Two Renaissance Dances Diverse / Arr. Mekel Rogers

FJH Beginning Band

The Renaissance comes alive in this two-movement work featuring Now is the Month of Maying (Thomas Morley) and Schiarazula Marazula (Giorgio Mainerio). While extremely approachable for young students, this arrangement still sounds incredibly authentic. Active percussion writing helps capture the spirit of the Renaissance court dance. A great opportunity to teach period style and historical context while all students are engaged with exciting material.

Now is the Month of Maying is one of the most famous English madrigals ever written. Combined with the less-familiar Schiarazula Marazula, these two songs are a wonderful introduction to the Renaissance style. Performable alone or together they are the perfect addition to your music library.