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£79.99Stardance - Michael Sweeney
The opening of this unique and masterful work for band places the wind players out in the audience as the listeners are surrounded by the effect of a swirling dance of celestial lights and sounds. Onstage, the percussion sectionintroduces a driving ostinato pattern later picked up by the entire ensemble. A delicate and beautiful middle section almost suspends time as soloists provide a bluesy interaction with the rich background texture and each other.The frantic pace returns leading to a stunning chorale played by the winds while the percussion continues simultaneously at a separate tempo! A creative and magical addition to the repertoire! Dur: c. 9:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£184.99Sacred Harp - Jay Bocook
Commissioned for the 2012 South Carolina All-State High School Band, Jay's impressive three-movement suite based on melodies from the early American Sacred Harp singing tradition is a masterwork of dramatic orchestrationaldevices. Stratfield opens with a striking statement by the saxes and double reeds, then builds intensity using woodwind flourishes and soaring brass lines. Idumea begins in a quiet and delicate manner then gives way to thunderingpercussion and striking harmonic effects. The joyous Pisgah has a barn dance quality that provides the perfect conclusion to this powerful work for winds. Dur: c. 8:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Prelude And Pursuit - Michael Sweeney
John Barnes Chance composed his landmark work for band, Incantation and Dance, in 1960 while in residence at the high school in Greensboro, North Carolina. Commissioned by the Union County (NC) Honor Band, Prelude and Pursuit paystribute to this important composition and its North Carolina connection. A haunting chant-like theme played by the clarinets sets the tone for the slow section. Similar to Chance's work, the fast section begins with percussioninstruments introducing thematic elements later picked up and developed by the winds. Intensifying rhythmic elements, as well as carefully controlled random playing effects, contribute to an overall sense of excitement andanticipation. Themes are woven throughout various sections of the band before the opening chant motif makes a brief dramatic appearance near the end. A great teaching tool for young players, Prelude and Pursuit also provides arewarding performance experience. Dur: 4:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Emerald Awakening - Michael Sweeney
Splashes of color and striking textures combine with an underlying street beat driving pulse in this joyous overture for band. Throughout, Michael skillfully manipulates melodic and rhythmic fragments as they are developed andpassed from section to section. A brief slow section and tender chorale provide a poignant calm before the celebration of rhythm and dance returns for the uplifting conclusion. A rewarding piece that is fun to play!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Squonk Blues (Mythical Forest Creature) - Robert Buckley
This quirky, spirited piece is in the style of a blues waltz and based on the mythical legend of the squonk, a forest creature that dissolves into a pool of tears when it is cornered. However, on dark moonless nights when no one is about, they gather together to sing and dance the Squonk Blues! A unique change of pace, this composition uses the first six notes of the B-flat scale.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Come On Over Baby (All I Want Is You)
Hot new dance hit from pop diva Christina Aguilera! This rockin' arrangement is easy to learn and fun to play.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Start the Commotion
Current techno dance hit by The Wiseguys and used in the Mitsubishi TV commercial, this is a great arrangement for energizing any pop concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Holiday Hoedown
Based on Up on the Housetop, John Moss' tongue-in-cheek arrangement cleverly mixes this familiar carol with a foot-stomping barn dance style. A rousing country Christmas all the way!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Time Warp (from The Rocky Horror Picture Show) - Richard O'Brien
35 years after its premiere (and featured recently on Glee), cult movie classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show remains the longest-running theatrical release in film history. Here is the familiar high-energy dance hit Time Warp in a very playable yet great-sounding arrangement for young bands.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Brook Green Suite - Gustav Holst
This is sure to be one of those orchestral transcriptions that finds a permanent place in the realm of concert band literature. Holst's ability to develop and explore folk melodies with rich, lyrical treatment is fully realized in this sterling example of the final phase of this remarkable composer's career. The smooth and peaceful declivities of the Prelude, the expressive Cantabile of the Air, and the sprightly 6/8 Dance combine to give your audience and your band a truly enriching experience. Enticing! (Grade 4) (7:00)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days