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£109.99The Marbled Midnight Mile - Steven Bryant
The Marbled Midnight Mile is a companion to Bryant's earlier works Dusk and First Light - the three of them together forming a loosely-related night cycle. The title evokes an extended journey through the myriad wandering thoughts that occur in the solitude of night. The music makes only modest technical demands of the ensemble, but is a perfect vehicle to expand the band's musical maturity and sensitivity. Dur: 8:00 (Grade 4)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Discover the Wild - Kenneth Fuchs
Composed in the form of a three-part orchestral overture, this powerful work opens with the horn section stating the main theme, which is based on the interval of a perfect fourth. A beautiful and lyrical middle theme creates amesmerizing and calming effect before the opening theme and faster pace makes a return for the dramatic finish. Concisely scored with an intriguing variety of textures, this is an impressive work for contest or festival. Dur: 4:40(Grade 4)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99To Soar with Eagles - Michael Sweeney
In this dynamic multi-style overture for band, Michael Sweeney opens with stark percussive hits, brass fanfares, and swirling woodwind effects. A fast tempo and long build follows, using non-traditional harmonies and overlappinglayers of sound, climaxing with a majestic, soaring statement by the entire ensemble. The slower middle section features a solo flute accompanied by rich sonorities and counterlines. The fast tempo returns initiated by thepercussion section and then recurring earlier themes as the pieces drives to a satisfying finish. With variety and pacing, this is a perfect choice for contest or festival. Dur: 5:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Fanfare for a Celebration - Robert Longfield
Perfect as a concert opener, this energetic piece uses a pulsating rhythmic pattern to build intensity, along with strong melodic fragments passed around the entire band. A brief contrasting middle theme in minor sets up thedramatically faster and exciting final strain. Dur: 2:35
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£184.99Sacred Harp - Jay Bocook
Commissioned for the 2012 South Carolina All-State High School Band, Jay's impressive three-movement suite based on melodies from the early American Sacred Harp singing tradition is a masterwork of dramatic orchestrationaldevices. Stratfield opens with a striking statement by the saxes and double reeds, then builds intensity using woodwind flourishes and soaring brass lines. Idumea begins in a quiet and delicate manner then gives way to thunderingpercussion and striking harmonic effects. The joyous Pisgah has a barn dance quality that provides the perfect conclusion to this powerful work for winds. Dur: c. 8:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Dance of the Tumblers (from The Snow Maiden) - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
From Rimsky-Korsalov's opera Snow Maiden, Dance of the Tumblers is considered to be one of this composer's most well known themes. Although brief in duration, this vibrant and energetic dance contains a wealth of music, and with its light-hearted spirit, is a perfect teaching tool for young players. Dur: 1:35
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Incandescence - Richard L. Saucedo
Composed to give young players the opportunity to experience mixed meter in a controlled setting (in this case, 3/4 + 4/4), Incandescence uses an engaging and energetic rhythmic groove to make this big step fun and enjoyable. Inaddition to being a perfect vehicle for teaching and internalizing a constant 8th- note subdivision, this piece will be exciting and rewarding to perform. Dur: 2:10
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Waterdrops Come Spring - Richard L. Saucedo
Using very modest ranges and easy rhythms (no syncopation), Richard has created this tender lyric piece that evokes the beauty of spring. Perfect for teaching tone, breath support and phrasing. Dur: 2:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Festivity - James Curnow
James Curnow's 'Festivity' is a perfect piece for a special occasion. Written for the Twentieth Anniversary of The Worlds Fun Festivals of Music in Kansas City, it sparkles with energy and drive. The contrasting section features solo parts for flute and oboe. A superb program piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Lone Eagle March - John Edmondson
Here's a terrific concert march dedicated to the American aviator, Charles Lindbergh. A perfect choice to open any concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days