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The Proclamation of Christmas - Score only - Stephen Bulla
Program NotesOriginally written as the 'show opener' for one of The Salvation Army's spectacular annual Christmas Carol concerts in London, and premiered by The International Staff Band, Stephen Bulla's overture The Proclamation of Christmas is an extended work that features a number of popular Christmas tunes, including Hark The Herald Angels Sing, Ding Dong Merrily on High, and The First Nowell. There are also two slightly less well-known tunes that are linked to the carols - While Shepherds Watched and Angels from the Realms of Glory - and the piece concludes with a final flourish from O Come, All Ye Faithful.Its dramatic opening and imaginative structure make it a rewarding piece to rehearse and perform, and it certainly fulfills all the requirements of a Christmas show opener! So, we firmly believe that this overture will be a popular addition to Christmas repertoire for concert band in the same way as it was in its original version for brass band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£75.00Journey of the Spanish Buccaneers
From the call of the open seas to the wistful dance section, Journey of the Spanish Buccaneers will open the imagination of young band students and audiences. This piece opens with a short ostinato that develops into a tone cluster. This is followed by ominous sounds from the brass and percussion, representing the slow lumbering ship on the dangerous, open waters. A lyrical second section is followed by a dramatic return to the opening theme. This contest and festival style piece adds excitement to any concert program.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£73.50Spirit of Innovation - Adrian B. Sims
Spirit of Innovation begins with a glimmer of hope depicted by optimistic harmonies and ascending motifs. Adrian Sims has written engaging percussion parts, intensifying woodwind ostinati, and sustained brass lines to propel this work to its exciting conclusion. A spectacular celebration of achievements in Indiana's "City of Firsts!"
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.50The Wolves of Alaska - Rossano Galante
Opening with brass fanfares moving through mixed meters, this remarkable work by Rossano Galante takes the listener on a musical journey through the eyes of Alaskan Wolves. Heroic themes and soaring countermelodies capture the essence of these magnificent creatures, while lyrical passages honor the beautiful scenery. The Wolves of Alaska is an epic musical adventure that plays exceptionally well!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£124.99Legend of the Bell - Bert Appermont
This work was inspired by the legend of the Klokkeven, in which a church bell plays the leading part. It forms a connecting thread throughout the composition. The work consists of three continuous movements, each with its own atmosphere and character. In The Black Robber, we hear dark sounds in the brass and fast chromatic motifs. The Swamp contains mysterious low parallel fifths, imploring solos and chafing dissonant harmonies. Finally, in The Bell sweetly musing solos are hopefully accompanied by the church bell ringing from a distance. After a number of changes in tempo, the music ends in a grand tutti.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£91.99Guardians of the Waves - Philip Sparke
Guardians of the Waves was commissioned by the Japan Coast Guard Band to celebrate their 30th anniversary in 2018. They gave the premiere as part of a 30th anniversary concert on November 8th that year. Set in traditional march form, Guardians of the Waves opens with a short introduction, which leads to the main theme, played initially by the brass and then repeated with a florid woodwind descant. The theme is extended and morphs into a second theme, first played tutti and then quietly repeated by bassoon, tenor sax and euphonium. This leads to a conventional 'bass strain', played twice with varying accompaniments. A quieter trio section follows, delicately scored and featuring the tenor instruments of the band. Taken up by the full band, this leads back to a recall of the introduction and a return to the main two themes, which lead to a triumphal close.Recorded by the Kobe College Wind Orchestra and its conductor Osama Matsuura
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£56.99Legend of Crystal Lake - David Shaffer
"Legend of Crystal Lake" opens slowly with haunting and mysterious tonal mixture of woodwinds and solo trumpet. Quickly gaining energy the piece launches into a forceful woodwind rhythmic statement punctuated by brass and percussion. A lyrical middle section passes a delightful melody between each choir of instruments. The fresh and unique harmonies combined with the rhythmic excitement will make this musical journey a favorite of your students and your audiences. A wonderful choice for contest!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99
Beyond the Shores of Avalon - J. Bell
"Beyond the Shores of Avalon" takes the listener on a musical journey to the island sanctuary hidden in the mist, said to be the resting place of King Arthur. According to legend, Avalon was a utopian paradise, home to many powerful enchantresses, including Arthur's sister Morgan le Fay. "Beyond the Shores of Avalon" is a wonderful work for teaching blend and dynamic balance within the ensemble, while also giving the low brass and woodwinds the opportunity to stand out with the melody. Enchanting music!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£78.99
Battle Of The Winds - Duble
If you've been looking for a march challenge, this is it! "Battle of the Winds" is a classic circus "screamer" that wails from start to finish! Low brass and woodwinds get a workout from top to bottom, and the upper voices squeal in "battle" with the lower voices. Everyone will thrill to the gaudy fun of this vintage circus tune. Not for the faint of heart, and while it's a technical workout, it's well worth the effort. One of the most challenging and exciting marches you'll ever hear!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£105.50
God Of Our Fathers - Claude T. Smith
"God of Our Fathers" is based on the hymn with the same name and is one of the most iconic American Christian hymns dating back to the 19th-century. Claude T. Smith's concert band arrangement of this hymn has become a staple of band literature. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.*The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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