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£92.50Beyond the Summit - Brian Balmages
This musical celebration embraces our human nature to constantly strive higher. Everyone must climb a personal "mountain," and this metaphor reminds us to continue our journey and never stop - even when we think we've reached the summit.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£87.50The Awakening - Brian Balmages
This captivating composition was inspired by that "breakthrough" moment when people start to realize there is much more to life than they originally thought. Opening with a woodwind ostinato, the horns introduce the melody that becomes the focus of the work. The pace continues through a beautiful lyrical section that soon explodes into a triumphant ending of brass under a flourishing woodwind ostinato. An ideal concert opener.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£79.50Gravity Wave - Brian Balmages
This dynamic and intense work describes a phenomenon in which clouds follow the same pattern as waves in the ocean. After an introspective opening, the music grows in intensity with long sustained chords pushing through intense rhythmic movement. Eventually, woodwinds become the focus of the work in a subdued section before undulating percussion begin the final powerful drive. Woodwinds join in a flurry of activity while brass players sustain epic chords once more, until a whirlwind of notes converge into one chaotic statement, punctuated by dissonant chords in the brass. The final sequence will leave the audience gasping. Intense!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£98.50Pixelated World - Brian Balmages
Tackle the complex issue of screen addiction with this intriguing work that contrasts the real world around us with the digital, pixelated world experienced through our devices. Powerful sections yield to softer, muted moments as the listener is pulled between actual and virtual realities. A powerful and thought-provoking piece that will surely stimulate discussions in your ensemble.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£73.50Metal Bell Carol
Hold onto your seats with this explosive, heavy metal-inspired holiday spectacular! by Brian Balmages uses original material interwoven with "Ukrainian Bell Carol" and hints of "We Three Kings." Using optional electric guitar and bass, this work is destined to be the ultimate closer for holiday programs everywhere! Highlight student talent, or bring in a faculty member or your local guitar hero, to do some shredding! (3:15)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£79.50A View of the World - Brian Balmages
This substantive single-movement work explores a view of the world through the eyes of a child. Captions appear in both the score and parts to indicate each emotional episode as this extensive and powerful work unfolds through many transformations in texture and style. Skillfully conceived and written for the mature band, this is an excellent festival choice. (10:45)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£58.50Journey by Night - Brian Balmages
JOURNEY BY NIGHT investigates a phenomenon common to all mankind: dreams. Sudden changes in tempo, dynamics, and mood represent the random sequence of events in a dream. The opening motive is repeated three times throughout the work, indicating several stages in the dream sequence. The fanfare represents the intensity with which dreams can come and go. This dramatic new composition runs the gamut of the emotional spectrum, demanding the full range of performance skills. Highly recommended! (7:12)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£128.00Escapades - Brian Balmages
Premiered at the 2005 Michigan Music Educators Conference, Escapades was commissioned by the Grand Valley State University Symphonic Wind Ensemble under the baton of Barry D. Martin, with Arthur Campbell as clarinet soloist. Since the premiere, it has been scheduled for additional performances in the United States and abroad. The piece gets its inspiration from the title, which can be defined as "a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct." This piece is a series of changing "escapades" (or variations) which develop and explore different aspects of the opening thematic material. The entire work builds into a free improvisational section before all elements are united in the final presto.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£123.00Symphonic Episodes - Brian Balmages
Commissioned by the University of Miami, this three-movement work covers the full gamut of emotions and has already been performed by numerous all-state and district bands. The short opening movement establishes one of the main themes in the work before coming to a soft conclusion. The second movement can easily be performed on its own with its beautiful lyrical melodies and powerful emotional impact. The third movement makes use of themes heard throughout the other movements before coming to a grand conclusion. You won't want to miss this one!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£79.50Summit City - Brian Balmages
This short concert opener is based on a single rhythmic cell that eventually explodes into a bundle of energy leaving your audience breathless. Making use of optional harp, the opening quickly gains momentum as it leads to a huge brass fanfare. Three summits or peaks continually build the work until the final section where the rhythmic cell transforms, leading to a final climactic chord. Stunning!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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