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Toccata - Score only - Wilfred Heaton
Program NotesToccata - Oh the blessed Lord was first conceived as a brass sextet and remained in that form until the early 1970s when it was amplified to full brass band instrumentation. Now its further amplification to Wind Band it is hoped that it will be enjoyed by an even greater audience and many more performers.Whilst it is not easy to play, the music, once mastered, is something that bands enjoy. It will be evident to the discerning that this close-knit work is based on the verse of an adaption of the old spiritual, "Oh, dem golden slippers," the text beginning, "Oh the blessed Lord, He has saved my soul." The figures are derived therefrom.The absence of percussion is the express intention of the composer.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.00Dance of the Crows
Composed with Renaissance style dances in mind, the composer imagined attending a dance where everything is beautiful, but the dancers are actually crows! With a melody that is simple and primarily on the beat, the compositions starts calmly but gradually becomes more aggressive. Use this to develop the characteristic low clarinet sound, counting and listening skills, easy dynamic contrasts, and independent percussion playing. A fun opportunity for beginning bands to stretch their wings!
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£42.00Synergize!
The word synergize means to combine or coordinate the activity of two or more agents to produce a joint effort that is greater than the sum of their individual effects. Using a low brass groove with simple countermelodies above, this piece musically portrays that concept. Simple syncopation and dissonances introduce these concepts in a fun and interesting way. This exciting piece for younger players also features a short percussion break that allows the section shine. Program this for easy success at contest or for an entertaining concert selection.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£42.00Tropical Winds
Take your beginning band to a tropical island! Using simple patterns based on Caribbean rhythms, this is an excellent lighter selection for your spring concerts. Low instruments are featured in the middle section, but all sections get a chance to perform the melody. Develop breathing and phrasing technique while also introducing students to easy and fun Latin rhythms.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£51.00Sunrise on South Padre
Written about Texas' South Padre Island, this concert and contest selection will introduce performers to easy alternating time signatures. Starting slowly to represent the sun rising, the day soon begins with a faster section featuring different ostinato rhythms, varied dynamics and active percussion writing. Performing the articulations at the indicated tempo is a challenge but it sounds good at any appropriate tempo.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£40.00Baby Chipmunk
This fun beginning piece depicts the rapid start and stop movements of a chipmunk. Great for introducing the musical concepts of trills and fermatas in an easy and entertaining way, students and audiences alike will love performing and hearing this unique flexible instrumentation composition. Use the suggested performance ideas to bring the piece to further life!
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£42.00Starliner
Inspired by NASA's Starliner, this composition offers players interesting, yet easy, melodic material and countermelodies that will let your students work on phrasing and balance while still having fun. Short percussion solos and an emphasis on developing low brass and woodwinds make this an excellent concert opener or contest selection
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£47.00Woody Woodblocker
Feature your percussion section, or even a talented faculty member, in this novelty that uses the woodblock as a soloist. Great for developing first-year counting skills, working on balance, countermelodies and easy dynamics, this composition will entertain players and audiences alike.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£51.00Flight of the Eagle
A driving fanfare that highlights all sections of the band, this easy, yet mature sounding piece will improve the rhythmic and listening skills of your ensemble. Written for grade 2 bands, this soaring selection is perfect for concert, festival or as a concert opener.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£55.00Unicorn Ranch
Full of interesting rhythmic patterns that evoke a horse-like "galloping" feel, this gently dissonant composition is a great way to work on ensemble blend and listening skills. Written at one tempo throughout, it's an easy way to introduce the concept of syncopation while also developing cut-time playing skills. Perfect as a challenging contest, festival or concert selection for younger bands or a lighter selection for more advanced groups.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days