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£141.99Inventions from the Sacred Harp - James Curnow
We urge you to look at this important new composition by James Curnow. This symphonic variant style treatment of themes based on the shape-note tune Resignation is a magnificent compositional exploration. Once your group has achieved the ability to perform at this level of difficulty, they deserve to play music with the challenge and masterful quality that Inventions from the Sacred Harp presents. Even a brief analysis of the score reveals composition and development techniques that are reserved for pieces on an impressive scale. A more thorough analysis lets you appreciate the complexity of the compositional processes found in the very fabric of this major work.The historical significance of The Sacred Harp provides the opportunity for some cross-curricular work as well.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99
Armada of Freedom - James Curnow
A powerful statement in recognition of the allied D-day armada! There are so many musical considerations that make this piece an extraordinary teaching tool, let alone the cross-curricular tie-ins with the history department! The contrasts of style, dynamics, articulations, and harmonic balance make it a superb learning experience with an important historical connection. Perfect for festival or concert, James Curnow's ARMADA OF FREEDOM will be a memorable event in your concert season.To the front!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£141.99Dialogues - James Curnow
Expect the unexpected in this major new work for Saxophone quartet and band by James Curnow. Built on a grand thematic plane, this tour de force employs the full range of expression. Gleaming modernity; dark modality; rhythms ranging from tentative to deliberate; and throughout, a sense of mysterious expectation for what is next to come. Expectations are fulfilled with the Presto finale.Not every band is capable of playing at this level, but if yours is, consider breaking new ground with DIALOGUES.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99On Christmas Day - James Curnow
A remarkably fresh take on a great old Christmas carol! James Curnow has faceted a gem of an arrangement for that extremely important Grade 11/2 level. Rich with musicality, On Christmas Day encourages your young musicians to take musical expression to a new and higher level. This will be the big hit at your developing band's winter concert.Sparkling!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Pegasus - James Curnow
A new and different approach to the young band overture! This engaging grade 1 1/2 composition is a wonderful contrast to whatever you program for your concert or festival appearance. Quality music at this level is educationally critical but has heretofore been hard to find. The bridge between grade 1 and grade 2 literature also acts as the pathway from "beginner" music to truly expressive band compositions. James Curnow's Pegasus will help you move your band in the right direction. You may also wish to use Pegasus as a cross-curricular connection with other disciplines.Solid!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£68.99
Firebrook Prelude - James Curnow
Captivated by the rolling hills, majestic horse farms and beautiful horses of the Central Kentucky Bluegrass region, James Curnow has named this exciting overture after one of the most scenic areas near his home. After a fanfare opening, the Percussion section provides high energy for the main theme. A contrasting middle section showcases the expressive abilities of your ensemble. With a return of the main theme, momentum builds steadily to the exciting conclusion.Exhilarating!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£94.99
Overture to a Winter Festival - James Curnow
Finally...a new addition to the list of large-scale holiday pieces worth working on! Jim Curnow borrows snippets of various holiday songs and carols and develops them into larger, more original statements. The result is a challenging and captivating concert work that you can build your holiday program around. Includes optional, off-stage brass quartet parts.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£114.99Tone Builders for Developing Bands - James Curnow
Exceptionally useful! This collection of 24 etudes is specifically designed to help develop good individual and ensemble tone production and intonation. Citing tone production as one of the most important facets of good playing, Jim Curnow starts beginning players with material they have learned in their beginning method books, and then moves on to new and more advanced concepts. A great aid for your program!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Fanfare prelude: O God our Help in Ages Past - James Curnow
FANFARE PRELUDE: O GOD OUR HELP IN AGES PAST is based on the hymn-tune "St. Anne," which was used by G.F.Handel in the Chandos anthem "O Praise the Lord," and by J.S.Bach in his triple fugue in E-flat "The St. Anne Fugue." James Curnow's FANFARE PRELUDE: O GOD OUR HELP IN AGES PAST captures the thoughts of this magnificent hymn, which speaks of our country's reliance upon God. The unusual 4/4 meter setting with artfully crafted re-harmonizations and lush counterpoint gives each listener cause to reflect on the importance and meaning of this melody to patriotic Americans everywhere.Inspired!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£114.99
Canticles - James Curnow
This impressive work by James Curnow abounds with the spirit and enthusiasm designed to elevate the body, mind, and spirit of all who hear it! At times intimate, at others exuberant, this piece has all the makings of a strong concert or contest selection. Highly Recommended!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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