Quintet Suite in A major, Op.17 (Chou, Evans)

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5 more: Flute • Oboe • Violin 1 • Violin 2 • Violin 3

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Publisher. Info. Evans Chou, 2025.
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Misc. Notes First publication, Jan 2025
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Work Title Quintet Suite in A Major
Alternative. Title The Celtic Suite
Composer Chou, Evans
Opus/Catalogue NumberOp./Cat. No. Op.17
I-Catalogue NumberI-Cat. No. IEC 4
Key A major
Movements/SectionsMov'ts/Sec's 7 movements:
  1. Prelude: Loch Lomond opens the suite with serene warmth.
  2. Gavotte: The Lovat Scouts, a spirited dance based on a piece by J. Scott Skinner of the same name, honouring Highland regiments.
  3. Waltz: A medley of Skye Boat Song, Wild Mountain Thyme, and Auld Lang Syne, evoking love and friendship.
  4. Aire: The Rowan Tree, a tender reflection on tradition.
  5. Jig: A fast folk dance based on two themes — Off She Goes and The Irish Washer, energetic and lively.
  6. Hymn: Highland Cathedral, a stately anthem of Scottish pride.
  7. Polka: A finale based on John Ryan’s Polka and Soldier’s Joy, with Scotland the Brave on the bass, ending the suite with jubilance.
Year/Date of CompositionY/D of Comp. 2024-25
First Performance. 2025/01/26
First Publication. 2025
Average DurationAvg. Duration 12 minutes
Composer Time PeriodComp. Period Modern
Piece Style Traditional (folk)
Instrumentation flute, oboe, 3 violins
Extra Information This 7-movement quintet suite reimagines Celtic themes from Scotland and Ireland with fresh interpretations in scoring and harmony.