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£121.00Dances For Sem Yeto - Gary P. Gilroy
Commissioned and premiered by the Solano County Honor Band Association to commemorate their 50th anniversary with the composer conducting. Mysterious samplings from the percussion section open while an American Indian flute presents the first theme. As with other works by Gilroy, the composition explores an extensive variety of percussion timbres to keep the piece interesting and always changing. After the introduction, the spirit of the work changes to a lively and festive dance with constantly changing meters which makes the piece come alive. This then winds down to an Indian lullaby, the simple and pensive melody providing a relaxing and welcome change before a dramatic a return to the original festive dance with a slightly modified setting. The final moments of the work are quite fierce with bold and intense percussion accompanying tight harmonies and complex rhythms for an exciting and driving ending..
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50Variations On A Mighty Fortress - Darren W. Jenkins
A truly powerful setting that is worthy of this famous hymn that uses an impressive set of three variations. It opens with a slow, legato presentation of the melody stated by solo trumpet followed by the first lively variation, driven by a strong rhythmic accompaniment. The second variation features an alto saxophone solo that builds and alternates between woodwind and brass choirs before closing with a majestic fanfare and the full ensemble driving to a jubilant conclusion. Extremely uplifting!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£121.00Always With Grace - Gary P. Gilroy
Always With Grace, commissioned by the Lloyd C. Bird High School band, includes references to Amazing Grace. Not meant to be an arrangement of this wonderful melody, it is instead a tribute to this favorite hymn. From the opening bars of driving eighth-note rhythms through the solemn and lyric middle section, the concept of "time moving forward" is represented by numerous musical devices. As the composition concludes, the full hymn is heard while an off-stage saxophone quartet and metallic percussion sounds "tick away" to an intriguing, unique conclusion.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£121.00Fantasy On Prospect - David Gorham
An outstanding concert work based a melody from the "Southern Harmony" collection. This impressive selection incorporates the age-old favorite hymn Prospect, which provides wonderful musical material for this stunning concert work. Opening quietly with the majestic hymn, it sets a spellbinding mood that builds to a lively and intriguing dance-like atmosphere before closing with a magnificent and thrilling finale. A wonderful setting of contrasting styles, Fantasy on Prospect will demonstrate, as well as highlight, the musicality and versatility of your concert band. Perfect for contests and festivals.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50Christmas Bells Are Ringing - Darren W. Jenkins
Christmas Bells are Ringing is a work of three holiday songs, all with the common theme of the joy and happiness that the ringing bells of the season can evoke. The introduction includes quotes from both Ding! Dong! Merrily on High and Jingle Bells before transitioning into the first carol, Ding! Dong! Merrily on High. The slower, lyrical section of the work is based on the moving melody of I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day. The closing section features Jingle Bells with a few fun surprises thrown in to lead the piece to a festive conclusion. A delightful work that will highlight any seasonal performance.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50Look Homeward Citizen Soldier - Charles L. Booker Jr.
Composed to honor the men and women from the Arkansas National Guard who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan, this original concert work features a poignant and lyric melody that is both moving and memorable. While its perfect for any contest or concert program, it is also an appropriate piece for ceremonies honoring the members of our armed forces.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99We Wish You A Coolcat Christmas - Gary P. Gilroy
We Wish You a Coolcat Christmas is a fun little arrangement for very young players, another in the continuing series from Gary P. Gilroy that gives young band students a fun holiday selection while developing their skills. The percussion parts contain several optional parts in case there are plenty of players, and carefully chosen notes and rhythms make the work very achievable while featuring virtually all sections of the band on the melody at one point or another.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Full Moon - Joseph Eidson
Full Moon sets a dark and mysterious mood where vampires, werewolves and other unknown figures lurk in the shadows. Emphasizing smooth and lyrical playing, this piece also helps instruct young players how to shape phrases and listen for balance within the overall texture. First heard in the low winds, the melody eventually appears in every section of the band, building to a spine-tingling climax. A spooky reminder to beware the light of the full moon, as you never know what might be waiting in the shadows....
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50Waltz Noel - Larry MacTaggart
Using The First Noel as a basis, this tender waltz-like setting will be the seasonal highlight of holiday programs. Bits and pieces of the popular carol weave in and out the first half of the lilting and lyrical material before the full melody emerges toward the finish. The tender and moving melodies are as gentle as a quiet snowfall and bring out the natural beauty and appeal of this seasonal favorite.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50Rhapsody On A French Hymn - David Gorham
The unifying theme of this striking concert work is the Picardy Hymn, better known by the 1906 setting by Ralph Vaughn Williams entitled Let All Mortals Keep Silence. This historic melody is effectively displayed throughout in various instrumentations and styles that create a concert masterwork. Thoroughly musical, it exhibits the sonority and color of concert band instrumentation, and the variety of styles makes it perfect for concerts and festivals.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days