Chaconne by Brian Wilshere is a lively and upbeat dance piece that mirrors the charm of the English countryside. Perfectly suited for young concert bands, it features a seamless interplay of several themes that culminate in an exhilarating finale. The piece is designed to keep the audience engaged and entertained with its cheerful melodies and foot-tapping rhythms. With its fun and light-hearted nature, Chaconne is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any concert or performance.
 
Duration c. 3'
Difficulty: Grade 2
 
Instrumentation and number of parts included:
Conductor Score (1)
1st Flute (3)
2nd Flute (3)
Oboe (2)
Bassoon (2)
1st Clarinet in B-flat (4)
2nd Clarinet in B-flat (4)
Bass Clarinet (2)
Alto Saxophone (4)
Tenor Saxophone (3)
Baritone Saxophone (2)
1st Trumpet in B-flat (3)
2nd Trumpet in B-Flat (3)
Horn in F (3)
Trombone (3)
Euphonium (2)
   Alternative Treble Clef Baritone (2)
Tuba (2)
Timpani (1)
Percussion I (1)
   Tubular Bells or Glockenspiel
Percussion II (1)
   Snare Drum
Percussion III, IV (2)
   Cymbals, Bass Drum