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£113.30Moderate Dances - Angelo Sormani
This piece is a tribute to dance music, especially passionate, intense and meditative dance music. "Moderate Dances" is divided into three movements: a "Tango", a "Slow Waltz" and a "Bossa Nova". Each movement and each dance has its own particular characteristics but, when combined, these different rhythmic beats and times give the piece a feeling of completeness and uniformity. The Tango started to flourish in the suburbs of Buenos Aires in around 1880. There is still some doubt as to its origins, which may be Cuban (Habanera) but are probably African. It was most popular in Argentina and Brazil: here the male protagonist was originally the "gaucho" with his inseparable guitar, later to be replaced by the proud, elegant "compadre". By around 1910 the Tango had spread to Italy and France. New clubs opened, where the upper classes could watch and dance the Tango. Here the dance also underwent some rapid transformations. The exaggerated and extravagant gestures and body movements disappeared. Slow, gliding steps replaced the old rotational movements. The women's red ankle-boots and the partners "staring into each other's eyes" accentuated the erotic nature and sensuality of this dance. So much so that, in 1913, the German government banned soldiers from dancing the Tango. Those who broke the law were immediately discharged from the army. From a strictly musical perspective, the basic instruments were a flute, a harp (the diatonic harp typically played by the Indians of Paraguay) and a violin, or flute, guitar and violin or even clarinet, guitar and violin. These instruments were easy to transport, ideal for playing at parties, in the streets and in courtyards. The musicians played by ear, frequently improvising: there were no scores, no records, which is the main reason why it is impossible to trace the Tango back to its exact origins. However, the Tango's evolution (and growing popularity) was once again fostered by its fundamental ability to absorb "other" cultures, languages and sounds. And it was the arrival of the "bandoneon" (an accordion-like instrument that was invented in Germany and brought to Rio de la Plata by some immigrant), which replaced the flute, that marked the beginning of the Tango's huge success outside Argentina. A number of talented composers, above all the great Astor Piazzola (1921-1992), transformed the bandoneon from a simple accompanying instrument to a solo instrument that was to become the distinguishing feature of the 20th century Tango. The Slow Waltz originated from the Waltz, the typical dance of the Bavarian and Tyrolese peasants in the 1700s. It was composers like Johann Strauss, father and son, who carried the Waltz to its zenith in the 1800s, creating the sensual and melancholy yet joyful and charming dance we are all familiar with. When the Waltz first became popular in Germany, the members of respectable society were shocked at the closeness of the dancing partners, who had always previously danced apart. The main difference between the Waltz and Slow Waltz is that the latter has a slower, more expressive rhythm: the men wear tails and the women wear ball gowns decorated with beads and feathers and couples dance in graceful rotational movements. "Bossa Nova" is the title of the last movement in the piece. Jobim, the great Brazilian musician, described this musical genre as a combination of modern Jazz and Samba. Bossa Nova means "new wave". This was the name of the artistic and musical movement that evolved in Brazil in the late Fifties and was extremely popular throughout the Sixties. The songs are usually about love or social matters, drawing inspiration from the slums of Rio De Janeiro and the lives of their inhabitants. Bossa Nova, with its original compositions and the artistic talent of its musicians, also became hugely popular in the United States and Europe, and top Jazz musicians (Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz, Bob Cooper, Charlie Bird, Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon, Dizzy Gillespie) started to include Bossa in their repertoires.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99English Carol Fantasy - James Curnow
Contrasting colors and varied orchestration techniques make this majestic setting of OH LITTLE TOWN OF BETHLEHEM come alive for Christmas. Of the three different tunes that are commonly associated with the original carol text, this arrangement uses the melody that's best known in England. ENGLISH CAROL FANTASY remains entirely accessible to bands at this level and plenty of cueing makes sure it's useful for ensembles of all shapes and sizes. Feature your deserving young trumpet section leader on the easy solo, or let the entire first trumpet section play it soli. The low woodwinds and brass also get some "well doubled" exposure, so playing this one will be fun for all.Try it!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95Journey On The Yukon Express - Jordan Sterk
"All Aboard!" as a steam engine is about to embark on a journey along the Yukon Express Railway. Travelers will be in for a perilous trip, but also be treated to some of the most scenic views in all of North America. (2:20) This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Canticle at Christmastide - James Curnow
Jubilation! Ring in the season with this inspired treatment of Mendelssohn's Hark! The Herald Angels Sing. The harmonic textures and contrapuntal ideas are right on target for the grade level and the majestic setting will lift the spirits of all in attendance. Essential repeated sight rhythms and careful attention to articulations ensure that you will be able to prepare this for performance early in the academic year while reinforcing important technical skills all along the way. This one is a joy to rehearse and perform.Captivating!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Play A Simple Melody - Irving Berlin
Here's a fun-to-play arrangement of one of Irving Berlin's most famous classics. This arrangement is masterfully scored to double all important lines and will sound great no matter how small your group is. From soft shoe to swing, this piece will have all the toes tapping. See if you can recognize the three other familiar melodies toward the end of the piece!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Olympia - Brian Balmages
This fanfare captures the spirit of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games. The Games began in 776 B.C. in honor of Zeus. Since then, they have become the central location for heroes and champions to compete for the highest honors in the world. This work also serves as a reminder that heroes are all around us - in teachers who stay after school to help students, in parents who strive to give their children the best possible lives, and most of all in students themselves, the young champions of our world who see nothing between them and their dreams. The mallet part calls for multiple sets of bells (or other metallic instruments such as the vibraphone). Certainly,two to three players can really make this an effective part. There are two Percussion 1 parts included: a normal part and an advanced part. The level of the snare drummer will determine which part should be used. However, both parts may be used simultaneously if percussionists are available.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£73.50Trumpeter's Lullaby - Leroy Anderson
Among the most beautiful of all melodies written by this master of light composition, this selection is well known the world over. Feature your best trumpeter in this original version. The work has been completely re-engraved witha full score for the very first time and contains all the parts for concert band performance.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.50The Empire Strikes Back (Finale) - John Williams
We leave the cares of our troubled world and escape to a distant galaxy where we are enveloped in one of the most captivating ongoing adventures of all time. The continuing Star Wars saga crosses all barriers of generations. FromThe Empire Strikes Back comes this charismatic medley. Titles include: Star Wars (Main Theme), The Imperial March (Darth Vader's Theme), Yoda's Theme, Han Solo and the Princess, andi May The Force Be With You.Thoroughly entertaining! (Duration 6:39)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£58.50Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - John Williams
A charismatic medley of the most memorable tunes from the second Harry Potter film score. Titles included in the collection are 'Prologue: Book II' * 'Moaning Myrtle' * 'The Flying Car' * 'Dobby the House Elf' * 'GilderoyLockhart' * 'Fawkes the Phoenix' and 'Harry's Wondrous World.' A complete snapshot of all of the favorite titles scored concisely at the young band level. They'll all recognize the tunes! (4:04)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99Radetzky - Johann Strauss Sr.
An outstanding arrangement of the famous Strauss march which retains all of the charm of the original. Arranged by Alfred Reed, this march provides an opportunity for directors to program a European style march in a version that takes advantage of all of a concert band's capabilities!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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