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£47.50That's Entertainment
A showbiz opener that's recognized by everyone! John Higgins' touch can make your concert band sound like a Hollywood orchestra opening for the Oscars. A perfect start for any entertainment event.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Seventy-Six Trombones - Meredith Willson
The masterful arranging flare of Ted Ricketts is in full force with this rousing production number from The Music Man. Elements of the revival version currently on Broadway are used along with a variety of scoring textures, style changes, key changes and naturally a prominent role for the trombones. Great as a concert opener.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£156.99Sound the Bells! - John Williams
Inspired by the huge Japanese temple bells and written to celebrate a royal wedding, this two-minute fanfare by John Williams may be the ultimate concert opener! Originally conceived for brass and percussion, it was later scored for orchestra by Williams and used by the Boston Pops. This edition for band features a festive aura and the splendidly powerful writing that we have come to expect from Mr. Williams. Performance time - ca. 2:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Whirlwind(s) - Richard L. Saucedo
Written as a follow up to Richard's popular composition Windsprints, this high-energy work takes the sonorities and technical possibilities of the wind band to new levels. Includes important passages for piano, woodwinds and brass. Exciting as an opener or encore! (2:40)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Song And Dance - Richard L. Saucedo
Exuberant and entertaining, this dynamic work is written all in one tempo and is perfect as a concert opener or festival number. Richard combines a tongue-in-cheek style with some jazzy elements while featuring brief solos for flute, clarinet, and bassoon (or tenor sax). Definitely NOT just some song and dance. Dur: 2:45 Recorded on The Music of Richard L. Saucedo, Vol. 2 - 04002460
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Fanfare for a Celebration - Robert Longfield
Perfect as a concert opener, this energetic piece uses a pulsating rhythmic pattern to build intensity, along with strong melodic fragments passed around the entire band. A brief contrasting middle theme in minor sets up thedramatically faster and exciting final strain. Dur: 2:35
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Along an English Countryside - Richard L. Saucedo
Composed in 12/8 and entirely in one energetic tempo, this masterful work is a musical tribute to the late Sir Malcolm Arnold, one of the most notable English composers of our time. The opening section features a variety of shortsolo statements of the theme, which then leads to well-timed and impressive declarations from the entire ensemble. Within in the confines of this brief yet impressive work, Richard manages to skillfully capture feelings of bothseriousness and playfulness. Along an English Countryside is wonderful as a program opener for festival or contest.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99From the Highest Peak - Robert Buckley
Written as a celebratory piece, From The Highest Peak is a rousing overture that explodes with energy and is a tribute to the pursuit of excellence and the triumph of the human spirit. With powerful fanfares, triumphant melodies, driving percussion and dynamic contrasts, this exciting concert opener moves through different musical colors without ever losing its relentless drive.Dur: 3:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Wildcat Valley Fanfare - Michael Sweeney
The Wildcat Creek in central Indiana forms a valley connecting all schools in the Howard County area for whom this piece was written. Opening with the percussion section in a stately style, the main theme is first heard in a chorale-like setting. Designed as an extended fanfare, the piece quickly builds in intensity with each subsequent phrase, and culminates in a fast-paced and brilliant sounding ending flourish. Effective as a concert opener. Dur: 3:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Christmas Troika - James Curnow
Here is a little musical sleigh ride you won't forget! Sleigh bells, a whip crack, and the momentum of a joyous ride across the snow make this a sure winner for your holiday concert. Christmas Troika serves as a delightfulconcert opener or will slide gracefully into any spot on your program. There are great opportunities to study staccato and legato articulations side by side, and you'll find a load of other great teaching opportunities includedas you prepare this captivating musical experience for your listeners.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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