Jubilus!

This characteristic opening piece starts with an energetic and robust fanfare, soon followed by a contrasting, expressive, and lyrical theme. These two ingredients alternate a few times, after which an allegro brillante creates a new atmosphere. For a moment, a catchy and brisk theme can be heard in various sections of the ensemble, and then the introductory themes immerge again. The piece has a classic ABA-form. The band can be presented in different ways without ever losing the unity.

Jubilus! was commissioned by the Utsunomiya Brass Society (Japan) for their 25th anniversary. The piece was first performed on September 15, 2002 in Utsunomiya.