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ID1A36CC76-63D3-4AA5-8DF7-95F8953A38EC
TitlecodeR01463
Title NameFestive Christmas Overture (with Optional Chorus)
Marketing CopyOtt's most frequently performed work, this sparkling gem makes an excellent opener or closer for any holiday concert. Although it carries no traditional Christmas carols, its spirit is in the joy of the festive holiday season. Optional choral part available separately from the publisher.
InstrumentationOpt. SATB Chorus: 3(Picc).2.3(BCl).2: 4.3.3.1: Timp.Perc(3).Hp: Str
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Program NotesFestive Christmas Overture is the most frequently performed work of David Ott. This sparkling gem makes an excellent opener or closer for any holiday concert. Built on strong and joyous melodies, supported by brilliant orchestration, this overture captures the festive spirit of joy and hope. Constructed in broad ABA format (spirited-reflective-spirited), Festive Christmas Overture features solos for flute and horn, a brass chorale, dazzling woodwind writing and colorful percussion treatment. With well over one-hundred performances across the United States, Festive Christmas Overture has proven to be an audience favorite.
Title Brand2
Year Composed1993
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Duration6
Ensemble Size13
Date Created2022-04-29 20:33:21.000000
Date Updated2025-09-30 20:33:21
Inhouse Note2/18/11: Status uncertain, composer "holding on to"
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Title Category7
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Title Instrument Category TextFull Orchestra
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