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£52.99Christmas Feast - David Shaffer
Get out the dishes & silverware and set the table for this delicious medley of Christmas favorites! David Shaffer has crafted this clever collection of seasonal music into a delightful arrangement with one special twist; all of the auxiliary percussion instruments are kitchen utensils such as silverware, trash cans and drinking glasses. There are several stylistic changes within the piece, making it a perfect teaching tool. There is no doubt that "Christmas Feast" will be the appetizing hit of your holiday concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.99Freefal! - David Shaffer
"Freefall" is defined as pure energy; motion with no acceleration other than that provided by gravity. From the very first measure, David Shaffer's inspired contribution to the young band repertoire brings a level of excitement and intensity that will capture and cultivate your student's creative and performing interests. Utilizing contemporary compositional techniques such as tone clusters, driving ostinato patterns, and simple but fast paced melodic lines, this unique composition is appropriate for festival and concert performances and is sure to become a favorite with your students and audiences.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.99Astron - David Shaffer
This unique concert piece, written to portray the search for new horizons in space, features spirited melodies, interesting harmonies and powerful percussion. The lyrical aspect of this piece is an excellent teaching tool for developing tone quality, intonation, balance and blend. David Shaffer's expertise at writing solid music at this level will give your younger musicians the chance to shine. A sure confidence builder.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.99Takeoff! - David Shaffer
Fasten your seat belts and prepare for takeoff with this programmatic piece written to capture the exhilaration of powered flight. Unique percussion instruments and contemporary instrumental sonorities are used to build the excitement from the takeoff and flight through dramatic turbulence to the resolution of a successful landing. David Shaffer's trademarks including driving rhythms, powerful harmonies, and solid melodies, are evident throughout this exciting piece. An excellent choice for contest or festival performances. Highly recommended.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Twilight - David Shaffer
With lush harmonies and lyrical melodies, "Twilight" paints the musical portrait of a beautiful fall sunset. Written for the University of Dayton New Horizons Band, this quiet and expressive piece will be a wonderful vehicle for teaching legato playing styles to your younger players. David's thorough knowledge of the limitations of younger musicians has allowed him to craft a beautiful setting superior in both appeal and content.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Riptide - David Shaffer
As the title implies, "Riptide" is a forceful and energetic piece for your young musicians. Opening with slower rhythms and haunting harmonies, a signature of David Shaffer, "Riptide" builds in intensity throughout the composition. Simple rhythmic patterns outline the flowing minor melodies and combined with the unique percussion writing make this a perfect teaching piece. A fun composition to rehearse and perform, "Riptide" will be the piece that your students will ask for again and again.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.99The Twelve Songs of Christmas - David Shaffer
Why play 2 or 3 holiday tunes in a Christmas concert when you can play 12 in 2 minutes! Written as a parody of "The Twelve Days of Christmas," David Shaffer has cleverly woven twelve holiday classics into a fun-filled medley with lots of surprises for your audience. You can even play a name-that-tune game with your audiences. Easy to prepare and fun to perform, this will be the hit of your holiday concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Whirlwinds - David Shaffer
Capturing the intense power of the seas, "Whirlwinds" opens with intense rhythms and haunting harmonies building in intensity throughout the composition. A brief lull in the storm divides the piece into 3 separate and contrasting musical moments. Utilizing the power of the percussion section to define the drama, David Shaffer has crafted a festival piece that will intrigue your students and entertain your audiences. "Whirlwinds" is a perfect choice for any concert or festival.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Clamor, Clang, Clap & Clatter - David Shaffer
As the title suggests, "Clamor, Clang Clap & Clatter" is a cacophonous concoction of crafty and clever sound effects generated between the winds and the "metallic" members of the percussion family of instruments. Utilizing traditional and non-traditional percussion instruments this entertaining novelty piece will spotlight your full percussion section. David Shaffer once again crafts a novelty piece that will be a sure favorite of both your students and your audiences.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.99Into the Rapids - David Shaffer
Imagine the exhilaration as your boat encounters the sudden turbulence of a downward spiral of water and rock rapids! Breathtaking describes the combined musical intensity of rhythm and harmonies in this exciting composition by David Shaffer. Dynamic percussion writing enhances this musical voyage. This powerful and thrilling piece will excite both your students and your audiences. Highly recommended.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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