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£68.00Requiem Aeternam (from Edgar) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Puccini, Giacomo - De Meij, Johan
Giacomo Puccini was commissioned to write a second opera after the resounding success of his first, Le Villi. However, the original four-act, grand opera Edgar, to a libretto by Ferdinando Fontana, received a rather lukewarm reception at its premiere in La Scala in Milan in 1889. Initially, the work was only performed three times. Of all the planned performances in the subsequent two years, only one took place, in Lucca, Puccini's birthplace. There, the work was well received. Nevertheless, the composer decided to make drastic changes to Edgar the most radical being the reduction of the opera to three acts, as well as altering a few arias, characters and instrumental parts. In its revised form, the work was even less popular than before. The discarded fourth act later provided material for Tosca (the duet Amoro sol' per te), but Puccini never felt the need to defend Edgar as he did other less fortunate operas, such as La Rondine and Suor Angelica. On a piano excerpt for his female friend Sybil Seligman he even corrupted the title to 'E Dio ti Guarda da quest' opera' (may God preserve you from this opera). This did not prevent Arturo Toscanini performing the Requiem from the third act at Puccini's funeral in Milan Cathedral on 3 December 1924. The Requiem in the third act is being played when the long funeral procession carries the alleged body of Edgar, the confused young man hesitating between the love of the virtuous Fidelia and the exotic Tigrana. The mass hails Edgar as a hero, but a monk claims that he has betrayed his country for a few gold pieces. When the soldiers try to desecrate the body, they discover that the armor contains none. The monk reveals himself as Edgar. He wants to leave with his faithful Fidelia, but the vengeful Tigrana stabs him and kills Fidelia. Edgar grieves over the lifeless body of his beloved, while Tigrana is arrested and the people submerge into prayer. Duration: 3.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£70.00Hungarian Dance No.5 (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Brahms, Johannes - Stanton, Scott
The unique sounds of this popular classic are transformed into a very useful selection for groups with small or unusual instrumentations. From the inventive Build-A-Band Series, it is playable with any instrumentation as long as the four main parts are covered. Optional parts are included for Piano/Keyboard, Strings, Guitar, Mallet Keyboards and Percussion that can add to the charm of the performance when used. The many tempo and style changes from the original make this a wonderful teaching tool.Duration: 2.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£66.95Ging heut Morgen ubers Feld (I Went This Morning Over the Field) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Mahler, Gustav - Ford, Ralph
The second movement of Mahler's "Songs of the Wayfarer" was originally scored for voice and piano. The second and most-musical movement, has been set for symphonic band without a vocal soloist, however, the part is included and may also be performed with the soloist. A cherished addition to the literature transcribed for the first time! Duration: 4.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£73.50Gershwin Prelude Suite (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Gershwin, George - Lucas, Elena Roussanova
Featuring: Prelude #1; Prelude #2 (Blue Lullaby); Prelude #3 (Spanish Prelude)This through-composed setting brings to life George Gershwin's beloved "Three Piano Preludes" in a contemporary setting for concert band that can be effective within the context of any of your concert programs. This music will inspire students and audiences alike. Just Gershwin!Duration: 5.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Fantasy on a Russian Air (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Vinson, Johnnie
Based on a familiar folk tune, Johnnie Vinson has created an appealing set of variations with an occasional nod to Beethoven, who used the same melody in his Theme and Variations for flute and piano (Op.107, No.7). With each variation featuring a different section of the band, this work utilises a mixture of contrasting meters and styles.Duration: 4:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£450.00Concertango (Alto Sax Solo and Jazz Trio with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Alarcon, Luis Serrano
This work explores musical fusion on multiple levels through the contrast of symphonic winds to a jazz trio (piano, bass, drums). Both groups are independent at times followed by a merge into a single unique musical force. The alto saxophone soloist stands as the uniting musical element between the two groups. The omnipresent and uniting musical force is the tango and, in particular, the works of Astor Piazzolla. Luis Serrano Alarcon has transformed the rhythms, ensemble settings and stylistic idioms into a powerful artistic statement that communicates to all. A highly effective work for mature ensembles.Duration: 26.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£150.00Celebration Fanfare (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Reineke, Steven
Steven Reineke's "Celebration Fanfare" is a brilliant and imposing concert opener for mature ensembles. Originally composed for orchestra and dedicated to Cincinnati Pops maestro Erich Kunzel, this band transcription by composer Reineke will "wow" your audience. The large concert band instrumentation includes optional parts for piano, organ, and harp. Our highest recommendation!Duration: 4.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£41.50Firestorm (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - O'Reilly, John
October 28, 2007 began as a typically beautiful Southern California day. But as the composer sat at his piano writing this composition, he became aware of a major firestorm raging within a few miles of his house. Dense smoke filled the air and a steady stream of helicopters flew into the local reservoir to fill up with water to battle the flames. John O'Reilly has crafted a remarkable piece that captures the drama of this event.Duration: 3:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Gymnopedie No.1 (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Satie, Erik - Bullock, Jack
The Gymnopedies, originally written for piano, are French composer Erik Satie's most famous works. In traditional Satie style, Gymnopedie No.1 is characterised with a joyously simple melody in 3/4 time with a rich harmonic structure that is not technically demanding. A classic arrangement at the beginning level!Duration: 2:40
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£44.95Concertino For Clarinet (First Movement) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus - Johnson, Stuart
Johnson, Stuart has arranged and adapted the first movement of this much loved Mozart piano sonata (KV 282) to create a delightful and welcome addition to the clarinet repertoire. The accompaniment is lightly scored for small wind band. Primarily this is to create a classical feel which reflects the style of the music. However, larger bands may wish to place the piece strategically in the program to give the heavy brass a rest. To this end, directors may also prefer to use single players on the brass and saxophone parts which would also help to give and orchestral feel to the performance.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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