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£72.99Jovian Farewell - Michael Sweeney
Jovian Farewell is a carefully paced memorial work, with the title referring to the planet Jupiter and the music incorporating the famous chorale by Gustav Holst. The familiar melody is hinted at early, then developed through a series of layers and phases with building intensity. The full chorale emerges near the end, then tapers peacefully to a tender close. Dur: ca. 3:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Across the Northern Sky - Michael Sweeney
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Eckroth Music (Bismarck, ND), Across the Northern Sky captures the majesty and beauty of the northern states served by their store locations. The antiphonal brass fanfare in the opening is followed by a dynamic main theme. A brief lyric section features rich harmonies with a short solo for flute, and the work concludes with a buoyant theme of celebration. (compatible with the Young Edition for multi-level performances - HL04007669) Dur: 5:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Across the Northern Sky (Young Edition) - Michael Sweeney
Here is an easier version of Michael's powerful overture that commemorates the 50th anniversary of Eckroth Music. Capturing the majesty and beauty of the northern states served by their store locations, this edition is completely compatible with the more advanced version (HL04007667) for use in multi-level performances. The opening brass fanfare is optional when performing this version by itself. Dur: 4:50 (without fanfare)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Ancient Airs of Ireland - Michael Sweeney
Based on traditional tunes dating back hundreds of years, Michael's masterful rhapsodic setting utilizes a wide variety of styles and moods. Taking the listener on a dramatic and emotional journey, the featured melodies include: Return from Fingal, Lord Mayo, The Yellow Bittern, Captain O'Kane, Song of the Chanter, and Behind the Bush in the Garden. Dur: 6:35
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Paine Mountain Legacy - Michael Sweeney
Located near the base of scenic Paine Mountain in Vermont, Norwich University boasts the oldest collegiate band in the nation. Paine Mountain Legacy celebrates their 200th anniversary and is filled with dynamic fanfare-likepassages, a brief chorale, and striking musical effects.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Hudson River Run - Michael Sweeney
Suggesting an exciting boat race on the majestic Hudson River, this energy-filled work features an underlying 8th-note pulse and a dynamic percussion score. Even given the concise nature of the piece, a variety of textures and styles are used and the melodic elements are passed around to all sections of the band. As an added bonus, parts are included for beginning players, allowing this to be used with a multi-level mass band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Sleepsong - Brendan Graham
From the composers of You Raise Me Up, this tender ballad is filled with a range of emotions in the form of a lullaby from a parent to a grown child embarking on a life all their own. Michael Sweeney retains the soothing beauty ofthe original melody while exploring a rich variety of textures and moods, giving full expression to the feelings that inspired the lyric. Dur: 4:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Panther Rising - Michael Sweeney
Panther Rising was composed in celebration of a new school whose mascot is the Panther. Skillfully designed for first-year players, this driving and energetic piece features an intense attitude with interesting parts for allsections. Dur: 2:10
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50The Path Not Taken - Michael Sweeney
The image of a path not taken may evoke a sense of mystery and excitement at the unknown, as well as the satisfaction of following our own individual path in life - a unique journey different from all others. This engaging workfor band follows an arc of emotions ranging from the eager anticipation at the start of a journey: frustration and doubt as the path becomes more difficult and perilous: then elation and joy as the goal is reached and our dreamsare realized.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50On Joyful Wing - Michael Sweeney
Drawing on two early American hymn tunes, here is a beautifully paced lyric piece with moments of calm reflection as well as emotional high points. The opening uses the lesser known Vermont composed by William Billings, and this is followed by a poignant adpatation of the familiar hymn Nearer, My God, To Thee. Dur: 3:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days