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£98.50Celestial Legend - David Shaffer
Celestial Legend uses thematic material based on Follow the Drinking Gourd and The Church's One Foundation. The piece seeks to recognize Green County, Ohio for its role in the Underground Railroad Movement, when escaping slaves were taught to follow the North Star. A delicate opening moves into a frenzy of woodwind activity over powerful brass fanfares. After a brief lyrical section, the piece resumes its fire, erupting in celebration as it catapults toward its heroic ending!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95The Happy Hungarian - David Shaffer
Popular cartoons have made Franz Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody #2 and Johannes Brahms's Hungarian Rhapsody #5 instantly recognizable. This arrangement cleverly combines several themes from both compositions into one fun-filled frolic through classical cartoon capers. Whistles, bird whistles, and ratchets all add to the charm of this novel tune. This is one "Happy Hungarian" that will keep you smiling for a long time!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£53.95Reaching the Summit - David Shaffer
Capture the feeling of exhilaration as your band embarks on a perilous journey to reach the top of a mountain. An intense introduction moves almost immediately into a woodwind chorale as the group begins its musical ascent. As the work continues to build, a wide variety of percussion timbres support the theme that culminates in the final moments. Sure to leave a lasting impression!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£59.00Fanfare Cincinnatus (A Flourish for Band) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David
Composed for the Cincinnati New Horizons Band, "Fanfare Cincinnatus" (A Flourish for Band) captures the beauty of the spectacular Cincinnati skyline. This work for concert band uses syncopated rhythms, layered percussion and lush harmonies to create an exciting composition for young musicians. An exciting opening and finale is complimented by a beautiful lush middle section ballad. Much attention has been paid to range and scoring creating a work that is attainable by smaller ensembles while retaining a full sound for larger ensembles as well. Outstanding! Duration: 4.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.00Witches and Wizards (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David
Listen, if you dare, as the witches concoct a kooky and mysterious melody of the macabre! Wizards engage in a diatonic discourse of delightful and delicate dissonance. The magic of "Witches and Wizards" will engage your inner spirits as a picture of mystery and mayhem is painted. Craftily written and arranged for the younger musicians, "Witches and Wizards" is sure to be the eerie and mystical hit of any concert! Duration: 2.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£59.00Carols! (Pictures of the Holidays) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David
How can you make Christmas carols exciting and fun? Add lots of percussion, of course! "Carols" is a medley of "God Bless Ye Merry Gentleman," "The Holly and the Ivy," "He is Born, the Holy Child," and "O Come, All Ye Faithful." Driving percussion, exciting harmonies and African drumming styles are combined to bring this arrangement together in a setting that will delight your audiences. Lots of fun for your students to prepare as well! Duration: 4.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.00The River and the Rock (The Tale of a City) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David
The River and the Rock depicts the rich history of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, settled in 1735. Each short movement paints a musical picture of the city's history, opening with "Beginnings," depicting a frontier that was settled very slowly as hostilities between England and France encouraged Indian bounty hunters to attack isolated garrisons in the region. "Patriots" suggests the city's call to arms throughout history. "Prosperity" visits the industrial revolution and the city's rapid growth at the turn of the 20th century. Movement IV and V, "Decline" and "Revival," offer a musical insight into the city's decline throughout the 20th century and rebirth in the 21st century. Exciting and emotional, "The River and the Rock" merges history and music into a setting that your students will enjoy preparing. Excellent selection for festivals and contests! Duration: 6.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.00Dem Bones (Trombone Section Feature with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David
If you got the "Bones," then let 'em have some fun! This trombone feature will showcase those slidin' bones, and let everyone have some fun in the process. Punctuated by clever percussion sound effects, the entire band will enjoy as the piece gets faster....and faster....and faster! This will be the hit of your concert, and "Dem Bones" will love it! Duration: 1.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.00Rejoissant! (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David
As the title suggests, is a celebration of life's conquering obstacles, specifically of the composer's own personal battle against cancer. Written for the Upper Sandusky High School (Ohio) Wind Ensemble and with the thanks from the composer for the support and opportunity to compose this piece during a very difficult period of time, "Rejoissant!" opens with a slower dramatic fanfare in the brass and percussion. The simple but forceful melody is repeated in several forms throughout the piece, including the beautiful and melodic middle section. This exceptionally emotional and energetic composition is suitable for all concerts and especially festival performances. Duration: 6.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.00Thunder and Fury (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David
In the style of the purely American circus march, "Thunder and Fury" is a concert march with all the excitement of the three-ring circus! Written at an ability level for younger bands, this march will excite your players and audiences alike and without a doubt, you will be able to hear the ringmaster's call to attention. An excellent opportunity to expose your younger players to the musical style of the march. Duration: 1.40
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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