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£53.95Ancient Spirits - Michael Story
Many Native American tribes believed in the mysterious power of spirits. These spirits, experienced through rituals and visions, offered early cultures insight into man's relationship with nature. Flutes and drums as highlighted in this work were often used to summon these spirits during ceremonies. Here, we visit the musical culture of another era! (2:11)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£50.50Thunderstorms - Michael Story
An original musical depiction of one of nature's more violent events. Beginning with a serene introduction . . . the calm before the storm . . . the music quickly portrays the fury. After gradually building to an intense percussive climax, the storm quickly moves away. Peace and calm return once again. This is a very impressive composition. Highly recommended. (2:45)
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£53.95Clarinet Jive - Michael Story
Get that tasty, subtle jazz groove cookin' within the group and stand aside as your clarinet section proves its mettle. It's just amazing how 'star quality' can play so easily! Besides enjoying the applause, those single reed wonders will work like crazy to perform with perfect blend and precision. It's a winning situation for the thinking director.
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£66.95Sousa Palooza - John Philip Sousa / arr. Michael Story
During his career, Sousa composed more than 130 marches with a wide variety of styles. contains only nine! Can you name them all? Musical fragments of these cherished marches are masterfully combined with traditional fervor and even a bit of musical humor. A wonderful opportunity to program a work that embraces so much of the contemporary concert band's musical heritage. Bravo! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£53.95Funny Bones - Michael Story and Robert W. Smith
Sure to tickle, "Funny Bones" features your trombone section strutting their stuff with the full band supporting their antics in a rock-groove fashion. A gliss here or there is sure to please. This one's a winner! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£60.50I'm Seventeen Come Sunday
Based on Percy Granger's choral and brass setting, this British folk song is cast for developing band by Michael Story. The delicate clarinet introduction grows in intensity with the addition of the entire woodwind family and finally the entire ensemble. Teaching opportunities are presented with introductory multi-meter. Careful attention to all articulations will guarantee a musical performance. This compelling addition to the young band repertoire allows this cherished composition to be enjoyed by a wider array of ensembles. (2:15)
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£50.50Marching Tune - Percy Aldridge Grainger / arr. Michael Story
Australia-born Percy Aldridge Grainger lived in London from 1901--1914, where he developed an interest in folk music. It was during this period that he crafted the original setting of this Lincolnshire folk song for chorus with brass ensemble or piano accompaniment. This beginning band arrangement reinforces ensemble phrasing and breathing technique while demonstrating the lovely melody. Heartwarming! (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£54.95Sorry
This Justin Bieber #1 mega-hit has been on the charts for weeks and still counting. Whether they call him "The Biebs" or "JB," your beginners will enjoy practicing and performing this heartthrob's chart-topper, "Sorry." Solidly scored by Michael Story for first-year band! (2:00)
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£51.50Primitivo - Michael Story
Launching with tribal percussion introductory material, "Primitivo" quickly builds to incorporate a lively melody. The theme develops throughout the ensemble in a primal fugue-like fashion with an energetic conclusion. (2:31)
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£55.50In the Valley of the Ancients - Michael Story
This delightfully colorful work begins mysteriously and moves into an intermediate section studded with dynamic flourishes and driving rhythms that support the flowing melody. In the end, it diminishes to an emotional conclusion. (3:44)
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