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£53.50Mountain Country Dances - Johnnie Vinson
Inspired by the musical tradition of early American folk songs, Johnnie Vinson has composed this appealing suite of three contrasting dance styles. The movements include Tar Heel Two-Step, Woodland Waltz, and Blue Ridge Reel. Sureto be an entertaining and rewarding work for young bands. (Grade 2.5) Dur: 5:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Dance of the Spirits - Michael Sweeney
The Native American Cree tribe refer to the aurora borealis (or northern lights) as the dance of the spirits. Using a variety of unusual sounds and effects, quickly changing textures and surprises, Michael Sweeney has created amusical impression of this phenomenon's stunning beauty and unpredictable nature. An exciting and unique addition to the young band repertoire, this will be enjoyable to rehearse and perform. (Grade 2.5) Dur: c. 5:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Overture On A Hymn Tune - Johnnie Vinson
Overture on a Hymn Tune is based on The Old Ship Of Zion which is found in the Early American Sacred Harp songbook. Johnnie Vinson uses a fast-slow-fast overture format to give this wonderful melody an appealing setting withplenty of variety and musicality. The slow middle section is a rhapsodic treatment of the main melody, while the two fast segments offer appealing and upbeat settings sure to be enjoyed by all. Skillfully scored to sound full withinexperienced players. Dur: 3:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Rock, Roll and Remember (Salute to Dick Clark)
Since the 1950s, the name Dick Clark has been synonymous with the hottest names in popular music. Appearing on his long-standing series American Bandstand was a hit parade of trend-setting artists. Here is a fun, fast-paced medleyof some of the signature moments from the Dick Clark era: Bandstand Boogie (AB theme song), Rock Around the Clock (Bill Haley), The Twist (Chubby Checker), Don't Worry Baby (Beach Boys), Rockin' Robin (Michael Jackson), and YMCA(Village People). Also included is an optional tag on Auld Lang Syne remembering many years of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Fight Song - Rachel Platten
Truly a global hit by American singer Rachel Platten, Fight Song has been just as popular overseas as it is here in the U.S. The song's positive message of perseverance and determination, along with catchy melodies and a driving moderate beat, make this an exceptional choice for lighter programming.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50The Water Is Wide - Julie Griffin
Dynamics, phrasing and interpretation are just a few of the concepts you can introduce with this favorite American hymn tune. It is handled with great sensitivity, creating an ideal teaching tool as well as a lovely concert piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99A Brass Thing - Danny Elfman
Renowned film composer Danny Elfman entered the symphonic world with a flourish with his orchestral work Serenada Schizophrana. Commissioned by the American Composers Orchestra in New York, it was premiered atCarnegie Hall in 2005. The third movement, A Brass Thing, features an eclectic blend of styles and striking sonorities and is skillfully adapted for wind band by Richard Saucedo. Duration 5:30. (Grade 4)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£137.70Blackbird Special
"Blackbird Special" is a song by American band Dirty Dozen Brass Band.The song is an entertainment piece, a good concert opener or encore.When used as a concert opener one may let the different sections of the band enter the stage one by one playing in order of appearance.Percussion section may play their parts ad lib. The most important is the groove of the piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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New York - Nigel Hess
New York - or to be more precise, Manhattan. For anyone who is familiar with this bizarre and wonderful city, here is a 'picture' that needs no explanation. For those not yet hooked this is a foretaste of things to come! This piece forms the final movement of 'East Coast Pictures', commissioned by the British Youth Wind Orchestra with funds from the National Westminster Bank plc. It is a suite of three short 'pictures' that were inspired by several visits to a small part of the American East Coast, an area that provides great extremes in the geography and the people.
In stock: Estimated delivery 1-3 days
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£55.00
Shelter Island - Nigel Hess
Shelter Island is the first movement of East Coast Pictures. It is a depiction of the Shelter Island itself, a few hours drive east of New York. In the summer it becomes a crowded tourist trap; but in the winter it is gloriously deserted and bravely faces the onslaught of the turbulent Atlantic, shrouded in sea mists and driving rain. This 'picture' is a fond memory of a winter weekend on Shelter Island. East Coast Pictures was commissioned by the British Youth Wind Orchestra with funds from the National Westminster Bank plc. These three short 'pictures' were inspired by several visits to a small part of the American East Coast, an area that provides great extremes in the geography and the people.
In stock: Estimated delivery 1-3 days
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