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£154.99
The Power of the Megatsunami Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
The word 'tsunami' is of Japanese origin. When you look it up in a dictionary, you will find that it means 'a great sea wave produced by submarine earth movement or volcanic eruption'. A megatsunami is the superlative of this awesome expression of power that nature can create, and has catastrophic consequences. When Carl Wittrock completed this composition not many such big earth movements had occurred, but since then we have become all too familiar with the disastrous consequences which a tsunami may have. On the 26th of December 2004 a heavy seaquake took place near the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Tidal waves 10 meters in height ravaged the coastal regions of many countries for miles around. The tsunami took the lives of thousands of people and destroyed many villages and towns. There are more areas which run the risk of being struck by a tsunami, such as the island of La Palma, one of the Canary Islands. This island is based on oceanic crust at a fracture zone and as such is one of nature's time bombs. The consequences of a natural calamity like a megatsunami are immense. In the case of La Palma, the tidal wave will move in the direction of South America, where it may reach 50 km inland, destroying everything on its way. In his composition Wittrock describes an ordinary day which will have an unexpected ending. Right from the beginning there seems to be something in the air, the music creating an oppressive atmosphere of impending disaster. Themes are interrupted, broken off suddenly, followed by silence, suggesting the calm before the storm. Suddenly a short climax (glissandi in the trombone part) indicates the seaquake, and the megatsunami is a fact. Hereafter follows a turbulent passage symbolising the huge rolling waves. After nature's force has spent itself, resignation sets in and the composition ends with a majestic ode to nature. 10:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£59.99
Trumpets Parade Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
All trumpets are in the spotlight in this musical parade. The melodic part in the middle provides the soloists with the necessary air. Success is assured because every beginning, advanced, professional, or senior trumpeter can participate. 03:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£38.50
Two Dances from "Capriol Suite" (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
Johnnie Vinson has expertly adapted two movements from this well-known suite by Peter Warlock based on 16th-century dance music. "Basse-Dance" is a stately and moderate tempo dance in 3/4, while "Mattachins" is an energetic sword dance in 2/4. The unique stylings, and at times unusual harmonies, have been preserved in these delightful setting for beginning players. (2:20)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£94.99
Verso il Sole Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
Since the beginning of mankind people have realized that the warmth and the light of the sun were necessary to develop life on earth - by creating winds in the air, by generating rains through the evaporation of sea water and by allowing plants to grow. The sun creates the dynamism of the chain of life. This is the reason why ancient populations adored the sun as the god of cosmic order as opposed to the god of chaos or night, who generated fear and the necessity of defense. This piece is a tribute to the sun (Verso il Sole) as an existential symbol of life and energy. 0:04:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.54
Winds of a New Day (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
What better way to welcome new musicians to their first concert festival performance? "Winds of A New Day" is an energetic opener that heralds the beginning of a young musician's career! Following the majestic opening statement, flowing legato lines for all instruments provide powerful teaching opportunity. The opening theme returns bringing the piece to an exciting conclusion. A rousing choice for your next concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99
This Rockin' Band - David Shaffer
A Contemporary rock original that is sure to excite your beginning players and an excellent teaching device for teaching the basic syncopations of the rock style. Lots of fun for your students and a sure hit on your concert. Playable with unusual instrumentations.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£179.50
Walkabout - A Kaleidoscopic Journey for Band - John Brakstad
The concept of Walkabout comes originally from the Australian aborigines. A Walkabout is a journey where the goal is of less importance (even though you always end up where you started). It is the journey itself, and what you experience on the way,that is important. That could mean different moods, challenges, experiences in nature, various kinds of people, humour, joy, drama etc. The composition Walkabout consists of a several miniatures and episodes which are woven together. Someof the working titles for the miniatures have been: Call of the Unknown, Walk, Nightfall, At the Lake, Panorama, The Happy Man and The Sad Man, The Clown, The Valiant, Struggle and Relief,and Return to Home. The recurrent theme, which isheard at the beginning of the piece, symbolises the journey and the call of the unknown. Kaleidoscopic means Changing colours and patterns.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£73.50
Mock Morris for Band - Percy Aldridge Grainger / arr. Joseph Kreines
Evoking 'jog trot' images and moving steadily from beginning to end, this wonderful tune, first presented by the woodwinds in a variety of colorful voicings and punctuated by brass voices, eventually, is classic Grainger. Explicitly edited in this edition, it is a fitting addition to any concert or contest program.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£81.95
Belwin "Warm-Ups" for Symphonic Band - Leonard B. Smith and Jack Bullock
Finally, an intelligent warm-up beginning with a "Treasury of Scales" scale, then augmented with exercises and a final chorale in each of four keys.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£58.50
Legacy (An Overture for Band) - Robert W. Smith and Michael Story
Beginning with a short powerful fanfare-like opening statement, the melody is first introduced in the trumpet section followed by the entire ensemble. The melody is developed throughout, building to an exciting conclusion. A solid choice for your first year students! (2:07)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days