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£42.50Gold Medal March - Paul Murtha
In this piece for second-year players, Paul Murtha masterfully adapts the traditional military march form for young musicians. The first strain is carried by trumpets and upper woodwinds, while the low brass take the lead on thesecond strain. After a brief percussion break, the legato trio melody features the woodwind section. A call and response breakstrain is followed by the full band on the rousing finish. Keep the march alive with this marvelouspiece! Dur: 2:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£38.50Roman Juggernaut - James Curnow
Composed in a pass in review format, Roman Juggernaut describes through music these massive legions of military might. Featuring thundering percussion and blaring fanfares, one can easily imagine the spectacular pageantry ofthousands of soldiers on parade.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Four Pictures - Árpád Balázs
The teachers under whom rpd Balzs (b.1937) studied composition - Ferenc Farkas, Aram Khachaturian and Goffredo Petrassi - each independently formed the opinion that with his lyrical gift rpd Balzs's true creative field would be that of choral music and wind ensembles. Their early predictions are borne out by the roughly two hundred and fifty works for choir and almost twenty for wind orchestra that the composer has since produced. It is interesting that in the suite entitled Ngy kp (Four pictures) the stylistic features of these two related musical fields are united. In it the wind instruments sing! It was not by chance that the expansive second movement was given the title Cantilena, while the slightly livelier but just as lyrical third movement was entitled Arietta. The opening movement of the work is a stridently jolly, energetic Indul (March), but not one of the rigidly military kind: the 6/8 rhythm contributes to its light-hearted character. This music is avowedly akin to the ballet music of Prokofiev. This choice series of four character pieces is crowned by Jtk (Play) in which conveying the effect of the mixture of lines moving in parallel and then colliding with each other may be more technically demanding, but is well worth the effort! (Hungaroton HCD 31353)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£56.99Silver Wings March - Robert W. Smith
"Silver Wings March" is a traditional American march inspired by the composer's developmental years on a U.S. military base. Suitable for programming at any festival or concert performance, this thrilling march provides excellent teaching opportunities for the entire band. A wonderful addition to the young band repertoire!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.50Fanfare for Freedom - Lloyd
An impressive and demanding composition for mature bands by a talented Australian composer and military band conductor. Requires good players in all sections, but it is well worth the effort. The inspiring slow section includes solos for oboe, clarinet, horn, trumpet & euphonium as well as some challenging parts for the mallet percussion players. Every section of the band has plenty to keep them challenged and involved. Will be a superlative opener for any concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50At Ease! - Matt Conaway
Personal stories from two generations of servicemen led to this charming and unique trumpet trio. Written in honor of the composer's grandfather, this setting represents the atmosphere in the barracks "after hours" when the soldiers aren't quite as gung-ho as usual. Unfortunately, inspections can happen without warning, and the troops quickly assemble, clean up their bunks, and display their staunch military discipline... until the officer leaves, and life can return to normal. With just minor tempo adjustments, this delightful piece is effective for players and audiences of all ages. A great, light-hearted bit of fun for your next concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£121.00Mekong - Robert W. Smith
Mekong is a river that flows through the heart of Vietnam. Robert W. Smith has created this composition for band based on the Mekong River delta's historic significance during the Vietnam War of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful and haunting melodies, lush and dissonant harmonies and acoustically created sound effects combine to provide a concert performance experience that will not be forgotten by performer or audience. This piece completes a compositional journey the composer began in Korea to honor his father and those who served in Southeast Asia. "Mekong" is highly recommended as a concert showcase and is an emotionally moving tribute to the military veterans of the Vietnam War.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£191.50Favor and Treasure - LaBounty
Written for an icon in the band world, "Favor And Treasure" honors Col. John Bourgeois, Director Emeritus of the United States Marine Band, past president of the American Bandmasters Association, president of the John Philip Sousa Foundation, American vice president of the International Military Music Society, mentor and friend. "Favor And Treasure" is based on "John's Theme," a bold, original theme conveying inspirational imagery of excellence, artistry and duty congruous with Col. Bourgeois' distinguished career at the helm of the band to which President Thomas Jefferson gave the title "The President's Own." To honor Bourgeois' affinity for Cajun folk music, the old Cajun waltz, "J'ai Passe Devant Ta Porte" is also used, most prominently in the quasi-zydeco section of the work. Musicians and audience members of all ages will be assuredly affected by the spirit and essence of this extraordinary composition.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£98.99Ask Not - James Swearingen
A glimpse of American history is unveiled with this stunning work that musically reflects the life and times of our 35th President, John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Through the use of a narrator, a wealth of information is provided that the audience will find most fascinating and highly informative. School, community and military bands will all appreciate the opportunity to perform this significant work where music and history come together to create a winning combination. Very impressive!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99The Admiral Of The Air - Blankenburg
A stirring German military march from perhaps the most prolific composer of all time, "The Admiral of the Air" prominently features low brass throughout. This modern arrangement for American bands is transposed a fourth lower from the original, making it perfectly accessible. Solid and stirring from start to finish, this march is an excellent choice for any concert or festival performance. Top notch!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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