Handel | Arrival of the Queen of Sheba | for clarinet choir

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Captivate your audiences with this lively advanced-intermediate arrangement for clarinet choir of the sinfonia "Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" from Act III of George F. Handel's oratorio Solomon--instantly downloadable for your next performance. This arrangement is a wedding music staple; it's also a great opener or closer for recitals and is perfect for contests, competitions, graduations, background dinner music gigs, and educational outreach events. This spirited arrangement, from the Baroque Era, was written for college groups and professional ensembles.

Written in 1749, this exuberant and sprightly sinfonia was created to depict the bustling preparations and fervor surrounding the Queen of Sheba's regal state visit to the UK. This arrangement features two solo clarinets. I have included alternate Bb clarinet parts in lieu of a missing Eb clarinet or Alto clarinet. I have also included a Contra Alto Clarinet part as an alternate or in addition to the Contrabass Clarinet part. Bring a taste of Olde England to your next musical event with this delightful setting of a Handel classic.

Updated 28 Sep 2026