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£110.99The Pioneers - Philip Sparke
In The Pioneers Philip Sparke salutes the bicentenary of an expedition by two all time American heroes - Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. They were commissioned by US President Thomas Jefferson to find the headwaters of the Missouri and a route to the Pacific following the Louisiana Purchase, which doubled the size of the USA. They set out as the 'Corps of Discovery' from Louisville, Kentucky, in May 1804 and not only did they succeed in reaching the Pacific through hostile territory, but also found their way back - in 3 years! The piece is not descriptive of the journey but gives the composer the opportunity to celebrate the 200th anniversary of this amazing feat. Add a touchof the wild-west to any concert with this exciting work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.50Saturn: The Ringed Planet - Rob Romeyn
An absolutely stunning programmatic piece depicting a futuristic voyage to the sixth planet, "Saturn: The Ringed Planet" is sure to become a classic for concert and festival use. Powerful scoring, stark musical contrasts, driving rhythms and varied textures all combine to portray the dramatic journey, and the beauty and mystique of this mysterious and alluring planet. Solid scoring and use of doubling insures success with most performance situations. Creative use of percussion greatly adds to the drama and intensity. This is a work of uncommon quality!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£154.99Lake of the Moon - Kevin Houben
The travels of the Aztec people as they headed south through North America looking for a new home, acted as the inspiration for Lake of the Moon. The composition contains small fragments of Oriental music and South American rhythms andoccasionally, Russian Cossacks seem to raise their heads. The journey from North to South is not without danger, which is represented by threatening sounds within the music. In the Adagio divoto the composer takes us along to the Texcoco Lake,which the Aztecs called the lake of the moon. Bring a little bit of South American history to your concert with Lake of the Moon.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£58.50Pirate Kings from the East - John Henry Hopkins / arr. Scott Watson
In , composer Scott Watson re-imagines the legendary journey of the Three Kings, musically transporting the action from the desert to the high seas, swapping the traditional caravan of camels with a fearsome tall ship and pirate crew! Bold themes, triple-meter sea-shanty rhythms, and exciting percussion contribute to the high-spirited adventure. At the stirring conclusion of this buccaneer drama, one can almost hear the maritime Magi heartily proclaiming, "We Three Kings of Orient... ARRRGH!" (2:45)The series is an innovative addition to the ever-expanding interactive library. These engaging selections are presented with educational resources designed to enrich the rehearsal process and create outstanding performances. Including:
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£41.50Seafarer's Hymn - Jeanne Vultaggio
Your students will love how mature they can sound on this seafaring journey! gives the developing band a chance to shine while getting a great introduction to lyrical playing. Featuring brass and woodwind choirs, this piece gives everyone a chance to play the melody and also contains enough parts to keep the percussion section involved! (2:00)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£79.50Balatro - Minoo Dixon
Winner of the 2024 NBA Young Band Composition Contest, , by Minoo Dixon, is a bold and eccentric work that invites students and listeners into the mind of a "balatro" -- the Latin word for joker. This imaginative piece introduces young musicians to the intriguing octatonic scale in a way that's both thoughtful and accessible, providing a fast-paced, captivating journey through fluid tonal shifts. Despite its tonal playfulness, the piece remains anchored to the familiar comfort of concert Bb, offering an ideal blend of exploration and stability. is a fresh, innovative addition to the concert band repertoire -- one that's sure to surprise and delight all. (3:55)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£69.95
Midnight Sleighride (Troika) - Sergei Prokofiev
The music from Lieutenant Kij? was Prokofiev's first attempt at composing film music. In 1933 he was commissioned by the Soviet Union to compose music for a film of the same name and he later adapted this music into an orchestral suite that has since become highly popular. Troika, which forms the 4th movement of this 5 movement suite, was composed to give the impression of a fast winter's journey on a troika which is a traditional sleigh pulled by three horses. With the inclusion of sleigh-bells in the orchestration it has been often associated with the Christmas period and still is to this day.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£59.00Cowbell Lullaby (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Fenske, Katheryn
Moos...cowbells...yodels...alphorns... "Cowbell Lullaby" is an imaginative piece which transports you to Switzerland, joining cows at the end of their day's journey high in the Alps. The herd comes to life in the opening measures, lowing with excitement until the cows are calmed by a delicate lullaby. Dance music of the town band momentarily stirs them before the lullaby once again calls them to bed. Your developing players, and the audience as well, will "udderly" enjoy hanging out with the dairy farmer and his Alpine herd. Mooooo! Duration: 4.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£150.00Beneath (Prerecorded Soundscape with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shapiro, Alex
Beneath brings listeners on a sonic journey into a private, aquatic realm. Below the surface of the ocean is a world of liquid beauty and grace hidden from our eyes and from our imagination. Even in this habitat of life and hope, exquisite creatures remain vulnerable to events triggered from beyond their fragile sanctuary. From hearing a volcanic eruption under the Pacific, to going on a guided tour of the sea alongside a Humpback whale, your ears and your heart will glide through a stunning place we sometimes forget to look.Duration: 10.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.00Santa's Midnight Sleigh Ride (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Grice, Rob
Oh no, Santa's running late! It's midnight, and Santa is just leaving the North Pole for his long night's journey, delivering toys to all the good children of the world! "Santa's Midnight Sleigh Ride" is designed to capture the imaginations of younger musicians during the holiday season. Sure to be entertaining for the audience as well as the students! Duration: 2.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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