Hornpipe (from Water Music)

This excerpt from Handel's "Water Music" suite is effective as a wedding processional as well as a church postlude or a concert piece. The character and energy of the original have been retained through its transformation into a quartet piece. The more experienced performer on the highest part will need to spend time working out the four-in-hand sections of music, but the rest of the ensemble should find most of the work of average difficulty. The sparkle of this selection is a wonderful addition to any group's repertoire.