Traditional :: Bound For Glory

Musicians Publications presents Bound for Glory arranged by Arthur Leiby and adapted from the Brass Quintet by Bill Holcombe Jr. Scored for 4 C flutes, alto flute, and bass flute, this arrangement also includes an optional bassoon, cello, or bass clarinet part to help fill out the bass. This arrangement is intermediate in difficulty.

This arrangement is a medley of popular spirituals and traditional American tunes including Deep River , This Train is Bound for Glory , Nobody Knows The Trouble I ve Seen , Joshua Fought The Battle of Jericho , and Swing Low, Sweet Chariot . It incorporates a blues swing feel and includes instruction as to which voice of the ensemble is to lead the melody during each tune. With frequently changing key signatures, this arrangement is a tonal journey, adding variety and excitement to melodies we ve heard our entire lives.