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£53.50Legend Of Old Abe - James Curnow
Named after President Lincoln, Old Abe was a famous bald eagle who served as mascot for the 8th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment during the Civil War. Legend of Old Abe is a marvelously descriptive work for young bands thattakes the listener on a journey of Old Abe's exploits. From a peaceful and serene opening the work progresses through the sounds of conflict and battle. The mood turns reflective and then triumphant as the music celebrates thisamazing true story. A wonderful cross-curricular opportunity for your bandroom as you bring history to life through music. Dur: 3:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50Excelsior! - James Curnow
With its Latin title translated as onward and upward this brief yet energetic overture for second-year players captures the spirit of adventure found in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 1841 poem of the same name. The energetic pulseand powerful melodies will engage the imagination of your young players. Dur: 2:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Whirligigs - James Curnow
This attractive suite of three concise movements depicts various types of whirligig contraptions, or wind-toys which were popular in Europe as early as the 16th century. Marching Soldier features an optional marching machinecreating the effect of soldiers on parade, while Flower Lady depicts a figure in constant fluid motion moving up and down while picking flowers. The concluding movement, The Flying Horse, describes a very active whirligig withmoving feet and flapping wings. A unique and descriptive programming option for young players. Dur: 4:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99In The Valley of the Sun - James Curnow
Commissioned by the Sun City (AZ) Concert Band, In the Valley of the Sun is composed in a three-part overture format opening with a rollicking and rhythmic Western-style theme. The slow middle theme musically depicts the beauty ofthe Arizona desert with a flowing, yet angular melody. In the third section, the Western flavor returns to draw the work to an exciting and driving conclusion. (Grade 3.5) Dur: 5:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Sagebrush - James Curnow
In the style of a lively hoedown, here is an entertaining fast-paced number that's fun to perform and will sound great. There is plenty of built in contrasts in scoring dynamics as well as carefully placed percussion effects. Aperfect change of pace! Dur: 2:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£38.50The Titans (Concert March) - James Curnow
Here is a solid, yet contemporary-sounding march for first year players. This powerful piece is carefully scored with interesting parts for all players. Dur: 2:15 (Grade 1)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Themes from an Original Suite - Gordon Jacob
This masterful composition by Gordon Jacob has been a part of the standard repertoire for advanced band for many years. In the skilled hands of James Curnow, this classic is now playable by younger groups. Carefully shortened and edited for grade 3 instrumentation, this adaptation adds a touch of class to any band's library.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Themes from An Outdoor Overture - Aaron Copland
Aaron Copland's An Outdoor Overture was composed for orchestra in 1938 for the High School of Music and Art in New York City, then transcribed for wind band in 1941.This adaptation by James Curnow features the primary themes from the original work in a concise, yet bold and appealing format. The music itself is an example of Copland in his prime, with buoyant themes expressing a sense of optimism and joy.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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