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£60.99Silverbrook - Michael Sweeney
Rarely does a Grade 2 composition contain as much musical depth and variety as this powerhouse from the pen of Michael Sweeney. The impressive opening strains lead to a fast-paced ostinato accompanying an explosive melody in thetrumpets. After a delicate lyric section, the fast pace returns and the piece drives to a powerful finish. Dur: 4:25 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Themes from First Suite in E-flat - Gustav Holst
Using excerpts from the first and third movements, but still maintaining the formal and harmonic integrity of the original, this adaptation allows even middle school players to experience the unforgettable themes from Holst'smasterwork. Also, the March movement is very effective when performed by itself. Dur: 4:45 (Grade 2 - Hal Leonard MusicWorks series)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50River of Hope - Michael Sweeney
The centerpiece of this work for band is the memorable Appalachian folk hymn Down to the River to Pray, which was featured in the 2000 film O Brother, Where Art Thou? Interspersed with this melody is a faster original theme thatprovides a complementary yet contrasting tone to the emotional statements of the folk hymn. Richly scored and flowingly beautiful. Dur: 4:25 (Grade 2-1/2)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Best of the Beatles
Discovery Plus - Grade 2 The music of John Lennon and Paul McCartney never grows old. John Moss has taken three classics by The Beatles and created a joyful medley for young players. Including Ticket to Ride, Hey Jude and Get Back, this is music that speaks to all generations! (4:45)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Highlights from Fiddler on the Roof - Jerry Bock
Grade 2 One of the landmark musicals in the history of Broadway, this show features powerful music with plenty of variety and emotional depth. From the opening solo flute to the rousing final strains, here is a medley for youngplayers that everyone is sure to enjoy. Includes: Fiddler on the Roof: If I Were a Rich Man: Sunrise, Sunset: To Life. Dur: 4:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Canticum - James Curnow
MusicWorks - Grade 2 One of the classics of young band literature, this composition by James Curnow is found on many state lists throughout the country. Described as a song of jubilation, Canticum opens with a very distinctive and rhythmic main fast theme. The beautifully melodic slow 3/4 theme alternates between various choirs of the ensemble then leads to a dynamic return of the main theme and powerful coda. A must for every band program! (3:35)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99A Hymn for Band - Hugh M. Stuart
This gem from 1985 has steadily become one of the classic repertoire pieces for young bands. Even though it is heavily cross-cued making it suitable for smaller bands, this beautiful work is rich in melodic content, variedscoring, and marvelous counterlines and harmonies. An effective performance vehicle that also teaches legato style and musical sensitivity. Dur: 4:00 (Grade 3)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99The Wishing Well - Rossano Galante
The Wishing Well paints a musical portrait of a young child approaching a well and making a wish. The music ebbs and flows, utilizing solo instruments as well as the full ensemble, describing the water at the bottom of the well.Reaching the climax of the piece, the main theme is stated as the child tosses a coin into the well, and we follow its path down to the water. Delicate melodies and warm harmonies capture the essence of the child's wish, and thehope that it will be granted. (Grade 3.5) Dur: 4:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50On the Edge of Tomorrow - Michael Sweeney
Written for a middle school band in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the composer states that although commissioned prior to the catastrophic flood of 2008 that affected so many people including students and teachers, the work took on newmeaning as a way to cope with disaster and have faith in a better tomorrow. Displaying a range of emotions from anger to reflection to hope, this is a magnificently powerful overture for young players. Dur: 4:45 (Grade 2)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Armed Forces March
Beginning Pops - Grade 1 These traditional themes have never sounded so good at this easy of a level! Written in 2/4 rather than cut time, this arrangement includes interesting parts for all instruments - including the low brass and percussion. Featuring Marine's Hymn, Anchors Aweigh and The Caissons Go Rolling Along, this is the perfect concert closer for beginning bands. (2:00)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days