Pavane in F-sharp minor, Op. 50 by Gabriel Fauré arr, David Payn
The Pavane in F-sharp minor, Op. 50 by the French composer Gabriel Fauré written in 1887. It was originally a piano piece, but is better known in Fauré's version for orchestra and optional chorus. Obtaining its rhythm from the slow processional Spanish court dance of the same name, the Pavane ebbs and flows from a series of harmonic and melodic climaxes, conjuring a haunting Belle Époque elegance. The piece is scored for only modest orchestral forces consisting of string instruments and one pair each of flutes, oboes, clarinets, bassoons, and horns. A typical performance lasts about six minutes.
Arranged for 10-piece brass ensemble by David Payn:
- Piccolo Trumpet in A
- Trumpet in D
- Two Flugelhorns in Bb
- French Horn
- Euphonium
- Two Tenor Trombones
- Bass Trombone
- Tuba
