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£79.99Danse Bacchanale (from Samson and Delilah) - Camille Saint-Saëns
MusicWorks - Grade 4 Exotic and exciting certainly describe this familiar work from Samson and Delilah by Saint-Sans. This masterful transcription for band by Jay Bocook presents challenging (yet certainly attainable) parts for the woodwinds, as well as dynamic writing for the brass and percussion sections. The vivace section to the end is simply hard to beat for full-throttle power and excitement. (4:20)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Southern Hymn - Samuel R. Hazo
Even though the themes used in this beautiful setting are original, it is intended to be played in the style of a slow Southern folk hymn, similar to "Amazing Grace" or "Shenandoah."Filled with suspensions and resolutions, as well as calm moments and powerfully emotional builds, this is a marvelous work for expanding your ensemble's stylistic and dynamic range. Dur: 4:25 (Grade 4)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Pulsation - Richard L. Saucedo
Written entirely in one tempo, but with the meter alternating between 4/4 and 6/8 throughout, Richard Saucedo creates an ingenious effect of pulsating motion along with layers of textures and sounds. Starting with a soloisticdialogue between flute and clarinet the work progresses to thicker sonorities and percussive effects including clapping and shouting. Definitely an enjoyable work that is off the beaten path! Dur: 2:35 (Grade 2-1/2)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Graceful Ghost Rag - William Bolcom
Adapted from the well-known piano composition Graceful Ghost Rag, here is William Bolcom's own very elegant and effective version for symphonic band. Written in a moderate ragtime tempo, this work utilizes a transparent scoring style along with soloistic passages contrasted with brief soli features for various sections of the ensemble. Unique and rewarding. Dur: 4:00 (Grade 4)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Groovee! - Richard L. Saucedo
Written entirely in 4/4 and using a single tempo throughout, Richard has created a marvelous work for young players that features logical pacing and variety along with a keen sense of rhythmic momentum. Using a recurring interludefor percussion and bluesy elements in the melody, this is effective as a concert piece and also just plain fun to play! Dur: 2:55
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50Rockin' Bach - Eric Osterling
Eric Osterling cleverly takes the famous Minuet in G by Bach and transforms it into a rock tune in 4/4. Carefully written so that every section gets a chance to play the melody.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Over the River
John Moss has taken this familiar holiday melody and crafted an up-tempo and lively setting all in 4/4 (rather than 6/8). This unique version is sure to be a welcome addition to your band's holiday offerings. Carefully scored togive every section interesting parts. Dur: 2:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99The Redwoods - Rossano Galante
Here is a bold and adventurous overture that works great as a concert opener. Reminiscent of an epic film score, this original composition features dynamic brass fanfares, sweeping woodwind lines and a wealth of stylistic andemotional variety. Impressive writing for mature groups. (Grade 4) (4:25)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Land of the Healing Waters - Rossano Galante
According to legend, Tolenas Springs, in Solano County, CA was once known as The Land of the Healing Waters due to the restorative powers of the water. This beautiful descriptive work begins with a slow, lyrical melody reminiscent of the flowing water, followed with the music evolving into a faster, heroic theme stated by the brass. The piece culminates in a riveting conclusion suggesting the healing waters washing over us. (Grade 4) Dur: 4:30 Recorded by Central Winds (NY) - Andrew Perry, conductor
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£78.20Cloud(iu)s ... der Wolkenmann - Thiemo Kraas
4 Miniatures for Winds: 1. Wind 2. Storm 3. Rain 4. Sun and Snow There was a little child who enthusiastically told a story ... and a composer who was equally inspired by the child and its story to write these miniatures. At the premier performance of my composition "Arcus" in March 2011, when I explained how a piece about the rainbow came into being, a little girl came up to me and asked: "Thiemo, what about the man in the clouds?" I obviously had forgotten to include him, though he is as the little girl informed me of extreme importance in the sky: "He sits in the clouds and is responsible for the weather. He shakes rain, wind, storm or snow out of the clouds, he pushes them aside to let the sunshine through or he models them into funny figures, making people on earth smile." Fascinated by the girl's ingenuous ideas I created this small composition, sitting in my study and letting my mind wander into the sky. As the man in the clouds naturally has to have a name, I decided to call him "Cloud(iu)s ... man in the clouds". I dedicate this piece to the children of my beginner's band, who show me again and again how wonderful and precious it is to delight in the small things in life ...
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days