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£49.50At Daybreak - Robert W. Smith
This simple, yet elegant melody was inspired by a sunrise over the water in Robert W. Smith's home state of Florida. We are pleased to add "At Daybreak" to our library of quality beginning band literature that focuses on lyrical and expressive performance.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.50Navarro - Robert W. Smith
Inspired by the rich history and musical heritage of the "Lone Star" state, "Navarro" is concert/festival work that will takes your beginning band to a new level of performance. Using driving rhythmic figures, varied percussion effects, flowing melodic lines and dynamic contrasts, the opportunities to teach and connect with your students are endless. This is an exceptional work that will make your beginning band sound well beyond their years!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Sanctus - Robert W. Smith
Simple, elegant and beautiful, this setting of the traditional African-American hymn is a welcome addition to the beginning band repertoire. Lyrical, flowing lines provide a welcome opportunity to teach phrasing. Full band statements combined with both woodwind and brass choir features create a unique teaching opportunity for the very beginning band. Although the original melody and this arrangement use only six notes in their construction, this setting is suitable for performance by bands at multiple levels. Highly recommended!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.50Escape From Krypton - Robert W. Smith
Although a chemical element on the periodic table, Krypton is also a fictional planet in comic book lore that explodes just after the escape by our favorite super hero. Robert W. Smith's "Escape From Krypton" captures the energy and suspense of the dramatic event. Biting dissonance, driving percussion and a soaring flight theme combine to create a musical experience your beginning band students will love to rehearse and perform. Composed using the 8-note range of the Bb concert scale, this exciting piece can be performed in the second semester of study in most band methods. Exciting and educationally sound!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.50Going Home
This beautiful melody is well known as a movement of Dvorak's New World Symphony. Originally sung for Dvorak by Harry T. Burleigh, a talented African-American music student at the famed National Conservatory of Music in New York City, this spiritual has become an American classic. Robert W. Smith has arranged "Going Home" for the beginning band using limited ranges and technical challenges allowing the teaching focus on musically sensitive performance. An invaluable teaching tool suitable for performance at any concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.99Scottish Lullaby
Based on the folk song "I Know Where I'm Going," this setting of "Scottish Lullaby" by Robert W. Smith is an excellent choice for concert or contest. Dramatic and poignant, this is written in a British band tradition and will be an excellent addition to your regular concert repertoire. Very musical!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.50Aura Lea
This classic American folk song has inspired generations of musicians throughout the last two centuries. Arranged by composer/music educator Robert W. Smith, this setting of "Aura Lea" features melody throughout the band as they explore the lyrical theme and performance style. Suitable for concert and festival performance, this will become a staple in your repertoire.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.99Just As I Am
Robert W. Smith gives us this simple, yet beautiful and poignant setting of the traditional hymn song. Using only 6 notes as introduced in most beginning band classes, "Just As I Am" gives students the opportunity to perform expressively using beautiful lyrical and harmonic content. Very musical!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.50Time For Trumpets - Robert W. Smith
Featuring the trumpet section, this delightful work will be a welcome addition to your next concert. In addition to reinforcing steady beat, the beginning band is presented with multiple time signatures, fermata and tempi. A great teaching tool that will be enjoyed by the band and audience. Sensational!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.50First Decree - R.W. Smith
A joyous and authoritative opening statement for the beginning band! Beginning with a flourish of woodwinds and metallic percussion, the brass section follows with a musical fanfare conveying confidence and pride in the band's newfound musical skills. The percussion section provides a bold response completing the features of each instrumental family in the concert band. Composed using the first six notes introduced in most band methods, "First Decree" is an accessible and musical showcase for your beginning band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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