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£89.99Jupiter (from The Planets) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Holst, Gustav - Curnow, James
From Holst's monumental work, The Planets comes this arrangement of one of the most popular movements. James Curnow has preserved the form and integrity of the original, yet made it accessible to most mature high school groups.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£39.99AFRICAN PORTRAIT (Concert Band) - Curnow, James
This item may be Print on Demand (approx 3 weeks). Let the rhythmic joy of these African folk songs invigorate your audience at your next concert. The young band will enjoy performing this excellent arrangement by James Curnow with foot-stomping and hand-clapping as well as accessibly enjoyable instrumental parts. Good, easy band arrangements of authentic African melodies are somewhat rare considering the immense wealth of styles of music that infuse the continent. Perfect for multicultural events. Duration: 4:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50FANFARE FOR CHRISTMAS (Concert Band) - Curnow, James
By interweaving fragments of several Christmas favourites into a brilliant fanfare, James Curnow has crafted this spirited, festive work. A perfect opener for your next Christmas concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£75.00March (from Suite for Variety Orchestra, No.1) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shostakovich, Dmitri - Curnow, James
The Suite for Variety Orchestra, No. 1 (1956) is a work by Dmitri Shostakovich in eight movements that draws from the composer's earlier themes. The first of these movements is the delightful "March," originally found in Korzinkina's Adventures, Op. 59 (1940). James Curnow has skillfully adapted this work for band, sure to become a welcome addition to the repertoire for winds.Click to view score with recording."
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£68.00OUTDOOR OVERTURE, Themes from An (Intermediate Concert Band) - Copland, Aaron - Curnow, James
Aaron Copland's An Outdoor Overture was composed for orchestra in 1938 for the High School of Music and Art in New York City, then transcribed for wind band in 1941. This adaptation by James Curnow features the primary themes from the original work in a concise, yet bold and appealing format. The music itself is an example of Copland in his prime, with buoyant themes expressing a sense of optimism and joy. Dur: 3:50 American Grade 3
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£39.99RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL (Very Easy Concert Band) - Susato, Tielman - Curnow, James
Tielman Susato, one of the most influential musicians of his time, left behind an enormous body of Renaissance compositions. Students of music would do well to be familiar with Susato and the sounds of the Renaissance. James Curnow has carefully arranged two of Susato's dance melodies in such a way that the young band can bring them to the concert stage with the real character and spirit of the original works. Opportunities abound for a study of the Renaissance period in a cross-curricular setting. You'll find this excellent concert and contest publication to be right on target. Duration: 3:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99The Nutcracker, Suite from (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilyich - Curnow, James
Here is a superb symphonic treatment of the best-known movements from Tchaikovsky's ballet. Not only does Jim Curnow capture the spirit of the orchestral version, but he has transformed the work into a setting that lets the modern concert band sound its best.Includes:Arabian Dance ('Coffee')Chinese Dance ('Tea')Dance of the Reed-FlutesDance of the Sugar Plum FairyMarchOvertureRussian Dance ('Trepak')Waltz of the Flowers
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99WHERE NEVER LARK OR EAGLE FLEW (Concert Band) - Curnow, James
This item may be Print on Demand (approx 3 weeks). This impressive work for mature band is based on an inspiring poem written by an American pilot in World War II. The dazzling brass sonorities and sweeping woodwind lines reflect the young man's love for flying and its release from the troubles of the world. A classic band work from the pen of master composer James Curnow.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Toccata and Chorale - James Curnow
Written in a sophisticated and dynamic style, this work from James Curnow is more impressive sounding than the easy grade level would indicate. Opening with a rhythmic and intense toccata, this theme is contrasted with a sustainedand lyric chorale section. Both themes are combined at the end for a powerful and rewarding finish.
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£79.99Nexus - James Curnow
The word nexus is defined as a tie or link between people and events. Nexus for solo trumpet and band includes several links between composer James Curnow and educator Alfred Watkins, to whom the work is dedicated. A well-knowntheme (particularly to Mr. Watkins' students) is drawn upon as the piece utilizes two primary musical settings - an energetic and agile scherzo that appears in the beginning and again at the end, contrasted with an expressiveballad theme. The soloist at the premiere (and on the recording) is Christopher Watkins, Alfred's son. This is a well-crafted and rewarding work for soloist and band alike. Dur: 6:00 (Recorded by the University of Alabama atBirmingham Wind Symphony - Dr. Sue Samuels, conductor. Christopher Watkins, trumpet soloist.) Also available for trumpet with piano reduction - HL00231702.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days