From the sensitive opening to the forceful climax, Novena displays the same successful qualities of previous works by James Swearingen.

Here it has been transcribed by Japanese composer Akira Toda for traditional British-style brass band. In addition to the parts typically found in these ensembles, transposed parts are provided for suitable performance by instruments of a standard symphonic band. For more information on British-style brass band instrumentation: Wikipedia - British Brass Band. Or feel free to contact us for more information.

Instrumentation:

• Eb Soprano Cornet (or Bb Cornet alternative)
• Solo Eb Cornet (or Solo Bb Cornet)
• Bb Repiano Cornet
• Bb Cornet 1
• Bb Cornet 2
• Flugel Horn (Bb)

• Eb Horn 1 (or F Horn 1)
• Eb Horn 2 (or F Horn 2)

• Baritone 1 (BC or TC)
• Baritone 2 (BC or TC)
• Trombone 1 (BC or TC)
• Trombone 2 (BC or TC)
• Bass Trombone
• Euphonium (BC or TC)

• Bass/Tuba (in C, Eb, or Bb) - Parts for Eb and Bb Bass are notated in Treble Clef

• Mallets: Chimes, Bells, Xylophone, Vibes
• Timpani
• Percussion 1: Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Bell Tree, Small Tam-Tam, Claves, Temple Blocks, Cabasa, Floor Tom
• Percussion 2: Crash Cymbals, Suspended Cymbal, Small Triangle, Gong, Finger Cymbals, Hi-Hat, Mark Tree, Tambourine, Sleigh Bells