Brass Series Glissato & Johann Strauss II 
Brass Quintet sheet music: Unter Donner und Blitz (score & parts) 
Thunder and Lightning Polka

Experience the electrifying energy of Johann Strauss II’s ‘Unter Donner und Blitz’ (Thunder and Lightning) Polka in a dynamic arrangement for
Brass Quintet . Designed for intermediate-level musicians, this edition captures the spirited essence of Strauss’s work, tailored for the vibrant timbres of a brass ensemble. The package includes both the
SCORE and a comprehensive
SET OF PARTS (10), ensuring a fully immersive and adaptable performance experience.

The primary ensemble configuration consists of 2 Bb Trumpets, Horn in F, Trombone, and Tuba, carefully arranged to showcase the power and brilliance of each instrument in harmony. To accommodate diverse ensemble needs and player preferences, optional parts are thoughtfully provided: Eb Horn, Bb Tenor Horn (III T.C.), Bb Trombone (IV T.C.), Eb Tuba (T.C.), and Bb Tuba T.C. These additions offer flexibility in instrumentation, allowing ensembles to tailor the arrangement to their unique sound and capabilities.

Enhancing the musical exploration, the edition comes with informative prefaces in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese. These prefaces delve into the historical context, compositional nuances, and performance considerations of ‘Unter Donner und Blitz’, enriching the musician’s engagement with the piece. This multilingual approach opens the door to a global audience, bridging cultural and linguistic barriers and inviting musicians around the world to connect with the exhilarating world of Strauss’s music.

Dive into the heart of Viennese musical tradition with this brass quintet arrangement of ‘Unter Donner und Blitz’, where every note and rhythm invites you to experience the thrill of the storm and the majesty of Strauss’s composition.