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Now in ColorFlex format for groups with limited instrumentation! Kyiv, 2022 was written as a powerful sequel to Moscow, 1941, one of Brian Balmages's most well-known pieces. This work changes the narrative, where the theme from Moscow now becomes the aggressor, and the heroic people of Ukraine are represented by the Ukrainian National Anthem and the powerful "Prayer for Ukraine." Certain to spark discussions about humanity, history, and culture. (4:30)
About ColorFlex
Conductors no longer need to choose between function and texture! Ensembles with instrumentation challenges still have numerous options to cover all parts, yet orchestration is elevated significantly to be faithful to the composer's original intent. Musicians have more opportunities to rest, and timbre once again becomes a central element of each work. So go ahead and have the best of both worlds: flexible and colorful.Sample Audio
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All Parts for “Kyiv, 2022” — Symphony Orchestra
This Grade: 3 Symphony Orchestra arrangement by Brian Balmages ships as printed sheet music with a conductor score and a complete set of parts. Every individual part is also available as a separate PDF digital download.
Woodwinds 6 parts
Brass 8 parts
Strings 5 parts
Percussion 4 parts
Frequently asked questions
What instruments are included in “Kyiv, 2022”?
This Symphony Orchestra arrangement includes 23 individual parts: Flute, 2nd Flute, Oboe, 1st B-flat Clarinet, 2nd B-flat Clarinet, Bassoon, 1st F Horn, 2nd F Horn, 1st B-flat Trumpet, 2nd B-flat Trumpet, 1st Trombone, 2nd Trombone, 3rd Trombone, Tuba, 1st Violin, 2nd Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass, Timpani, 1st Percussion, 2nd Percussion, 3rd Percussion. A conductor score is also available separately.
Can I buy a single instrument part instead of the full set?
Yes. Every individual instrument part is available as a separate PDF download. This is perfect for replacing a misplaced page or adding extra stands for your section without purchasing the complete set.
What grade level is “Kyiv, 2022”?
“Kyiv, 2022” is rated Grade: 3, written for Symphony Orchestra.
How many copies of each part come with the full set?
The full set includes the following quantities:
| Part | Copies |
|---|---|
| Conductor Score | 1 |
| Flute | 1 |
| 2nd Flute | 1 |
| Oboe | 1 |
| 1st B-flat Clarinet | 1 |
| 2nd B-flat Clarinet | 1 |
| Bassoon | 1 |
| 1st F Horn | 2 |
| 2nd F Horn | 2 |
| 1st B-flat Trumpet | 1 |
| 2nd B-flat Trumpet | 1 |
| 1st Trombone | 1 |
| 2nd Trombone | 1 |
| 3rd Trombone | 1 |
| Tuba | 1 |
| 1st Violin | 8 |
| 2nd Violin | 8 |
| Viola | 5 |
| Cello | 5 |
| String Bass | 5 |
| Timpani | 1 |
| 1st Percussion | 3 |
| 2nd Percussion | 3 |
| 3rd Percussion | 3 |
How are the parts delivered?
Individual parts are available as instant PDF downloads that you can print as many times as you need. The complete set (Kyiv, 2022: Full Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts) includes the conductor score and all parts as PDF downloads.
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Real reactions from the players, directors & students who love Kyiv, 2022.
I wish I had this video when I played this piece last year💀
Theme from Moscow 1941 appears here too, but it's more menacing now, representing the aggressor in this case.
I played this last year and my band director spent so long looking for a recording only for it to be released a year later
Our band was specifically given this piece by the Writer. I was in 8th grade and I played bass drum, and I loved it!
Written as a sequel to "Moscow, 1941" this work changes the narrative: theme from "Moscow" now represents the aggressor, and heroic people of Ukraine are represented by the Ukrainian national anthem and the powerful song "Prayer for Ukraine".
I'm playing timpani on this and boy is it a fun part
I've played this song before (lucky enough to get snare :)). It was EPIC
We played this today with Mr. Balmages 😋
I played Moscow 1941 freshman year in band and Kyiv 2022 the next year
I played this in 8th grade, but at the concert, the percussionists were playing one measure early… (playing measure 20 on measure 19)
Played this a couple days ago at my 7th-8th grade concert, we performed this nearly flawlessly :D
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