Locus Iste

Locus iste by Anton Bruckner, one of the best-known works of the sacred choral repertoire, is presented here in an arrangement for concert band.

This celebrated motet is characterised by its simple yet deeply expressive choral writing, clear melodic lines and the rich harmonic language that is so distinctive of Bruckner. The orchestration translates these elements into the colours of a wind ensemble while preserving the reflective and spiritual character of the original work.

The sonorities of the concert band highlight the different layers of the musical writing and the gradual harmonic progressions, while maintaining the simplicity, clarity and solemnity that give Locus iste its distinctive character.

This Bruckner concert band arrangement offers wind ensembles the opportunity to explore an important work from the sacred and choral repertoire in a format adapted to concert band instrumentation.

Locus iste is particularly suitable for classical concerts, sacred music programmes, church concerts, commemorative events and programmes featuring choral repertoire in an instrumental setting.

This arrangement is designed for ensembles looking for expressive and contemplative sacred music for concert band, combining Bruckner’s characteristic harmonic richness with the varied colours and sonorities of the wind ensemble.