Belle of the Ball

for Band
Like most of Leroy Anderson’s efforts, Belle of the Ball is light, effervescent, and devoid of conflict or disharmony. Anderson looked upon the piece as a modern-day American revival — or revitalization — of the Viennese waltz tradition. Having said that, the main theme sounds rather unlike a Strauss waltz, but the voice of Tchaikovsky is evident in its playful, fantasy-like character. The melody is rhythmic and comes in short groups of notes, beginning with two notes, then three, then expanding further; the music skates along elegantly. The middle section features a delightful variation on the theme, in which Anderson’s gentle-belled sonorities impart a playful innocence. This exclusive Southern band edition by Mark Rogers reintroduces Anderson’s enchanting work to new generations of audiences.

Additional Information

SKU: 00757844
UPC: 196288086352
ISBN-10: 1638875537
ISBN-13: 9781638875536
Series: Southern Music
Format: Full Score
Page Count: 24
Contributors: Leroy Anderson/arr. R. Mark Rogers