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£118.99North Hills Fantasy - Philip Sparke
North Hills Fantasy was commissioned by the North Hills High School Bands, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (director: Len Lavelle) as part of a commissioning programme that has run since 1965 - the longest of its kind in the USA. The work opens with a reflective, unaccompanied solo for alto saxophone which develops into a chorale for horns and saxes. This is taken up by the trumpets and subsides to a change of key and mood, with highly decorated folk-like solos for clarinet, bassoon and saxes. These solos build to a climax for full band, which heralds a triumphant return of the horn chorale, accompanied by florid woodwind figuration. But the mood soon winds down; fragments of earlier melodies return calmly to peacefully close the work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.99Clash of the Carolers - Matt Conaway
Holiday cheer takes a time-out in Matt Conaway's humorous tale of Christmas carolers who just can't agree on which song to sing. A series of interruptions, interjections, and intrusions breaks down into an all-out argument until the musicians find common ground in a song that will always be popular this time of year. A great way to add some humor to your winter concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£78.99North Bay Vistas - Robert W. Smith
Composer Robert W. Smith's journey to the San Francisco Bay Area inspired this musical panorama. Beginning with an intriguing fanfare statement representing the unforgettable skyline of San Francisco and the unique images of the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges, our journey begins north over the waters of the bay. Sailing across the water, we are treated to magnificent vistas including both the city and the surrounding mountains. An early morning sunrise looking down on the vineyards of Sonoma was the inspiration for the center of the piece. The early morning mist combined with light and shadow creates a very peaceful scene that is not soon forgotten. The piece concludes with the return to the city providing a new perspective of this truly unique American landscape.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£85.50Avalanche! - Jonathan McBride
Written for band students in Talkeetna, Alaska, near base camp of Mt. McKinley, Avalanche! is a heart-pounding adrenaline rush from beginning to end. Transport your audience to rugged, snow-capped peaks with the heroic opening. Harmonic and rhythmic dissonance builds suspense as the avalanche is triggered and begins its deadly pursuit down the mountain. Avalanche will be a rewarding challenge for your students and will grip your audience from beginning to end.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.50
Whitewater Run - Ed Kiefer
This driving rhythmic piece is written to depict an exhilarating run down a whitewater river. Composer Ed Kiefer draws on his years of experience as a band director to provide a perfect choice for younger bands with small forces in the lower voices as those sections are mostly scored in unison. A welcome addition to the repertoire for young band festival performances.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.95
Equus - Erik Morales
Equus, Latin for "horse," takes us on a thrilling ride on one of these magnificent animals. Wood blocks help create the sound of the horse as the ensemble comes along for the ride. A serene section at the same tempo almost seems to slow the ride down, so listeners can take the time to appreciate the scenery around them. The opening material then returns as the piece comes to a strong conclusion.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£66.95
A Showstoppin Christmas
Deck the halls with this Broadway-style yuletide treat! Your audience will be filled with the Christmas spirit after this uplifting medley. Chris Sharp brings his wealth of commercial arranging experience to bear in this holiday spectacular that includes everything from classical to swing and funk! Ideal as a closer or encore work, this grand finale is sure to bring the house down!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.95A Toonful Tune - Rick DeJonge
Close your concert in style with this zany tribute to cartoon music and sound effects! From clever melodic references to hilarious effects including a high-pitched scream, ensemble laughter and whoopy cushions, this piece is absolutely guaranteed to bring the house down! Get ready for a ton of fun!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Montana Fanfare - Thomas Doss
This piece was composed as a birthday present for the Austrian conductor Walter Rescheneder to acknowledge the strong support he has given to the composer, Thomas Doss. Doss drew the inspiration for this fanfare from a mountain hike in the Salzkammergut. A powerful fanfare reveals enthusiasm and triumph. It is an exulting feeling and gives boundless freedom to look down into the depths from high up giving a view of the stunning landscape. The main melodic theme represents the feeling of vastness one experiences by taking just one quick glance into the distance. A musical treat!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£109.99A Little Suite of Horror - Thomas Doss
A Little Suite of Horror is an easy suite for beginner bands, consisting of five contrasting movements. With this piece it is also possible to pick and choose only a few movements to showcase at a concert as well. The story behind this composition is somewhat grim and ghoulish, so prepare your musicians and audience for a nerve-wracking experience!Friday the 13th: A day unlike any other runs its mysterious course...Midnight Scene: Footsteps, creaking, and the hoot of an owl precede the twelve strokes of midnight ringing from the steeple. Suddenly, a fairy-like apparition appears in the room.Wurdalak: "Wurdalak" is a vampiresque creature roaming aboutthe Slavic countries. A single bite makes entire villages cower and tremble in fear. Voodoo: Performing voodoo rituals has enchanted many a human over the years. Halloween Party March: Jack-o-lanterns, skeletons, zombies, and other creepy characters march down the street. Is anyone brave enough to join this haunted parade?
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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