Charpentier’s Eurovision Hymn — Full Orchestra Sheet Music

Q: What is the difficulty level of this arrangement?

Grade 4 — Intermediate to Professional. Designed for symphony orchestras and advanced ensembles. The festive, march-like character of the Prélude is accessible; the professional engraving standard ensures efficient rehearsal at any level.

Q: Do I need a performance license?

Charpentier's original composition is in the public domain. This arrangement by Paul Lorenz is licensed for unlimited performances with your purchase — no additional ASCAP, BMI, or PRS reporting is required for the arrangement itself. Standard venue licensing applies for ticketed events as usual.

The Te Deum Prélude H.146, heard at Eurovision since 1956, arranged for modern full orchestra by Paul Lorenz

Arrangements performed at the Vienna State Opera • Recorded at Abbey Road Studios • Trusted by the London Symphony Orchestra

Heard by more people than any other classical opening in television history, Charpentier’s Te Deum Prélude has announced Europe’s greatest live spectacle for over 70 years — and yet, until now, a professional full-orchestra edition adapted for modern instruments simply did not exist. Free downloads from IMSLP require hours of editorial work before a single part is ready for the stand. Academic publishers sell the complete 25-minute motet when you need precisely two minutes and thirty seconds of triumphant D-major fanfare. The Paul Lorenz edition closes this gap: a conductor score and complete set of individually extracted orchestral parts, engraved to MOLA standards, transposed for modern instruments, and available for instant download the moment your ensemble needs it.

This is sheet music designed for the professional reality of the podium. Every staff size, every rehearsal letter, every page turn has been considered — because when 160 million people associate those first four bars with the beginning of something extraordinary, the score in the conductor’s hands must be worthy of that recognition. Whether you are programming a Eurovision-themed concert, opening a state ceremony, or simply bringing one of Europe’s most beloved melodies to your season, this arrangement delivers the performance-ready precision that professional ensembles demand.

The Complete Professional Edition

Full Orchestra

€39.90

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The definitive performance-ready edition of Charpentier’s Eurovision Hymn for modern symphony orchestra. Includes the full conductor’s score in A3 format plus all individually extracted parts — adapted for modern instruments, ready for the stand from the moment of download.

Conductor Score (Full Orchestra, A3 landscape)
Flute
Oboe
Clarinet (B♭)
bassoons
Horn (F)
Trumpet (B♭)
Timpani part
Violin I & Violin II parts
Viola part
Cello & Double Bass part
High-Resolution PDF (600 DPI), Instant Download
Performance license for your ensemble included

Download Full Orchestra PDF

Crafted for the Podium

Modern Orchestration: Baroque natural trumpets and recorders adapted for standard B♭/C trumpets and flutes — no editorial work before the first rehearsal.
Complete Performance Package: Conductor score and all individual parts in one download — no separate billing, no assembly required.
MOLA-Compliant Engraving: 8.5mm staff sizes, sequential measure numbers at every system, and intelligent page turns — optimized for the podium and the stand.
600 DPI Print Quality: Crystal-clear notation for print or tablet display — no pixelation at full zoom on forScore or similar apps.
Performance License Included: Print and perform with your full ensemble — licensed for concert use, with clear ASCAP/BMI/PRS guidance.
Bespoke Customization: Non-standard ensemble? Contact Paul Lorenz Music — instrumentation can be adapted to your specific roster.

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is included in the download?

You receive a complete, performance-ready package: the full conductor’s score in A3 landscape format, plus all individual orchestral parts — flutes, oboes, clarinets, bassoons, horns, trumpets, trombones, timpani, and the complete string section (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass). Every file is a high-resolution 600 DPI PDF optimized for both professional printing and tablet display.

What is the difficulty level of this arrangement?

Grade 4 — Intermediate to Professional. The Te Deum Prélude’s festive, march-like character is idiomatic for any well-rehearsed symphony orchestra or advanced community ensemble. The MOLA-compliant engraving ensures efficient sight-reading and minimal rehearsal time spent on notation issues.

Do I need a performance license?

Charpentier’s original composition is firmly in the public domain — it was composed in the 17th century. This arrangement by Paul Lorenz is licensed for unlimited performances with your purchase; no additional ASCAP, BMI, or PRS reporting is required for the arrangement itself. For ticketed or broadcast performances, standard venue licensing applies as usual.

Can the arrangement be customized for my ensemble?

Absolutely. Paul Lorenz Music offers bespoke customization services — a capability unique in the professional sheet music industry. Whether you need alternative instrumentation, key transpositions, or adjustments to accommodate a non-standard roster, contact us directly and we will tailor the arrangement to your exact requirements.

What is your refund policy?

Due to the digital nature of our products, we cannot offer refunds once the download has been accessed. We encourage you to review the score preview carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.

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