Woodwind Section or Woodwind Ensemble. Here is a piece from the impressionistic period, which Bill Holcombe has colourfully transcribed for full woodwind ensemble. The Prelude is a beautiful piece which will provide an interesting change of pace to your concert programme. Whilst interesting for the most advanced groups, the ranges and technical demands are somewhat limited. Can be played effectively with only 11 players (3 flutes, 3 clarinets, bass clarinet and 4 saxophones) or the entire woodwind section of your band. Full Score; 3 x 1st Flute & Piccolo; 3 x 2nd/3rd Flute' 2 x Oboe/English Horn (opt.); 1 x Eb Clarinet; 4 x 1st Clarinet; 4 x 2nd Clarinet; 4 x 3rd Clarinet; 1 x Eb Alto Clarinet; 1 x Bb Bass Clarinet; 1 x Eb Contra Alto Clarinet' 1 x Bb Contra Bass Clarinet; 2 x Bassoon; 1 x 1st Alto Saxophone; 1 x 2nd Alto Saxophone; 1 x Tenor Saxophone; 1 x Baritone Saxophone. American Grade 4
