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£89.99Brook Green Suite (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Holst, Gustav - Curnow, James
This is sure to be one of those orchestral transcriptions that finds a permanent place in the realm of concert band literature. Holst's ability to develop and explore folk melodies with rich, lyrical treatment is fully realized in this sterling example of the final phase of this remarkable composer's career. The smooth and peaceful declivities of the Prelude, the expressive Cantabile of the Air, and the sprightly 6/8 Dance combine to give your audience and your band a truly enriching experience. Enticing! (Grade 4) (7:00) 07:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99HOLIDAY BELLS (Concert Band) - Curnow, James
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 favourite. Includes: Westminster Chimes; The Merry Bells All Ring; I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day; Ukrainian Bell Carol.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99SORCERER'S APPRENTICE (Young Band) - Dukas, Paul - Curnow, James
Here's an excellent, playable arrangement of the symphonic tone poem made famous in the motion picture 'Fantasia.'
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Jingle Jangle Bells - James Curnow
Featuring the familiar carols ft.Jolly Old St. Nicholas ft. and ft.Jingle Bells ft., here is a creative and concise overture that interweaves melodies from both tunes. Using a single tempo throughout and a bright festive mood,this is perfect as a holiday opener or closer!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Celebration Fanfare (On a Theme by Haydn) - Franz Joseph Haydn
Franz Joseph Haydn's famous melody from the second movement of the Emperor Quartet (String Quartet, Op. 76) was the basis for the national anthem of Austria for more than a century, and is frequently heard in hymns, anthems, andalma maters worldwide. In this celebratory extended fanfare, composer James Curnow skillfully weaves this majestic melody into a work which is both exuberant and energetic. Recorded by the Cobb Wind Symphony (Marietta, GA) -Alfred Watkins and Robert Cowles conductors, premiered during their performance at the 2018 Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic. Dur: 4:25
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Beyond the Stars - James Curnow
Based on the traditional American shaped-note melody The Promised Land (first published in the 1800s), Beyond the Stars captures the spirit of the early American church musicians who voiced their enthusiasm for life and thefreedom of worship through both vocal and instrumental music. The music features several mini-variations wrapped up in four large variations (Fast, Fast, Slow, Fast-recapitulation). The composer has created new thematic materialfor each variation by excerpting motifs from three separate phrases of the original shaped-note melody. A stunning and powerful work for winds. Dur: c. 6:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Concord Celebration - James Curnow
Incorporating a continuous set of variations (style, harmony, rhythm) on the Westminster Chimes of London's Big Ben, this concise overture in one tempo celebrates an energetic and powerful spirit that the sounding of bells evokesin all of us. Nicely paced with simple meter changes and textural varieties. Dur: 2:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50Cumberland Gap Overture (A Wilderness Adventure) - James Curnow
Featuring mini-variations on the folk tune Cumberland Gap, this easy overture provides a musical portrait of travel through the Appalachian Mountains. Composed in a single tempo, there is still plenty of contrast in dynamics and scoring, plus fun effects. Dur: 2:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Legend Of Old Abe - James Curnow
Named after President Lincoln, Old Abe was a famous bald eagle who served as mascot for the 8th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment during the Civil War. Legend of Old Abe is a marvelously descriptive work for young bands thattakes the listener on a journey of Old Abe's exploits. From a peaceful and serene opening the work progresses through the sounds of conflict and battle. The mood turns reflective and then triumphant as the music celebrates thisamazing true story. A wonderful cross-curricular opportunity for your bandroom as you bring history to life through music. Dur: 3:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50Excelsior! - James Curnow
With its Latin title translated as onward and upward this brief yet energetic overture for second-year players captures the spirit of adventure found in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 1841 poem of the same name. The energetic pulseand powerful melodies will engage the imagination of your young players. Dur: 2:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days