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£9.95Spirit of Adventure (Overture) (Concert Band - Score Only) - Johnson, Stuart
Spirit of Adventure is a properly structured overture for younger players. It opens with a slow introduction, immediately followed by a rhythmic Allegro. Individual parts are simple but the band as a whole sounds effective. A short Andante features Oboe (cued in Clarinet), Flute and Horn, before the earlier Allegro returns, leading to a fortissimo climax.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99European Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
With its unique structure, European Overture brings out the vast potential of the concert band. The work opens with a magnificent fanfare followed by a lively allegro section. The lento of the middle section gracefully meanders bringing several soloists into the spotlight. Following another pulsating allegro section the work comes to a close with a final restatement of the central melody. A fantastic opener for any concert. 06:10
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Atlantic Overture - Thierry Deleruyelle
Atlantic Overture is a sparkling piece symbolising a journey by ship from Europe to the Americas. The music tells the story of a ship leaving the European coast on a journey that depicts the beauty of the open sea and the sunlight on the horizon. Finally, the main theme returns in a brilliant ending that heralds the arrival in America.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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A Classic Overture - James Swearingen
Opening with a beautiful and expressive theme before turning to a lively classic theme, this little overture is a real gem. Lots of contrasts combined with the Swearingen melodic touch provide a quality piece that is exceptional for concert or contest use by elementary and middle school bands. Should be in every band library!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99
European Overture - Bertrand Moren
With its unique structure, European Overture brings out the vast potential of the concert band. The work opens with a magnificent fanfare followed by a lively allegro section. The lento of the middle section gracefully meanders bringing several soloists into the spotlight. Following another pulsating allegro section the work comes to a close with a final restatement of the central melody. A fantastic opener for any concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£85.00Emperata Overture (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Smith, Claude T. - Earp, Joseph Benjamin
Emperata Overture is a wind band classic for concert and festival alike. The original publication of this work established Claude T. Smith's use of the 7/8-time meter as his signature rhythmic device for instrumental ensembles. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.*The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£85.00Declaration Overture (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Smith, Claude T. - Earp, Joseph Benjamin
Declaration Overture has a five-note motive in an opening slow section, followed by a driving Allegro where the original five-note motive is put through a series of variations. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.*The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£130.00Fatinitza Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Suppe, Franz Von - Glover, Andrew
The delightful and charming overture to the comic opera "Fatinitza" is finally available in a wonderful transcription by Andrew Glover. An excellent selection for mature bands seeking an enjoyable work that's also an audience-pleaser. Set includes a large spiral-bound conductor score.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£75.00Celebration Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lane, Philip - Noble, Paul
Celebration Overture was composed in the summer of 1976 and was given first prize judged by William Alwyn whose film scores Philip Lane has worked on for commercial recordings in the last 10 years. It is truly a celebratory piece with a dramatic pyramid opening, followed by the melodic introduction in solo clarinet, then solo trumpet, before accelerating to a rousing burst of celebration. A rich slower middle section leads into the return of celebration. This piece is included on several lists of recommended festival and contest literature. (Note: The harp part is non-essential, and may be omitted or played on electronic keyboard or piano.)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.95Timberline Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sheldon, Robert
Timberline Overture is a highly original musical portrait of the southern Appalachian forest. An impressionistic opening transitions to an Allegro that embodies the spirit of the American settlers from this region. Lydian motifs and dreamy textures combined with tuneful melodies and catchy rhythms create a very enjoyable concert or contest selection. Duration: 4.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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