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Title
Mit Horridoh und Hussassa
Category
Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory
Street march
Instrumentation
Ha
(concert/wind band)
Instrumentation/info
MBF
(card size)
Format
DirStm
(Condensed Score and parts)
Double number/set
Defiliermarsch
Composer
Schierhorn, Wilhelm
Difficulty level
2
Additional info/contents
"Mit Horridoh und Hussassa" is a traditional parade march for wind orchestra composed by Wilhelm Schierhorn. It is characterized by a steady rhythm, precise melodies, and the effective use of brass and percussion. The march is suitable for parades, club festivities, and concerts. While its exact origins are not fully documented, it exemplifies the blend of musical tradition, community spirit, and festive wind music.
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Programme notes:
“Mit Horridoh und Hussassa” by Wilhelm Schierhorn
The march “Mit Horridoh und Hussassa” by Wilhelm Schierhorn is a work for wind orchestra that belongs to the tradition of the German-language march repertoire. The title itself points to a festive, folk-inspired sound world. The exclamations “Horridoh” and “Hussassa” evoke historical hunting and celebratory traditions, as well as communal events that combine music, movement, and a formal, ceremonial setting. In doing so, the march blends musical structure with a lively, public appeal.
As a *Defiliermarsch* (parade march), the work is originally intended to accompany an orderly march-past. The term *Defilieren* refers to the passing-by of a formation. The music must support a steady pace and remain clearly audible even outdoors. Consequently, a stable tempo, precise rhythms, and a clearly defined melodic line are of particular importance. The percussion section provides the steady pulse, while the low brass instruments create a solid foundation. Trumpets, flugelhorns, and high woodwinds often take on distinctive melodies or fanfare-like motifs. Horns, tenor-range instruments, and middle voices bridge the various instrumental groups.
Like many marches, “Mit Horridoh und Hussassa” is characterized by several contrasting sections. An energetic main section gives way to a calmer, more lyrical trio. The trio often highlights softer timbres and a more *cantabile* (singing) melody. The subsequent return to the main section creates a heightened effect, bringing the march to an impressive conclusion. Musical execution relies not only on the written notes but also on articulation, dynamics, and the balance between instrumental registers. Short motifs require uniform articulation, accents must be executed precisely, and the melody must remain audible even during powerful *tutti* passages.
Information regarding the exact date of composition and specific biographical details about Wilhelm Schierhorn is incomplete in readily available sources; consequently, neither a precise year of composition nor a specific original occasion can be identified with certainty. From a music-historical perspective, however, the work clearly belongs to the wind band repertoire and the march tradition. This tradition flourished particularly during the 19th and early 20th centuries, linked to military ceremonies as well as club activities, parades, marksmen’s festivals, and public events. Marches served purposes beyond mere musical entertainment: they structured movement, lent a festive air to events, and fostered a sense of community.
The title also plays a significant role in interpretation. "Horridoh" is a traditional call associated with hunting and festivities. "Hussassa," by contrast, functions as a rhythmic exclamation that conveys a spirited, communal atmosphere. Without further sources, it is impossible to definitively attribute a specific political or military-historical meaning to the title. It is therefore best viewed objectively as an expression of a historical, festive musical idiom.
• In today's brass band music, "Mit Horridoh und Hussassa" can be used both at parades and club events as well as at open-air concerts and concert performances. Its value lies in the balance between practical function and musical artistry. While the march demands rhythmic precision, it also allows for nuanced work on timbre, dynamics, and melody. It exemplifies a repertoire that preserves tradition while accommodating diverse performance styles. For wind bands, the work offers an opportunity to keep historical march forms alive and convey them effectively to an audience. •
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