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The Year of the Dragon
1OvationMartin EllerbyRoyal Northern College of Music Concert Band2.362From Kitty Hawk to the StarsMartin EllerbyRoyal Northern College of Music Concert Band10.043King Soloman's Mines - Ten Symphonic ScenesNigel ClarkeRoyal Northern College of Music Concert Band12.084-9Summer Nights - Six Vignettes for Solo Horn and Concert BandMartin EllerbyBob Ashworth (Horn) with Royal Northern College of Music Concert Band I. Villanelle 2.22 II. The Ghost of the Rose 2.47 III. On the Lagoons 2.43 IV. Absence 2.46 V. At the Cemetery 2.44 VI. The Unknown Isle 2.5010-12The Year of the DragonPhilip SparkeRoyal Northern College of Music Concert Band I. Toccata 3.05 II. Interlude 5.51 III. Finale 4.1613Tilbury Point - A Portrait OvertureNigel ClarkeRoyal Northern College of Music Concert Band4.40
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Wind Borne
1Heroic MarchPercy Fletcher arr. Philip SparkeRoyal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra5.402-7The Cries of LondonMartin EllerbyRoyal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra I. Dawn Watch 1.48 II. Westminster Chimes 2.29 III. A Dream or Two (A Song for London) 3.46 IV. Catch that Catch Can Kenneth Boyd (Tenor)2.24 V. Evening Watch 1.39 VI. Hymn 4.268Diversions (Epitaph for a Dreamer)Darrol BarryRoyal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra10.489-11Leading EdgeRob WiffinRoyal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra I. Prelude 3.43 II. Sicilana 3.34 III. Finale 4.3412Wind BorneAvner HananiRoyal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra7.1013Dragon DanceDuncan StubbsRoyal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra5.0314-16Fanfares and CelebrationsNigel ClarkeRoyal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra I. Intrada 5.54 II. Processional 5.40 III. Jubilate 4.41
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£179.99The Planetarium - Philip Sparke
The Planetarium was commissioned by CMV Advendo Franeker to celebrate their 100th Anniversary in 2022. The inspiration for the work is the world-famous Royal Eise Eisinga Planetarium in the orchestra's home town of Franeker in the Netherlands. In this continuous seven-movement work, the composer pictures the sun as well as the planets Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. Also featured throughout the work is a brief quotation from the chorale 'Psalm 150'. A work that rises above the mundane!
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£106.99Fair Field Festival - Philip Sparke
Fair Field Festival opens with a brass fanfare under florid woodwind figuration. A noble chorale leads to a lively allegro vivo, which centres around a majestic horn and euphonium melody under chattering woodwinds. A second theme is first stated by trumpets and this leads to a central legato theme on horns and saxes, repeated by the trumpets. A brief allusion to the opening section leads to a full recapitulation and an energetic coda. A work filled with vitality!
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£119.99Tango for Joe - Philip Sparke
Tango for Joe explores the lyrical properties of the trombone. A long introduction builds to the first entry of the soloist, who plays the main tango melody over a rhythmic accompaniment. In this work, the band and solo trombone parts alternate. A cadenza-like passage leads to a faster 'tango nuevo', which makes up the majority of the work. After a climax and extended cadenza by the trombone, the piece ends with a flourish for concert band and soloist.
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£206.99Omaggio - Philip Sparke
Omaggio was commissioned by Steven Mead in celebration of his 60th birthday and in memory of his father, Rex. He gave the premiere of the brass band version in Rome in March 2022, accompanied by the Italian Brass Band conducted by Filippo Cangiamilla. The concert band premiere took place on 6th July that year as part of the 2022 Spanish International Tuba Euphonium Conference, accompanied by the Banda municipal de msica de Mlaga. The concerto is set in 3 continuous movements, which are united by a recurring syncopated interval of a fifth. The first movement, FANTASIA, opens with this motive accompanying an extended monologue for the soloist. This is followed by a lengthy bridge passage by the band (piano), which is eventually joined by the soloist, who guides the music back to the opening soliloquy, leading to an energetic central section. This develops until the opening material again returns to introduce the second movement, BALLAD, which revolves around an expressive melody for the soloist, interspersed by accompanied cadenzas. The third movement, THE KING TRIUMPHANT, pays homage to Steven's late father, Rex, and its title alludes both to Rex's name ('Rex' being Latin for 'king') as well as his love of Eric Ball's Salvationist masterpiece, The Kingdom Triumphant. The finale is an energetic tour-de-force featuring an acrobatic 6/8 melody, which is interrupted twice by the magnificent hymn tune, Helmsley, which Ball uses so effectively in The Kingdom Triumphant. A galloping coda brings the work to a close.
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£110.99Hymn at Twilight - Philip Sparke
Although specifically describing the uncertainty of approaching night and an evening prayer, Hymn at Twilight is actually about the human emotions of doubt, insecurity, hope and resolve. This solemn piece opens quietly and introduces a recurring four-note rising figure. Optimism, anxiety and resignation alternate, with the flute taking centre stage. Brass and woodwind take up the chorale. The piece ends in a mood of sanguine optimism.
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£164.99Songs and Dances - Philip Sparke
Songs and Dances is a festive and energetic work with an emphasis on music with a rhythmic, dance-like quality. Its three continuous movements are set in a fast-slow-fast form. Highly syncopated themes, flowing chorales and attractive melodies: what more could one wish for? This piece offers enjoyment for musicians and listeners alike.
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£106.99Glorioso! - Philip Sparke
The name of this glorious overture speaks for itself: this work is vivacious and sparkling! Majestic fanfare playing enriched by florid woodwind decorations alternates with lively themes full of fierce energy, but there is also lyricism to be found in a lovely cantabile passage. An appealing flashy coda closes the work. This composition will be thoroughly enjoyed by musicians as well as the audience.
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£104.99The Eagle's Quest - Philip Sparke
The Eagle's Quest was commissioned by Brevik Musikkorps (Norway) to mark the 400th anniversary of the birth of Cort Adeler, a renowned Norwegian-Dutch sailor who was born in the town of Brevik in 1622. His Dutch name Adelaer means 'eagle'. This work celebrates his life but is not programmatic, simply reflecting Brevik's pride in one of its most famous sons. Towards the end of the piece there is a brief quotation from the town song, Brevikssangen, which is a fitting and captivating conclusion.
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