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£39.99AFRICAN PORTRAIT (Concert Band) - Curnow, James
This item may be Print on Demand (approx 3 weeks). Let the rhythmic joy of these African folk songs invigorate your audience at your next concert. The young band will enjoy performing this excellent arrangement by James Curnow with foot-stomping and hand-clapping as well as accessibly enjoyable instrumental parts. Good, easy band arrangements of authentic African melodies are somewhat rare considering the immense wealth of styles of music that infuse the continent. Perfect for multicultural events. Duration: 4:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50FANFARE FOR CHRISTMAS (Concert Band) - Curnow, James
By interweaving fragments of several Christmas favourites into a brilliant fanfare, James Curnow has crafted this spirited, festive work. A perfect opener for your next Christmas concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£75.00March (from Suite for Variety Orchestra, No.1) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shostakovich, Dmitri - Curnow, James
The Suite for Variety Orchestra, No. 1 (1956) is a work by Dmitri Shostakovich in eight movements that draws from the composer's earlier themes. The first of these movements is the delightful "March," originally found in Korzinkina's Adventures, Op. 59 (1940). James Curnow has skillfully adapted this work for band, sure to become a welcome addition to the repertoire for winds.Click to view score with recording."
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£68.00OUTDOOR OVERTURE, Themes from An (Intermediate Concert Band) - Copland, Aaron - Curnow, James
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. Dur: 3:50 American Grade 3
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£39.99RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL (Very Easy Concert Band) - Susato, Tielman - Curnow, James
Tielman Susato, one of the most influential musicians of his time, left behind an enormous body of Renaissance compositions. Students of music would do well to be familiar with Susato and the sounds of the Renaissance. James Curnow has carefully arranged two of Susato's dance melodies in such a way that the young band can bring them to the concert stage with the real character and spirit of the original works. Opportunities abound for a study of the Renaissance period in a cross-curricular setting. You'll find this excellent concert and contest publication to be right on target. Duration: 3:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99WHERE NEVER LARK OR EAGLE FLEW (Concert Band) - Curnow, James
This item may be Print on Demand (approx 3 weeks). This impressive work for mature band is based on an inspiring poem written by an American pilot in World War II. The dazzling brass sonorities and sweeping woodwind lines reflect the young man's love for flying and its release from the troubles of the world. A classic band work from the pen of master composer James Curnow.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£38.50Cossack Dance - James Curnow
In the energetic style of a Russian folk dance, James Curnow's original Cossack Dance is a great addition to the important Grade 1 level literature. It could be used as a Young Band festival opener or as a lively statement foryour group's school performance. As with all of James Curnow's Young Band works, there are all kinds of manageable concepts built-in for use in expanding the skills that will take your band to the next level of performance. (Grade1-1/2)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50A Thousand Heroes - James Curnow
James Curnow's impressive compositional style resounds in this tribute to the heroic deeds of so many citizens of Sioux City, Iowa upon the tragic crash of United Airlines Flight 232 in 1989. This will be the landmark piece of theyear for your solid grade 3 band. A bold fanfare opening soon warms with the stately clarinets. Subtle reflection on the fanfare statement permeates the development of the piece, keeping the city's heroism and self-sacrifice inmind as the piece traverses its many moods. James Curnow's skillful orchestration allows the director endless opportunities to take the band's level of performance to higher levels.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Celebration On a Theme by Saint-Saens - James Curnow
Celebration was written for and dedicated to a promising young musician and leader whose life was needlessly taken by a drunk driver. To capture the spririt of this fine young person, Curnow uses excerpts from the Saint-Saens 'Organ Symphony' in three contrasting variations, An imaginative piece that is inspirational for both players and audiences alike.
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