By: Antonín Dvořák
Arranged by: Brian Aguilar
Time:  7:30
Grade:  4
Price:  $695.00

Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9 “From the New World” was written in 1893 while he was the director of the National Conservatory of Music of America from 1892 to 1895. It is by far his most popular symphony, and one of the most popular of all symphonies. Dvořák was interested in Native American music and the African-American spirituals he heard in North America. These melodies, while not quoted, influenced the melodies throughout the Symphony.

I have spent many a sleepless night on a tour bus listening to this symphony.  As a teenager, I recall riding a tour bus through Oregon as dawn broke, listening to the symphony, looking over the low lying mist hovering above ground off the side of the freeway.  I remember that as one of the most beautiful moments I’ve experienced.  This piece was my gateway into “classical” music.  There were always a few pieces that I liked, but this one was the first that really connected to me in a profound way.  It is only fitting that I was able to arrange this as an adult.  I hope you enjoy it!

Movement 1 mp3         Movement 1 Score Sample

Movement 2 mp3         Movement 2 Score Sample

Movement 3 mp3         Movement 3 Sample Score

Movement 4 mp3         Movement 4 Score Sample

Instrumentation:

Flute
Clarinet 1, 2
Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone
Mellophone
Trumpet 1, 2
Trombone
Baritone Bass Clef
Baritone Treble Clef
Tuba
Bells
Xylophone
Marimba
Vibraphone
Chimes
Bass
Synth
Auxiliary Percussion 1, 2, 3
Snare Line
Tenor Line (Quints)
Bass Drum Line (4 or 5)
Cymbal Line