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The Spirit Soars - James Curnow
Certain to become a staple of Grade 3 band literature this great new composition represents James Curnow at his finest. Beginning and ending with an exciting fanfare that contrasts various melodic, rhythmic, harmonic and stylistic concepts, The Spirit Soars captures the enduring spirit of today's youth in music.The joyous scherzo energized with buoyant energy and an exquisite contrasting lyrical theme, many moods, and a grandioso finale all combine to ensure this piece becomes a landmark of literature for this level.Plan your next concert around this great new piece from CMP!Take wing!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£68.99
Blue Ridge Summit - Bryan Kidd
Get to know the music of Bryan Kidd. He follows the resounding success of his recent release The Road To Chancellorsville and preceding that, his exquisitely beautiful rendition of Be Thou My Vision with this commanding new original composition. Energetic and expansive, Blue Ridge Summit makes full use of the additional excitement and compositional maturity that Grade 3 guidelines permit. If you have used one of Mr. Kidd's previous CMP publications with your band you are sure to want to add this vigorous new composition to your library. If you are not already familiar with this outstanding composer, now is your chance to try one of his works.Superb!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Dimensions of Seven - James Curnow
Commissioned by the University of Georgia Bands F. David Romines, Associate Director of BandsRich modern harmonies and exquisite rhythmic counterpoint make this Grade 3 gem a rich and rewarding project for your ensemble. This remarkable piece is a wonderful and exciting performance piece which at the same allows the director countless opportunities to teach the players about intervals, inversions, and so much more. A nice batterie of Percussion instruments adds lots of color and energy and the contrasts in density and dynamics ensure that Dimensions of Seven will keep the audience fully engaged from the first beat to the last.Unforgettable!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99
Melodia Blues - Peter Kleine Schaars
Melodia Blues, a swinging composition by PeterKleine Schaars begins with a robust intro. Fourbars follow, which can be repeated ad lib. toallow for an optional announcement (this is theso-called VAMP). The blues theme follows alongwith two written-out improvisations. These can beexpanded - depending on the resources withinyour band. After a richly scored reprise of thetheme, the sparkling final chords close the piece instyle. Bring a great jazz feel to any concert withthis fine new work.Grade 3
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Themes from an Original Suite - Gordon Jacob
This masterful composition by Gordon Jacob has been a part of the standard repertoire for advanced band for many years. In the skilled hands of James Curnow, this classic is now playable by younger groups. Carefully shortened and edited for grade 3 instrumentation, this adaptation adds a touch of class to any band's library.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Variants on an Irish folk tune - Timothy Johnson
The Irish folk tune Slane (the melody used in the hymn Be Thou My Vision) forms the foundation for this melodically expansive and inspired work for concert band. A flowing exploration of the melody in variation inspires thelistener with its bold and thrilling progression. The piece remains within reach of a solid grade 3 band but gives the impression of a higher level of composition. A rich variety of style and orchestration make this a goodchoice for festival use as well as concert performance, as well as a great opportunity to study the rich cultural heritage of Ireland. You'll be glad you programmed Variants on an Irish Folk Tune by Timothy Johnson.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Wondrous Star
Whether a powerful opener or a thrilling centerpiece, this stirring new arrangement of We Three Kings maintains relentless momentum. Melodic and orchestrational surprise after surprise unfolds. Timothy Johnson gives thisdelightful old favorite an entirely new wardrobe in an arrangement that bears great gifts for the musicians and the audience alike. (Grade 3)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Nicaea - William Himes
We always look forward to the new composition from the creative mind of William Himes. This rich, modern interpretation of the age-old melody Holy, Holy, Holy is another fine example of Mr. Himes genius for finding beautiful newways to express enduring ideas through the composer's art. (Grade 3)
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£57.50A Thousand Heroes - James Curnow
James Curnow's impressive compositional style resounds in this tribute to the heroic deeds of so many citizens of Sioux City, Iowa upon the tragic crash of United Airlines Flight 232 in 1989. This will be the landmark piece of theyear for your solid grade 3 band. A bold fanfare opening soon warms with the stately clarinets. Subtle reflection on the fanfare statement permeates the development of the piece, keeping the city's heroism and self-sacrifice inmind as the piece traverses its many moods. James Curnow's skillful orchestration allows the director endless opportunities to take the band's level of performance to higher levels.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Canticle of Celebration - Timothy Johnson
Jubiloso, maestoso, tranquillo, lyrico, dynamic detail, captivating rhythms, woodwind choir, brass choir and more! All the elements of a great grade 3 festival piece are here. Tutti sections contrast with subtle and delicate scoring as this melodic masterpiece weaves its magic around the beautiful hymn What Wondrous Love is This? Careful attention has been paid to cross cueing so that bands that are missing an instrument here or there can still do a credible interpretation. Memorable!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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