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£64.99Fantasy on a Mountain Song - William Himes
The unique writing style of William Himes is showcased here as he takes the simplest of folk songs and transforms it into a feast for the senses. The basic melody takes on a more insistent guise as melodic fragments graduallygrow, morph and unite, launching into a relentless rhythm that leads to the breathtaking finale. Directors who know Mr. Himes' work want to add every new concert band piece he publishes to their basic library - you'll wantthis one too.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£63.50Elegy for Albinoni - Shelley Hanson
Tomaso Albinoni (1671-1751) was a prolific Baroque-era composer whose works are now rarely performed. However, he was much admired by J. S. Bach who used examples of Albinoni's music in his teaching, and also used themes written by Albinoni as the basis for some of his own pieces.Elegy for Albinoni, a beautiful memorial piece in honor of this musical master, uses a romantic tone to set the stage for a theme based on one of Albinoni's violin sonatas. A rewarding work!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Suite (from The Planets) - Gustav Holst
A version of Holst's most famous work done at a level that can be achieved by young bands. Incoporating the three best-known movements, Mars, Venus, and Jupiter, Calvin Custer has created an invaluable piece for developing players. You'll use this one for years to come.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Perfect Trip - Patrick J. Burns
Perfect Trip derives its title from the horse racing term which refers to the flawless performance of a winning steed. It was written for the 20th anniversary concert of the Ridgewood Concert Band in New Jerseyat the request of the band's founding director, Dr. C. Christian Wilhjelm. The piece itself lasts not much more than a typical one mile horse race and depicts the event from the observer's perspective: the initial burst of energyat the starting gate and the ensuing excitement approaching the first turn, the suspense as the race develops along the far stretch, and the increasing drama as the pack rounds the final turn and heads down the stretch for the bigfinish. Recorded by the Ridgewood Concert Band, Christian Wilhjelm, conductor. (Grade 4)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Lament and Tribal Dances - Michael Sweeney
Commissioned by the Iowa Bandmasters Association, this dynamic work from Michael Sweeney is written in three contrasting sections. The opening Lament features a plaintive horn melody and expansive harmonies. The mood then shifts to an intensely rhythmic dance using an unusual modal scale. In the final section, the flutes switch to recorders and a driving percussion ostinato figure helps propel this magnificent piece to a dramatic ending. A rewarding and satisfying work from one of today's best composers for young bands.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99The Irish Dancemaster - William Vean
During the eighteenth century a person called 'The Dance Master' made his appearance in Ireland. He was a travelling dance-teacher, who moved from one village to another to teach the people there how to dance. The piece consists of two dances, Reel and the Jig.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.95
Dragon Slayer - Rob Grice
Using only six notes and note values no smaller than a quarter note, Rob Grice has managed to compose a piece that every beginning band student will want to play. Brake drum and gong contribute to the overall effect as your band embarks on its adventurous journey to a world where dragons roam free and no one is safe. Mild dissonance is approached very well if you're looking to fire up your youngest players, this is your answer!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Evening Song (Abendlied) - Josef Rheinberger
Written in 1873, Evening Song is one of the best-known choral works of Josef Rheinberger (1839-1901), German composer, organist and teacher. Displaying an exceptional lyric quality and utilizing a full range of dynamic contrast, Shelley Hanson's arrangement is specifically designed with flexible instrumentation to be performed in a variety of ways. This piece is equally effective whether performed by a traditional concert band or by a smaller chamber ensemble.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£289.99
Nyx - Thomas Doss
Nyx was the goddess of the night - one of the most ancient goddesses, respected even by Zeus. This piece depicts the role she played in the creation of the world, the generation of life and the formation of the four essential elements - fire, water, air and earth.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Scherzpolka - Thomas Doss
In the somewhat sarcastic Scherzpolka (Joke Polka), the composer does not intend to make fun of Alpine traditions and music but rather of the typical social attitude that does not always do justice to the valuable folk music and culture. Imagine a band that has to play in a beer tent for hours. During the performance the guests treat the musicians to one beer after another. Gradually, the players and the conductor lose control over their instruments and their interpretation of the music. Finally, the performance comes to an end: the Scherzpolka is actually the last piece. There are no limits to the creativity in both the visual and musical aspects during a performance of theScherzpolka!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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