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£53.50Algona Crossing - Michael Sweeney
Celebrating the spirit of hope and determination of the early pioneers on the Iowa plains, this bold and varied overture also pays tribute to the historical importance of railroading to the city of Algona. Using a wide range of styles and timbres, Algona Crossing allows every section of the band a chance to shine. (Note: The piano part is optional and cued in mallets and woodwinds.) Dur: 5:10
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£58.50Festival of Flight - Travis J Weller
This majestic and spirited work is a fantastic opener and an ideal way to introduce students to 6/8. From the opening stately fanfare to the energetic motifs and rhythms that follow, the music takes the ensemble on a journey where the only limit is imagination. A wonderful overture that is extremely playable!
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£52.90Get Ready! (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Esplo, Haakon
Finding the perfect opening piece for the concert is important. Get Ready! has a fanfare as a start, a driving rhythmic main part and a grandiose ending that sets the tone for great concerts. With its flex 4-instrumentation, it will be easy to make the piece sound good for both large and small bands. Challenges in all parts make the musicians look forward to playing the overture. Get Ready is also well suited for competitions.Duration: 2.30
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£64.99Above and Beyond (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Buckley, Robert
Written as a celebratory piece, Above and Beyond is a stirring overture that explodes with energy and enthusiasm - a tribute to the quest for the extraordinary and the desire to do more than is required. Built around three distinct themes which are organically developed, the work contains powerful and triumphant melodies, driving percussion, dynamic contrasts and a marvelous "cantabile." This exhilarating concert opener exemplifies joy and spirit.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£53.50Eagles Awake! (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Saucedo, Richard L.
Featuring tuneful themes and moderate tempos, Eagles Awake! is a perfect overture for contest or festival. The middle slow section has a short solo for trumpet along with interesting harmonies, before returning to the faster rhythmic theme and a dynamic conclusion. Very attainable for young players and skilfully constructed to sound great.Duration: 2:50
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£72.99Front and Center (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Buckley, Robert
First Movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont.Famed bandmaster Arthur Delamont always started his concerts with a rousing overture, and Front and Center is in this proud tradition. In a non-stop 9/8 rhythm, this piece explodes with energy and effervescence. Full of powerful fanfares, lively melodies, driving percussion and dynamic contrasts, this exciting concert opener moves through different musical colours without ever losing its relentless drive. An exhilarating tour-de-force showcasing all sections of the band! Front and Center is the first movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont and was commissioned by the West Vancouver Youth Band.Duration: 3:15
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£64.99In the Valley of the Sun (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Curnow, James
Commissioned by the Sun City (AZ) Concert Band, In the Valley of the Sun is composed in a three-part overture format opening with a rollicking and rhythmic Western-style theme. The slow middle theme musically depicts the beauty of the Arizona desert with a flowing, yet angular melody. In the third section, the Western flavor returns to draw the work to an exciting and driving conclusion.Duration: 5:50
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£94.99Landscapes (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Galante, Rossano
Although fairly brief in duration, this exciting overture features plenty of power and musical depth. Originally a work for brass quintet, it wasn't until many years later that the full band version took shape. Perfect as a concert opener for mature players, this is a dynamic way to showcase your ensemble. Dur: 2:40Click to view score with recording."
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£53.50Northland Pines (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Bringing to mind the scenic majesty of the northern forests, Michael's fresh-sounding overture for young players opens with a powerful fanfare before introducing the energetic main theme in 5/4. Carefully using repetitive patterns combined with a unique harmonic treatment and brief lyric section, this work provides musical depth in a framework that is easy to teach.Duration: 4:00
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£60.99Emerald Awakening (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Splashes of colour and striking textures combine with an underlying street beat driving pulse in this joyous overture for band. Throughout, Michael skilfully manipulates melodic and rhythmic fragments as they are developed and passed from section to section. A brief slow section and tender chorale provide a poignant calm before the celebration of rhythm and dance returns for the uplifting conclusion. A rewarding piece that is fun to play!Duration: 5:45
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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