Marshall's Civic Band

    "Flowers of Spain" is a magnificent example of the classic Spanish Paso 
doble.  The original edition published by Editorial Musica Moderna did not 
include parts for low clarinets or bassoons, but did include an instrumentation 
similar to the modern concert band.  The arranger-editor, John Edmondson, 
working from the original three-line "Conductor in Bb", a set of parts and a 
supberb recording by the University of Illinois Band under the direction of 
Harry Begian, has constructed this full score for modern symphonic band.  Those 
few bands who may have performed this selection from the original published 
version will welcome this new edition which has clarified the many 
inconsistencies in articulations, dynamics and, in some cases, wrong notes. 
    Take care that a comfortable and stately tempo is maintained, and strive for 
precise rhythmic vitality.  The dynamic level should never become so heavy that 
any part is obscured.