Jenkins - Benedictus CB2 Score/Parts Arr Verlommen

In this 'Benedictus' the euphonium solo takes the solo cello line and some of the parts sung originally in the choir. Adiemus fans will know the melody 'Benedictus' since Jenkins used it as the title track on The Eternal Knot. Here the song starts out as a quiet instrumental; the choir follows, sounding as if singing from a great hall or church in the distance. Once the orchestra's horn section chimes in, the chorus becomes a powerful song of praise with a strong melody. In this version for euphonium the euphonium solo takes the solo cello line and some of the parts sung originally in the choir. Difficulty rating 1-2 (1-6)