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Mountain Suite - Geir Sundbø
Long walks in the mountains of Telemark has inspired the composer to write this original suite for young bands. The mountains are impressive and dramatic, but also make you feel calm and with a sense of freedom. The 4 movements are a praise to thisbeautiful nature.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£58.50Starward - John Cacavas
In the form of a traditional march, the contemporary harmonies in Starward set it apart from other more traditional marches. This work is great for contests and allows all sections of the band to shine. Audiences will be humming this tune long after the concert ends.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.95Sakura (Cherry Blossoms)
Sakura is an ancient Japanese children's song. It is traditionally accompanied by a koto (a long 13-stringed instrument) or a shamisen (a 3-stringed lute) and various gongs, drums and bells. This is a musical visit to a culture quite different from our own. Captivating! (2:00) This title is available in SmartMusic.
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£68.99Requiem Aeternam - Giacomo Puccini
Giacomo Puccini was commissioned to write a second opera after the resounding success of his first, Le Villi. However, the original four-act, grand opera Edgar, to a libretto by Ferdinando Fontana, received a rather lukewarm reception at its premire in La Scala in Milan in 1889 - initially, the work was only performed three times. Of all the planned performances in the subsequent two years, only one took place, in Lucca, Puccini's birthplace. There, the work was well received. Nevertheless, the composer decided to make drastic changes to Edgar the most radical being the reduction of the opera to three acts, as well as altering a few arias, charactersand instrumental parts. In its revised form, the work was even less popular than before. The discarded fourth act later provided material for Tosca (the duet Amoro sol' per te), but Puccini never felt the need to defend Edgar - as he did other less fortunate operas, such as La Rondine and Suor Angelica. On a piano excerpt for his female friend Sybil Seligman he even corrupted the title to 'E Dio ti GuARda da quest' opera' (may God preserve you from this opera). This did not prevent Arturo Toscanini performing the Requiem from the third act at Puccini's funeral in Milan Cathedral on 3 December 1924. The Requiem in the third act is being played when the long funeral procession carries the alleged body of Edgar - the confusedyoung man hesitating between the love of the virtuous Fidelia and the exotic Tigrana. The mass hails Edgar as a hero, but a monk claims that he has betrayed his country for a few gold pieces. When the soldiers try to desecrate the body, they discover that the armor contains none. The monk reveals himself as Edgar. He wants to leave with his faithful Fidelia, but the vengeful Tigrana stabs him and kills Fidelia. Edgar grieves over the lifeless body of his beloved, while Tigrana is arrested and the people submerge into prayer.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£91.99The Conqueror - Philip Sparke
Philip Sparke wrote this march for the famous brass band contest held ever year on Whit Friday in Oldham and Saddleworth. Given the competition's long history (over 120 years), he consciously composed this piece in a very traditional march form. The title, The Conqueror, refers to Alexander the Great's nickname as well as being something every band aspires to be!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Spirit Lake - Robert Sheldon
The opening of this work is boldly announced with a fanfare and stately march. The drive of the exposition gradually yields to a reflective Andante characterized by long flowing melodic lines. A marvelous young band piece that provides outstanding opportunities for phrasing and expression.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£65.99In the Shining of the Stars - Robert Sheldon
While the notes won't take long to master, the many nuances of this wonderful composition will allow you to teach many listening, tuning and phrasing techniques to your band while preparing it for performance.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£61.50Fidelity - Karl L. King
One of Karl King's finest easier marches, "Fidelity" is now available in a Command series edition. Playable with limited instrumentation, this march gem is a perfect choice for a concert opener, contest/festival selection, or just as a good-old crowd pleaser! Perfect for teaching march style and performance to middle school and junior high bands, as well as smaller or less-experienced high school groups. Long live the KING!
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£78.99C'est Noel - Jutras
This is a Christmas concert piece you will dig out of your library year after year. Familiar Christmas melodies, along with original material, are woven with fresh contemporary sounds into one of the nicest holiday selections to arrive on the scene in a long time!
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£85.50Symphonic Scenario - Cacavas
Probably the most ambitious piece ever composed by Cacavas during his long and distinguished career. Contemporary in nature, the dynamic opening theme progresses to an impressionistic middle section and a dazzling finish. It's a dramatic showcase for contest and program performance!
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