providing accompaniment.

The arrangement for the Trio is simple; the rest is of moderate difficulty. Learning Pomp and Circumstance always pays off; no one can resist the overwhelming effect of this music – neither musicians nor members of the audience.

	complete edition	TM 1583 score, booklet of voices, piano score with personal copy permission	45,-	77,-