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£118.99Hail the Champions - James Curnow
Commissioned for the University of Akron Symphonic Band, this dynamic work celebrates 100 years of music composed for the Olympic Games. Based on three primary themes, the first is a brilliant fanfare that serves as anintroduction as well as a unifying link throughout. Second is the 1896 Olympic Hymn (music by Spyros Samaras) set in a beautiful lyric style which builds to a magnificent climax juxtaposed with the opening fanfare. The finalsection presents a new version of Mr. Curnow's own Olympic Fanfare and Theme for the Olympic Flag which was commissioned for the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta and performed again in 2000. The dramatic closing is again combinedwith elements of the opening fanfare. Dur: c. 6:40 (Recorded by the University of Akron Symphony Band - Dr. Galen S. Karriker, Director of Bands. Premiere performance conducted by James Curnow)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Where Never Lark or Eagle Flew - James Curnow
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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£53.50Zorro's Theme - James Horner
James Horner's distinctive film score for The Mask of Zorro adapts wonderfully for concert band. John Moss adapts the main theme here in this powerful arrangement for young players.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Fanfare for Christmas - James Curnow
By interweaving fragments of several holiday favorites into a brilliant fanfare, James Curnow has crafted this spirited, festive work. A perfect opener for your next Christmas program.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Canticum - James Curnow
MusicWorks - Grade 2 One of the classics of young band literature, this composition by James Curnow is found on many state lists throughout the country. Described as a song of jubilation, Canticum opens with a very distinctive and rhythmic main fast theme. The beautifully melodic slow 3/4 theme alternates between various choirs of the ensemble then leads to a dynamic return of the main theme and powerful coda. A must for every band program! (3:35)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£39.99African Portrait - James Curnow
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 asaccessibly 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. This new piece is sure to becomestandard literature for young bands. Perfect for multicultural events.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Genesis - James Curnow
You'll appreciate the creative and sensitive compositional technique in James Curnow's engaging new work Genesis. The piece gives your grade 3 band the chance to shine in many ways as it progresses through many styles and moods. Exciting and expressive moments for every section display the versatility of your band to excellent advantage. Masterful orchestration and several nice solo passages add to the depth and breadth of the music, making thispossibly the nicest new work to be published this year. The more you study it, the more you find to like.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Ice Breaker - James L. Hosay
It's always a treat when James L. Hosay introduces a new concert march. He brings fresh ideas to the form in surprising ways. In Ice Breaker, the opening is a force of nature that leads to a highly charged and punctuated maintheme. Key and harmonic relationships creatively reshape and renew the core ideas, following a relentless path to the stirring conclusion. A bold new perspective! (Grade 2-1/2)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Land of Tomorrow - James Curnow
Framed through variation around the great old shape-note melody When I can read my title clear, James Curnow's significant new composition, Land of Tomorow, is a wonderful expression of the composer's art. While traversingcountless moods, the flow and continuity never falter, and the interest never fades. The band that plays at this level can only gain skill and knowledge through meticulous preparation of this enthralling composition. Every playercan take deep satisfaction from a solid performance of this masterpiece. Powerful!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£32.50Jingleosity - James Curnow
James Curnow's clever arrangement of Jingle Bells masterfully keeps the range and rhythm demands at a pre-grade 1 level while assuring that all the players have fun in the preparation and performance. Every section is fullyinvolved, and the low woodwinds and brass get a little special time all their own. Great step dynamics are the perfect opportunity to make sure your players show a significant difference at each change. That's the kind ofpreparation that will pay off down the road at festival time in the spring. There's also plenty to keep your fledgling percussion section busy. Cool!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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