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£189.99Godzilla Eats Las Vegas (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Whitacre, Eric
Note from Composer:It took me seven years to get my bachelor's degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. By the time I graduated I was ready to eat Las Vegas.Tom Leslie asked me to write another piece for the group as I was leaving, and I thought it would be a blast to do something completely ridiculous. The players are called upon to scream in terror, dress like Elvises (Elvi), and play in about thirty different styles from mambo to cheesy lounge music. The audience follows a script that I wrote simulating a campy, over the top Godzilla movie (is there any other kind?).I wrote the bulk of the piece while in my first year at Juilliard, and no kidding, I used to act out the script every morning devouring animal crackers, wreaking havoc all over the breakfast table. The script was originally twice as long, and had an entire subplot devoted to a young scientist and his love interest. As I started to finish the piece, however, it didn't seem that funny and that story (along with an extended Elvis tribute) ended up on the cutting room floor.The idea that this piece is being played all over the world in such serious concert venues is the single funniest thing I have ever heard. It has been played on the steps of the Capitol by the United States Marine Band, by the Scottish National Wind Symphony (they play in kilts, so help me God), and I have a video of a Japanese audience visibly confused and shaken by the whole experience. Can you imagine? I'm laughing my head off even as I write this!Godzilla Eats Las Vegas! was commissioned by the University of Nevada Las Vegas, Thomas G. Leslie, conductor, and received its premiere November 28th, 1996.The performers are encouraged to go crazy: wear showgirl costumes, Elvis costumes, act out scenes on stage, use video and lighting - anything to get a laugh.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99The Last Spring (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Grieg, Edvard - Curnow, James
Edvard Grieg is probably the best known of all Norwegian composers. He was one of the most important figures during the nationalistic romantic period and his music always contained the essence of this beautiful Scandinavian country. The Last Spring comes from Two Elegiac Melodies for String Orchestra and this version for concert band retains all the beauty and solemnity of the original. Evoke the peaceful atmosphere of Grieg's native land with this beautiful haunting work.Duration: 4.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£55.50(We're Gonna) Rock Around the Clock (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - DeKnight & Freedman - Sebesky, Gerald
This classic anthem of rock 'n' roll was sent screaming up the charts not once but twice by Bill Haley and his back-up band The Comets. It was a time when all the boys and girls were devoted 24 hours a day to the celebration of every new rock tune and dance craze. Who would have thought that forty years later, kids (of all ages) still remember, whistle and hum this hip swingin' winner. Program this with your band and you'll be declared 'right on time'! Duration: 1.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.50The Empire Strikes Back (Finale) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Williams, John - Bullock, Jack
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. From The 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", and "May The Force Be With You." Thoroughly entertaining! Duration: 6.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Conzensus (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Van der Roost, Jan
This stately concert opener was originally written by Jan Van der Roost for a special event in which six respected wind orchestras (two Belgian and four Dutch) of different composition (two symphonic bands, two fanfare bands and two brass bands) were featured during six concerts. Each evening brought forth a performance by a symphonic band, a fanfare, and brass band, so that the audience could experience all three types of ensembles. This was indeed an original concept. The name, ConZEnSus, comes from a combination of the words, 'Concert Cyclus' (concert series) and 'zes' (Dutch for 'six'). This leads to a new word, which refers to 'consensus'. The general tenor of the cycle is thus immediately indicated. The richness of colour of the various ensembles is revealed through an open and friendly atmosphere. During all six concerts (over a span of three years), ConZEnSus functioned as a permanent opening number for each orchestra. Thus the same musical story was portrayed in three different packages.Duration: 2:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£118.00How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Clark, Larry
Of all the Dr. Seuss stories, possibly none is more delightfully charming than the take on that mean old man who disliked Christmas so much that he stole all the presents, the toys and the Christmas trees. As should befall any villain, he is transformed and his heart "grew three times its size." This is a superior holiday medley with two great songs and wonderful incidental music. Seasonally spectacular! Duration: 5.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£33.50The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Franklin & Friend - Story, Michael
Th-th-th-that's all, folks! (Hey, wait a minute, we haven't even started yet!) That wascaly wabbit's theme song is finally in an easy version for the youngest ensemble. Here's audience appeal, player appeal, and pure simplicity all rolled into one. This is a must for your spring concert (Chomp, chomp!) Duration: 1.20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£66.95To Dance in the Secret Garden (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Smith, Robert W.
From the pen of the renowned Robert W. Smith comes this work which includes all of his compositional trademarks: highly inventive percussion writing, stylistic solo creation, and tension and release, all with brilliant use of occasional dissonance sounding much more difficult than it plays. This is not for the faint of heart, but well within the grasp of a quality ensemble. Dynamic and highly dramatic! Duration: 6.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£94.99In Praise of Freedom (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Barker, Warren
Ponder for a moment the lengths to which people have gone, the trials they have endured, and the risks they have taken while fighting to gain or preserve their freedom. After all, without freedom, what do you have? The opening of In Praise of Freedom introduces a sense of patriotism and independence. The Brass, Woodwinds, and Percussion take turns sharing the spotlight throughout this uplifting piece. A final fanfare praises the progress of the relentless development of freedom for all mankind.Duration: 6.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95Brother James' Air (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Bain, James Leith MacBeth - Wagner, Douglas E.
The melody moves between voices and the harmonic structuring shifts with an energy all its own, skilfully exhibiting marvellous suspensions and their satisfying resolutions. Technical demands are truly minimal. While it is written for beginning band, this is one of those rare compositions that will find a deserved place in the repertoires of bands at all skill levels. Hauntingly beautiful.Duration: 2:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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