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£79.50Smoke and Mirrors - Robert Buckley
Imagine a misty hall of mirrors where, one by one, colorful, bizarre characters materialize out of the shadows and begin dancing a wild, mysterious waltz. Starting tentatively at first, the music whirls and twirls, spinning and turning, eventually becoming faster and faster, building to a frenzied climax when, in a puff of smoke, everyone disappears! Featuring solos for trumpet, alto saxophone, flute, and clarinet, and a duet for piccolo and tuba, "Smoke and Mirrors" is full of sweeping melodies, energetic percussion, harmonic surprises, and dramatic shifts in dynamics. Sure to bring a spark of magic to any concert. (5:00)
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£52.95Marche Militaire - Franz Schubert / adapted and arr. L. C. Harnsberger
One of the most familiar and popular marches ever written is Franz Schubert's . Schubert (1797--1828) was one of the most prolific composers of all time, having written symphonies, chamber music, piano works, and over 600 songs, yet he only lived to the age of 32. The march was originally written for piano four-hands, however, this arrangement for young band sounds as if it was first written for military band. Woodwinds, brass, and percussion all shine with fun and interesting parts that work well together. This arrangement is perfect for an opener or closer to any concert.
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£46.95Maya: The Lost Empire - Victor López
Reminiscent of ancient traditions, this composition highlights the Maya Empire, which holds the record for the longest running empire: almost 3,500 years. Teaching opportunities include shifting tempo and form including a D.S. al coda, and the notation is easily accessible for your first concert. A fascinating composition. (2:00)
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£51.50Sketches on a Shaped-Note Tune - Douglas E. Wagner
This piece is an ideal gateway for transitioning from method books to performance music. It is inspired by the shaped-note tradition of the early 19th century, which served as a major influence in the development of truly American music. Perfect for the first contest and every concert!
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£98.50Open Space - Brian Balmages
Experience the International Space Station through the power of music. This epic three-movement work musically depicts several astronauts' first-hand accounts of launch, first experiences of floating, and a breathtaking spacewalk. Movements include Launch; Floating, yet Falling; and Spacewalk. A powerful and substantial centerpiece for any program.
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£66.95Everybody Sang - Jack Wilds
Written to celebrate the universal tradition of folksong, this multi-movement suite is based on songs from China, Mexico, and Bulgaria. The piece runs the emotional gamut with nostalgic harmonies, beginning with the invigorating first movement and serene second movement. The final movement invokes a dramatic fanfare and irresistible rhythmic drive, bringing the entire piece to a powerful conclusion.
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£53.95Paper Lanterns - Peter Sciaino
Conjuring breathtaking images of illuminated lanterns floating through the night sky, Peter Sciaino's is a delightful selection that will capture the imagination. Celebrated on the 15th day of the first Chinese lunar month, the Lantern Festival traditionally marks the end of the Chinese New Year. As the sun goes down, families will often go outside and pay homage to the moon by launching paper sky lanterns (also called Congaing lanterns) which function like tiny hot air balloons. Take your audience to a place of wonder and beauty with this unique selection for young band. (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£50.50The King's Parade - David Marlatt
This majestic piece depicts a king's procession through a medieval town. Grand and triumphant, the king parades past his subjects waving and greeting them. This piece allows for all members in the ensemble to have a section of the melody with using just the first six notes. Written for flexible band. (1:20)
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£48.95Mary Ann
This happy Jamaican folk song simply sparkles in this very easy arrangement by Mark Williams. Using only six notes, with eighth notes limited to the percussion part, this is an excellent selection for your beginning band's first concert. The melody is passed through every section, enabling all students to participate in the fun. Correlated with , page 10, this arrangement will be a favorite of students and audiences alike.
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£53.95The Legacy of Christmas
Although written as supplemental material to the (for use after lesson 8 of Level One), this piece for the holidays can be utilized with any beginning method. The grade level is 1/2-1, the pitch ranges are within an octave from concert low B-flat to A-flat, and the rhythm patterns are limited to whole, dotted half, half, and quarter notes and rests. Three well-known Christmas songs are included in this mini-medley: , , and . There is an optional ending after the first two selections, and all three pieces can be played independently as short individual pieces if the director desires. (2:06)
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