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£56.99Folk Song Variants - Robert W. Smith
Based on an Appalachian melody, "Folk Song Variants" is welcome addition to the young band repertoire. Beginning with a lyrical melodic statement, the piece moves to a celebration of American folk songs featuring melodic interplay throughout sections of the band. Suitable for concert and festival performance, this work by Robert W. Smith is destined to be part of the young band standard repertoire.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£107.50Brazil : Ceremony, Song and Samba - Robert W. Smith
At long last, Robert W. Smith continues his musical journey that began in western Africa years ago and now takes us to Brazil. Based upon authentic Afro-Brazilian percussion grooves, "Brazil: Ceremony, Song and Samba" is comprised of three musical sections illustrating the impact of the African experience on music of this part of the world. Beginning in northern Brazil with the Ceremony, the piece transitions to Rio di Janiero and the smooth sounds of the bossa nova that has become so popular throughout the world. The piece concludes with the exciting sounds of Carnaval and the Samba Schools that fill the streets during the annual celebration. Exciting, musically rewarding and extremely effective in any concert setting!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.50Hadrian's Wall - Robert W. Smith
When the Roman emperor Hadrian first envisioned a huge wall across England in A.D. 122, he used stone, wood, and iron to shield Roman Britannia from the unconquered Celtic tribes. "Hadrian's Wall" by Robert W. Smith is based on the legend and lore of the great wall. Suitable for concert and festival performance, "Hadrian's Wall" is written well within the technical abilities of bands at the medium easy level. This powerful work will capture the imagination of the band while providing exceptional teaching opportunities. An excellent work that yields maximum musical results.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.50Earhart - Robert W. Smith
The legend of Amelia Earhart continues to capture the imaginations of aviators and historians worldwide. Earhart, a pioneer in aviation and in women's rights, began her final journey in the United States and crossed multiple continents. Robert W. Smith has drawn upon Earhart's final flight to create this unique musical composition. Following the opening "takeoff," the composer was inspired by the indigenous sounds of the various continents in Earhart's flight path. From a unique fugue inspired by the music of Central and South America to a lyrical statement from the Dark Continent, the listener is transported on a musical journey that will capture the imagination. Following a dark and powerful percussion statement with Asian overtones, the journey ends not in tragedy but in celebration as the original flight theme returns. An excellent choice for any concert setting!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.50Bells! - Robert W. Smith
A brilliant concert/festival opener for the beginning band, "Bells!" is a bold statement that uses only the first octave of range introduced in most band method books. Composer Robert W. Smith has expanded the keyboard percussion parts to feature your entire percussion section in a most effective way. The flowing melodic lines that contrast the dramatic fanfare figures enhance the educational content making this a very rewarding experience for all. Exceptional music with exceptional teaching opportunities!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.50Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow - Robert W. Smith
The legend of Robin Hood has stirred the imaginations of countless millions over the generations. "Robin Hood and the Golden Arrow" by Robert W. Smith brings the legend to life for the beginning band. Using only six notes, the composition evokes exciting imagery through the use of soaring melody, energetic accompaniment figures and dynamic contrasts. The percussion section explores a variety of colors creating a musically rewarding experience for all. Suitable for concert and festival performance, this is beginning band writing at its finest!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Appalachian Folk Dance - Robert W. Smith
A great concert/festival work for the young band by well known composer Robert W. Smith, "Appalachian Folk Dance" is a lively work inspired by the folk songs and dances of the early American pioneers. Using only the first six notes introduced in most band methods, "Appalachian Folk Dance" gives the young and developing band a strong musical experience while reinforcing skills and concepts introduced in their band method. The band and the audience will love the interactive call and response with the percussion section! An exceptional teaching tool for beginning bands everywhere!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.50Call Of Duty - Robert W. Smith
Inspired by the heroes of our world, "Call Of Duty" by Robert W. Smith is based on a flowing melody that builds dramatically throughout the piece. An excellent selection for concerts as well as all ceremonial events, the band will sound well beyond their years from the opening statement to the exciting conclusion. The percussion will particularly enjoy their musical role and benefit from the teaching opportunities throughout. You will want to keep this in your standard repertoire from year to year!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Lullaby for Band - Robert W. Smith
Simple and elegant, this beautiful melody by Robert W. Smith provides a setting to teach and reinforce multiple concepts including phrasing, ensemble blend and balance, and dynamic shaping. In addition, the opportunity to feature multiple soloists creates a performance experience that will be loved by all.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.99Triton Fanfare - Robert W. Smith
This sparkling concert opener will make your band sound mature beyond their years! With the numeral three as the creative seed, teaching opportunities abound from the meter to the use of the tri-tone. Flowing melody combined with fanfare flourishes combine to make Triton Fanfare by Robert W. Smith a wonderfully effective addition to any concert program.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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