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£137.99Odyssee Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
The Odyssee tells the story of Odysseus, the undaunted hero. In times long ago the blind poet Homer wrote this famous epic. The "Odyssey" follows the "Iliad", the story of the bloody war between the Greek and the Trojans. This battle ends after ten years thanks to the Odysseys famous trick. the Trojan Horse. The Odyssey is not a war epic, but a story about perseverance, loyalty, adventure, and the survival instinct of its ingenious hero. In The Odyssey, Homer describes how Odysseus, the king of Ithaca, had to endure another ten years of affliction after the ten years of war in Troy before he could finally return to his home land. During those years, his wife, Penelope, had to try and keep her many admirers away. These men not only wanted het hand but also the kingship. To prove her husbands worth, she played a trick: "As soon as I have finished weaving this shroud for my father-in-law, Laertes, I will choose one of you to become my husband", she promised them. But during the night, she secretly loosened what she had woven during the day, prolonging the time until Odysseus would finally return. After twenty long years, when he finally stood at the door, she wondered: Is this really my husband? Is he an imposter? Cunningly, she asked him to move the bed, because only she and her husband know that the bed was immovable and was build around an old three trunk! Odysseus was deeply moved: this really was his wife, his Penelope! Nearly three thousands years later, the loyalty and strength of this character, and all the dangerous adventures that Odysseus survived thanks to courage and intelligence, still moves us today. Odyssee by Jan Bosveld is not just an adventure story, but rather a characteristic piece in which memories of Homers story can be heard. The composition opens with a firm, stirring theme describing our hero, Odysseus, in detail: This man is not to be taken lightly. The further development of this short introduction completes this character sketch: trustworthy, perseverant, and a genius. After that we can picture Odysseus on the lonely beach of Ogygia. Do the trumpets depict his memories of the war of Troy? Does he think of his wife, as we recognise the weaving loom of Penelope in the murmuring eighth? In the solemn, plaintive part that follows, we can imagine Penelope feeling lonely, sitting in the womens room with her servants.One of the girls plays the harp, but that does not clear the sombre atmosphere. Then we can imagine seeing the sorceress Circe, who changed Odysseus men into swine. After she gives a simple magic sign something follows that reminds us of the sound of pigs grunting. Then the Odysseus theme resounds: the hero comes to savi his comrades. Assisted by Hermes, he forces Circe to lift the spell. The piece ends the same way as it began, with an animated theme: Odysseus is still the same, undefeated and not to be taken lighty! 07:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99The Willow Tree - Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin
Although this haunting tune has the flavor and sentiment of a traditional Irish folk song, it was composed in 1995 by multifaceted artist Pdraign N Uallachin. Her inspiration for the song was the idea that when we are happy or sad, the elements and the natural world are aligned with our feelings. From the wistful lyrics of the song; Down by the river there's a tall willow tree, who weeps all night for you and me. This evocative setting for band follows this sentiment through peaks and valleys of sound and emotion. Dur: 3:10
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£67.95
March Of The Royals - Bill Calhoun
March of the Royals is a concert march for developing concert bands. Although familiar, with all the ingredients found in a typical march, this piece is written in a more regal and elegant style that is characteristic of English style marches. The piece is written for younger musicians but directors will find that it is carefully scored to help ensembles sound older than their years.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£56.50
Old St. Nicholas Had A Farm - Larry Clark
Imagine if you can the north pole where Santa keeps all of his reindeer. Someone, whether Santa himself or the elves in his employ, has to keep them fed, warm, and happy if they are to do the impossible again in a year's time. Old St. Nicholas Had a Farm has some fun with this idea by mashing up the classic song Old MacDonald with popular Christmas Carols. Using only the first six notes of the Bb scale and only two repeated eighth notes as the most challenging rhythm, students will feel comfortable playing the sound of sleigh bells, the crack of Santa's whip, and the thunder of reindeer hoofs. This piece will make a perfect addition to your next holiday concert and audienceswill delight in participating.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Holiday Bells
The sound of chimes and bells can evoke the Christmas spirit in all of us. This sparkling and joyful medley of familiar carols features a distinctive orchestration and style, and is sure to become a holiday favorite. Includes:Westminster Chimes, The Merry Bells All Ring, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day and Ukrainian Bell Carol.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99The Nuts and Crackers Sweet - David Shaffer
Shaffer has risen to a higher level of musical misquotation with this adaptation of Tchaikovsky's famous ballet, Nuts and Crackers. David has lovingly orchestrated three of the most best known movements from the ballet: March of the Rin Tin Tin Soldiers, Dance of the Thoroughly Modern Mirlitons, and the Russian Hat-rack Dance (Ho Ho Hopak). This delightfully fun piece is especially appropriate for holiday concerts, but is sure to bring down the house in any concert setting. Lots of fun and full of percussion sound effects. DELIGHTFUL!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.99I'll Love My Love
Was Holst's Second Suite in F the work that made you fall in love with the sound of the concert band? Now, you can share that feeling with your developing musicians with this accessible setting of the achingly beautiful tune from its second movement. Carefully crafted, "I'll Love My Love" will expand your ensemble's technical and emotional range with its rich harmonies and engaging countermelodies. Not just a watered-down version of Holst's masterpiece, "I'll Love My Love" is an original treatment that will give you, your students, and your audience a new perspective on a familiar tune.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Legend of the Queen Anne's Revenge - Robert W. Smith
American history comes to life with this inspired work from composer Robert W. Smith. "Legend of the Queen Anne's Revenge" is a work for the developing concert band inspired by the sailing ship of the same name and its infamous captain known as Blackbeard. Featuring rollicking nautical themes and a dark journey into "Davy Jones Locker" featuring the tuba, the piece will be a favorite of your students and audience. Fun to prepare and educationally sound!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99
Dreams Of Flying - P. Clark
Inspired by the poem "Flight" written by a WWII fighter pilot, "Dreams Of Flying" is a wonderful selection for concert or festival. The melodic main theme, the lyrical middle section, and the powerful and positive-sounding ending have all been crafted to give a rich and full sound without presenting the players with excessive range or rhythmic challenges. Give your band and audiences a musically uplifting experience with every performance of "Dreams Of Flying."
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.50
Santa By The Sea - V. Shanley
Santa travels to every corner of the world on Christmas Eve - even to the sea! Using just the first 6 notes of the Bb scale, every player in the band has a chance to shine in Santa By The Sea, a unique setting of "Jolly Old Saint Nicholas." Percussionists will enjoy playing a variety of auxiliary instruments, and the woodwinds and brass get to join the fun by creating "beachy" sound effects on their instruments. Great holiday fun!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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