Berceuse Heroique

Moved by the sacrifices of his countrymen after the beginning of World War I in 1914, Debussy composed his Berceuse Heroique for solo piano with quotes of the Belgian National Anthem. It was dedicated to “His Majesty King Albert I of Belgium and his soldiers.” This was his only composition in the 12 months following the start of the war.

Instrumentation: 423.11 brass ensemble & Percussion

• 2 Trumpets in B♭
• 2 Flugelhorns
• 2 Horns
• 2 Trombones
• Bass Trombone
• Euphonium
• Tuba
• Percussion (Timpani, Glockenspiel, Suspended Cymbal)

This arrangement is part of our Boulder Brass Signature Series.