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£73.50Jungle Dance - Brian Balmages
This captivating musical celebration portrays the strong energy of all life in a jungle. The piece cleverly uses a melody that never changes throughout the entire work - rather, all the surrounding harmonies and textures constantly evolve as the music develops. Ultimately, the melody is layered on top of itself numerous times along with the countermelodies that have been heard throughout the work. A large battery of percussion completes the orchestration in a work that is certain to impress. Captivating!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95Arctic Wars - Brian Balmages
Dark harmonies create a menacing atmosphere in the opening of this engaging work. As the pace quickens, powerful themes combine with aggressive rhythmic lines, layered with ominous motives throughout. An amazing combination of heroism, uncertainty, and uplifting peaks, this highly imaginative work has it all!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£53.95Midnight Sky - Brian Balmages
This incredibly expressive lyrical work has a mature sound, contemporary harmonies, and intricate textures. Approachable by the youngest of bands yet more than appropriate for middle school bands as well. As a bonus, the work comes with three chorales (each with a particular teaching concept) to further develop sound and intonation.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95Midnight Mission - Brian Balmages
Your students will become spies in this secret midnight adventure. The music suggests the various obstacles faced in this sneaky encounter as they head for their mission objective. The entire work builds steadily until they are almost caught, only to disappear once again under cover of darkness. An ideal piece that is sure to be a favorite!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£73.50Marche Diabolique - Brian Balmages
This sinister-sounding march is perfect for directors looking for something completely different. Using elements from a traditional march set in a contemporary framework, the music is based on tritone intervals surrounded by expansive, dark harmonic language. A wealth of percussion adds great color to the unsettling character of the music. Intriguing!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£58.50A Festive Fanfare - Brian Balmages
This powerful and driving overture is the perfect way to kick off your holiday program! Featuring a mix of original themes and holiday favorites, this work does not sound like a medley; rather, it is a powerful fanfare featuring snippets of holiday favorites that span from lyrical to soaring! (2:00)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£87.50Arabian Dances - Brian Balmages
Explore Middle Eastern sounds with this work that combines authentic traditional melodies and rhythms with original music. After a haunting opening, authentic Middle Eastern percussion instruments create the groove that accompanies the folk song Ala Dal'ona. As the orchestration builds, original themes are intertwined before the percussion ensemble becomes the focus of the third section. The final melody, Tafta Hindi, develops until it morphs into an ostinato over a magnificent presentation of the original theme that is found throughout the work. A riveting ending brings this thrilling work to a dynamic close! (6:30)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£50.50Bringer of War - Brian Balmages
Inspired by The Planets by Gustav Holst, this original piece pays homage to the first movement, Mars. Using only six notes in all instruments, the music still has a powerful quality that dares the listener to embrace the bold, majestic melodies and rhythmic ostinato. A unique original that invites further study of a master composer!
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£58.50Shadows Unleashed - Brian Balmages
Exuding a dark and mischievous character, this inventive work paints a picture of shadows moving into and out of darkness as they carry on a wild ritualistic dance. Playful at times and sinister at others, the haunting melody builds into a fury of harmonic and melodic activity. A simple piano part and vocal effects add depth and sophistication. Incredibly powerful, yet amazingly achievable!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£62.95Into the Arctic - Brian Balmages
This hauntingly aggressive work investigates the legends surrounding the exploration of Antarctica. Inspired by the recent brutal winters involving the polar vortex, the music depicts magical scenery as well as treacherous terrain. Eventually, the legends of Antarctica take center stage as the music becomes restless and increasingly aggressive. Powerful and exciting!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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