{"product_id":"holst-song-of-the-blacksmith-digital-pdf-download-arr-marc-oliver","title":"Holst - Song of the Blacksmith , arr. Marc Oliver for Brass Quintet","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/issuu.com\/ayottemusic\/docs\/636266665246\"\u003eClick HERE to browse the music.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHolst’s Sturdy Folk-Inspired Character Piece — Arranged for Brass Quintet by Marc Oliver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGustav Holst (1874–1934) is best known for his orchestral suite \u003cem\u003eThe Planets\u003c\/em\u003e, but his output also includes a wealth of charming character pieces and folk-inspired works. \u003cem\u003eSong of the Blacksmith\u003c\/em\u003e is a sturdy, rhythmically driven piece that evokes the steady hammer blows and robust energy of a blacksmith at work — vivid, immediately appealing, with a strong rhythmic character and a memorable melodic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition presents \u003cem\u003eSong of the Blacksmith\u003c\/em\u003e in a brass quintet\u003cstrong\u003e arrangement by Marc Oliver\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing Holst’s robust character piece to life with the full power of the wind ensemble. An engaging and accessible addition to any concert band program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sturdy, rhythmically driven character piece by the composer of \u003cem\u003eThe Planets\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvokes the energy and rhythm of a blacksmith at work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArranged for concert band by Marc Oliver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible and engaging — ideal for educational and concert programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital PDF download — print-ready score and parts included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eClick the PLAY button for an audio sample!\u003caudio controls=\"controls\"\u003e\u003csource type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/6750\/1677\/files\/636266664917.mp3?v=1777674685\"\u003eUnfortunately, your browser does not support the audio element.\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/audio\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Arranger\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 180px; margin: 0.75em 1.25em 0.75em 0; float: left;\" alt=\"Marc Oliver\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/6750\/1677\/files\/oliver.jpg?v=1777672456\"\u003eMarc 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital product. No physical materials will be shipped. For personal and educational use only — not for resale or redistribution.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45150900781165,"sku":"636266664917","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/6750\/1677\/files\/636266664917.jpg?v=1777499009","url":"https:\/\/www.ayottemusic.com\/products\/holst-song-of-the-blacksmith-digital-pdf-download-arr-marc-oliver","provider":"Ayotte Custom Musical Engravings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}