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£76.99Voices of the Sky - Samuel R. Hazo
Our sky is never the same from day to day or even hour to hour. It holds the brightest and darkest things we will ever see, and in addition is capable of displaying every imaginable color and mood. Through this expressive work, Samuel Hazo has translated the many qualities of the sky into musical moods. The opening section features flowing melodies beautifully developed between soloistic and full ensemble playing. The "sinister" fast section features driving rhythms, mixed meters and a crescendo that evolves into a powerful setting of the original melody. Sam's sense of timing and emotional pacing is strongly evident in this effective work. Dur: 5:45 (Includes FullPerformance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Southern Folk Rhapsody - Michael Sweeney
Featuring some of America's most beloved folk melodies, Michael Sweeney has crafted an emotional and satisfying work for young players. You'll hear recurring strains of Swing Low, Sweet Chariot woven together with Wayfaring Stranger, a sensitive treatment of Steal Away, and a rousing gospel version of Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit. Rich in musicality and strong in general appeal, this will work great for contests as well as casual concerts. Dur: 4:30 (Includes Full Performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Silverbrook - Michael Sweeney
Rarely does a Grade 2 composition contain as much musical depth and variety as this powerhouse from the pen of Michael Sweeney. The impressive opening strains lead to a fast-paced ostinato accompanying an explosive melody in thetrumpets. After a delicate lyric section, the fast pace returns and the piece drives to a powerful finish. Dur: 4:25 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99To This Heartbeat There Is No End - Richard L. Saucedo
In one form or another, Hurricane Katrina affected all our lives. In the fall of 2005, the Mississippi Bandmasters Association commissioned Richard Saucedo to write this work for wind band. In the words of the composer, this is a tribute to those who lost their lives, to those who saved lives, and to those who continue to persevere in the aftermath... A wealth of musical effects-from the timpani heartbeat to the fury of the storm to the sense of determined optimism-all contribute to make this an unforgettable concert experience. Includes extensive percussion scoring as well as piano and optional harp. Dur: 6:00 (Includes Full Performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Sky is Waiting - Samuel R. Hazo
Commissioned by Bands of America for the 2006 National Honor Band, this impressive tour de force displays a wide range of tonal colors, stylistic variations, and emotional depth for the contemporary wind band. Known for his lyric writing style and powerful ensemble peaks, Samuel Hazo maximizes the effectiveness of the medium in this stunning work. Dur: 7:00 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Slas An (Yesterday's Joy) - Samuel R. Hazo
With a unique blend of flowing lines and lush textures coupled with dynamic Celtic drumming, Sam has created a very stylized and effective setting for wind band. Interspersed are quiet moments with soloistic woodwind lines thatcontrast nicely with the emotional full band passages. Dur: 4:30 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£109.99Rush - Samuel R. Hazo
Written as a follow-up to his wildly successful composition Ride, this new work from Samuel Hazo was commissioned by the Wenger Corporation and premiered at the 2006 Midwest Clinic in Chicago. Like its predecessor, Rush is an exhilarating display of rhythmic intensity, featuring shifting meters and dynamic wind band scoring. Sure to leave your listeners breathless. Dur: 3:35 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Diamond Fanfare - Samuel R. Hazo
Written with a dramatic blend of thundering percussion, intense brass proclamations, and woodwind flourishes, Samuel Hazo expands the fanfare format into a truly powerful setting for wind band. Equally effective for contest use or any festive occasion. Dur: 4:30 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99And Hold in Memory... - Johnnie Vinson
This beautifully constructed tone poem features a memorable lyric melody stated first by the horns and clarinets, and later by a trumpet duet accompanied by the brass section. Johnnie uses a nice blend of lighter textures with the woodwinds prominent, alternating with fuller sections voiced for the entire ensemble. This touching composition is carefully paced and masterfully scored. Dur: 4:00 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Geneva - Timothy Broege
This celebratory work by Timothy Broege uses alternating fast and slow segments to showcase a variety of colors and contrasting musical styles. The slow sections feature brief solos for alto sax and trumpet, while the fast sections utilize a driving pulse and creative interplay between the winds and percussion. Dynamic contrasts and creative harmonies round out this marvelous work. Dur: 5:40 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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