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£420.99Four Earth Songs (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Putz, Marco
The hymn Nun ruhen alle Wlder (Now All Forests Rest), arranged by J.S. Bach (No. 6, So sei nun, Seele, deine, from Cantata BWV 13), is a guiding light throughout this four-movement composition. Pu?tz wrote this work as a musical outcry against the wilful, profit-driven destruction of our environment. When Bach used the word "ruhen" (to rest) over 350 years ago, it probably had a different nuance from the meaning it has today. At the beginning of the 21st century - the so-called age of progress - "nun ruhen alle Wlder" should mean "now all forests die" . Massive industrialization and globalization, coupled with pure greed, corruption, political scandals, an ever-widening gap between the rich and poor, and other such senseless human actions, are pushing our blue planet closer and closer to the point of no return. This work is not intended to be a ranting accusation. It should remind us of the beauty and harmony that can exist all around us in nature, if we take care of it. Pu?tz hopes that this will, one day, help put a greater emphasis on humanity's survival, and coexistence with nature rather than the exploitation described earlier. All four texts were created by Australian poet Graeme King, whose works were discovered by Pu?tz, by chance on the internet. Pu?tz was especially captivated by King's clarity, and intrigued by the possibilities of adapting and melding the strong rhythmical structure of King's writing with his own musical language. The four movements are as follows: 1. Tears of Nature 2. Grrrevolution 3. Stand up! 4. Tomorrow The world premire of Four Earth Songs took place on 7 July 2009 at the 14th WASBE-Conference in Cincinnati (USA). This work is dedicated in friendship to Jouke Hoekstra, conductor, and the Frysk Fanfare Orkest (the Frisian Fanfare-Orchestra).Duration: 27:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£248.99Refraction (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Hadermann, Jan
Refraction is a work that uses the entire band and all the colours it can possibly produce. As the title suggests, it was inspired the fascinating physical phenomenon known as refraction. Just like light is split and disbursed into all its colours, the main theme is split into little motives. As the individual motives are disbursed throughout the band, different sections become more prominent, only to recede into the general texture again. The work concludes with the fusion of all these elements in a monumental climax of movement, sound and colour.Duration: 17:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£70.50Legends of the Yucatan (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Gassi, Vince
Feathered Serpent, God of Rain and Thunder, Lord of the Woods (God of Agriculture), and Lady Rainbow (Goddess of Earth and Moon) are deities featured in this portrait of Mayan mythology. Inspired by a recent trip to the Mayan village of Chichen Itza, Legends of the Yucatan is written in four sections, each one descriptive of a different Mayan God. Expanded percussion and exotic rhythms and harmonies are heard throughout.Duration: 5.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.00Apollo: Myth and Legend (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Romeyn, Rob
Don't miss this stunning exploration into the world of Greek mythology. Destined to become a classic for concert and festival use, Apollo: Myth and Legend is a powerful work encompassing drama, emotion, and stark musical contrasts. Solo opportunities for horn or euphonium and through cross cueing will help ensure success for many different performance situations. A truly outstanding work in every way!!Duration: 5.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Fantasy on a Russian Air (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Vinson, Johnnie
Based on a familiar folk tune, Johnnie Vinson has created an appealing set of variations with an occasional nod to Beethoven, who used the same melody in his Theme and Variations for flute and piano (Op.107, No.7). With each variation featuring a different section of the band, this work utilises a mixture of contrasting meters and styles.Duration: 4:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.95Sword Dance (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Dennison & Phillips
Although this outstanding arrangement is accessible by even very young bands, every section has the melody at various times, and each variation is represented with a different texture and accompaniment, keeping the lively dance tune fresh and invigorating as the piece catapults toward the surprise presto ending! Thoughtful use of percussion adds to the colourful scoring. Students will love this high-energy delight from the Renaissance era.Duration: 1:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95Then I Saw the Lucent Sky (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Stalter, Todd
This work was inspired by the music of Hildegaard von Bingen, a medieval Benedictine nun whose chant melodies are remarkable for their soaring passages and simple beauty, and whose theological and visionary writings were unique for her time. The title comes from one of her writings: Then I saw the lucent sky, in which I heard different kinds of music, marvellously embodying all the meaning I had heard before.Duration: 3.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£70.00Minor Alterations (Christmas Through the Looking Glass) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lovrien, David
Looking for something really different for this year's Christmas concert? Here's a game of holiday hide-and-seek for your audience! Minor Alterations: Christmas Through the Looking Glass is a medley of favorite Christmas tunes, transposed from major to minor keys then disguised, layered and morphed even more. From the ominous Deck the Halls at the start to the final, frenzied Nutcracker Suite finale, each tune is lovingly twisted into something new and inventive. Duration: 6.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.00As Spirits Take Flight (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Earl, Christian
Uplifting and bright, this fine overture was written for the Salt Lake Symphonic Winds. Images of flight are suggested through the composer's use of rhythm and tempo. The middle section has solo lines for trumpet and clarinet and is beautifully scored utilizing the many different colours available to the wind medium. Various cross cueings allow the conductor/director freedom to tailor the piece to fit a particular ensemble. An excellent choice for high school and community bands alike.Duration: 7.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99Popcorn (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Kingsley, Gershon - Yoshida, Jiro
In 1969, the composer and musician Gershon Kingsley (b. 1922) composed and recorded an instrumental work that was to become the first true success of electronic music. In 1972, the group Hot To Mound recorded a new version of Popcorn. Since that time, the world has seen hundreds of different versions including techno, jazz, ska, disco, rock, punk and now, more surprising, a version for your Concert Band.Duration: 3:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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