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£49.95Crazy for Cartoons - Robert Sheldon
Not so long ago, a visit to any motion picture show always started with a classic cartoon that preceded the main event. These wonderful, wacky animated short features were accompanied by some of the most creative music of its time. "Crazy for Cartoons" reminds us of those simpler days, and the humor, drama, and action that were musically represented in those incredible soundtracks. Correlates to Book 2, Level 3 of . (2:09) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£53.95High Desert March - Steve Hodges
, by Steve Hodges, is a march that captures the excitement and occasional drama of a long hike in the high desert. Adventure awaits as the young hikers begin their trek, prepared to overcome any obstacles that may come their way. (2:10)
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£66.95Haunted Night - Fran Griffin
Shadows lengthen, birds fall silent, and the moonlight reveals ghostly images of a ballroom from long ago. evokes images of dancers swirling around with malevolent grace as their cobweb gowns blend into the surrounding mist. Fran Griffin has written a stunning work with the perfect balance of charm and chill. (2:45)
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£206.00The Firebird Suite for Symphonic Band - Igor Stravinsky / arr. Randy Earles, Frederick Fennell
This transcription for band by Randy Earles (edited by the great Frederick Fennell) of Stravinsky's 1919 version of The Firebird Suite owes its existence to the incomparable school band program, long the pride of the state of Texas. It is in the spirit of Texas' competitive band programs that caused Randy Earles to be retained to prepare this transcription, with all of the familiar reed and brass instrumental solos present in this un-cut presentation of this masterpiece. Never an easy piece, this complete presentation will challenge both conductors and players in all aspects of education and performance.
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£60.50Danse Macabre - Camille Saint-Saëns / arr. Michael Story
This work was originally scored as a tone poem that was written in 1874 by well-known French composer Camille Saint-Sans. The basis of the piece is an old French superstition where at the stroke of midnight on Halloween, Death appears and summons the dead to dance while he plays his music for them. In a familiar 3/4, it's spooky enough for a Halloween performance and classical enough for any program or contest all year long! (3:15)
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£66.95On This Day Earth Shall Ring
The 14th-century carol, "Personent hodie," is both mysterious and powerful. ---a festive processional on the ancient melody arranged by Scott Watson---explores both aspects. Beginning quietly, the modal tune emerges over a chant drone with rustic, medieval percussion. Before long, the piece takes on the joyous character alluded to in the tune's most familiar English text setting, "On This Day Earth Shall Ring" (written by composer, Jane Joseph, a student of Gustav Holst). As the work draws to an ebullient close, all the stops are pulled with resounding brass and ringing metallic percussion! Whether used as a striking concert opener or a jubilant final selection, will add festive lan to your winter/holiday program! (3:28) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£45.95Windrows - Bailey Senicar
Windrows are a long row of cut grains left to dry in the wind before harvesting. Harvest on the Canadian prairies is both an exciting and daunting time as farmers race to harvest their crops before winter. This piece hopes to capture the mood and energy of this time of year. This piece by Bailey Senicar uses only the first five notes but features an exciting melody and percussion line that students will love to play. (2:05)
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£66.95Polka - Jaromír Weinberger / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
A true classic of the concert band repertoire, the upper-end transcription of this excerpt from Czech composer Jaromr Weinberger's folk opera has appeared on countless concert programs and contest lists for the past nine decades. At long last, this cheerful work is available in a solid scoring for younger players, expanding its appeal to many more ensembles and audiences. Arranged from the original orchestral score, all parameters of this level have been observed for ease of preparation. (2:00)
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£66.95Cotton-Eyed Joe
One of the most infectious folk songs of all time is certain to make a huge splash at your next concert event. The band opens with stomping and clapping - encourage audience participation! The well-known melody will immediately grab your audience before the music weaves through a series of style changes and clever references. You will be singing this one long after it is over!
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£50.50Prelude in E-flat minor - Dmitri Shostakovich / arr. H. Robert Reynolds
Opening with a calm but strong chordal statement, this piece continues to build in a single direction to a grand climax of fortississimo dynamics, after which it quickly returns to the quiet mood and material of the beginning. While only 36 measures long, one senses a much more expansive and lengthy composition than its few short minutes reveal.
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