Donizetti - Chi me frena in tal momento? , arr. Marc Oliver for Concert Band

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Chi me frena in tal momento? (“What restrains me at such a moment?”) is the celebrated sextet from Act II of Gaetano Donizetti’s opera Lucia di Lammermoor (1835) — one of the most famous ensemble numbers in all of opera. Six characters, each consumed by conflicting emotions of love, rage, grief, and duty, sing simultaneously in a moment of suspended dramatic tension that is both musically and theatrically electrifying. It is a masterpiece of operatic ensemble writing, and its soaring melodic lines have made it one of the most beloved and frequently performed operatic excerpts in the repertoire. This edition, arranged by Marc Oliver, brings this magnificent sextet to the concert band in a performance-ready score of exceptional drama and beauty.

About This Arrangement

• Arranged by Marc Oliver for concert band
• Engraved to professional performance standards
• Clean, readable notation optimized for print and on-screen use
• Ideal for operatic-themed programs and major concert events

What You’ll Receive

• Full conductor score (PDF)
• Individual band parts (PDF)
• Instant digital download — delivered immediately after purchase
• High-resolution print-ready file
• Unlimited personal printing rights

About Gaetano Donizetti

Gaetano Donizetti (1797–1848) was one of the leading composers of the bel canto era, celebrated for his gift for melody, dramatic instinct, and prolific output of over 70 operas. Lucia di Lammermoor (1835), based on Sir Walter Scott’s novel The Bride of Lammermoor, is his masterpiece — a work of intense romantic tragedy whose mad scene and sextet have secured its place among the most performed operas in the world.

About the Arranger

Marc Oliver (1952–2017) was the primary arranger and engraver behind Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings during its founding, bringing decades of expertise in brass, band, and ensemble writing to every score. His arrangements are known for their idiomatic clarity, professional engraving quality, and deep respect for the performance traditions of the American concert band.

This is a digital product. No physical materials will be shipped. For personal and educational use only — not for resale or redistribution.