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£52.95The Dreaded Devious Diabolical Dotted Dragon - Nathan Farrell
From the creative mind of Nathan Farrell, will light your band room up with dragon fire! Knight your students with the armor of subdivision and attack the dreaded dotted quarter note! Protect the villagers with intriguing percussion colors and fun yet surprisingly simple melodic lines. Designed to engage each section of the band with intuitive rhythms that take the bite out of the "dot," your students will love this epic musical quest. (1:50)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£64.99Above and Beyond - Robert Buckley
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 threedistinct 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 dispatch 7-14 working days
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£159.99Traversada - Oliver Waespi
The crossing of a mountain pass is called traversada in Romansh. Such a crossing bears uncertainties and dangers, but also hope and new opportunities. Whoever sets out for a traversada is leaving behind what's familiar in the quest for new places and people. The piece Traversada, based on a Romansh song about farewell and uncertain reunion, musically depics such a journey. At the offset, off-stage soloists introduce fragments of the melody after which a dramatic narrative unfolds. An intense musical shift leads to a calm section, featuring the original melody in pulsating, muted sound colours. Towards the end, the whole structure is gradually rebuilt andleads to an exuberant ending, where the vibrant melodic motifs reemerge.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£68.99Requiem Aeternam - Giacomo Puccini
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 premire 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, charactersand 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 confusedyoung 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.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.50Legend of the Sword - David Shaffer
An exciting programatic composition that depicts the mytholigiocal story of Merlyn, Excalabur and the Lady of the Lake in a quest for the powers of the "Sword". Solo spots for Baritone, Trumpet, Flute, Oboe, and Horn. Numerous percussion parts include optional part for piano. Enduring melodies punctuated by dynamic percussion writing makes this piece a worthy choice for any concert or contest performance by better bands. OUTSTANDING!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Abominable Snowman Chase - Robert W. Smith
From the opening footsteps of the ever-elusive Yeti, the chase is on through the Himalayas. The timpani (fixed pitch) is featured throughout as our quest for the Abominable Snowman unfolds. Suitable for programming during the holidays or at any winter concert, the soundscape created through harmonic and percussive effects will make this a favorite for all. An unusual composition creating unusual musical and educational results!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Glendower Overture - Gregory Smith
Owen Glendower led a Welsh uprising against England in the 16th century. Though his quest for independence was unsuccessful, he is none-the-less regarded as a national hero. The overture's heroic and dramatic nature makes it an outstanding choice for any program.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.50
The Fall of the Empires - Robert Leslie Lee
From the sands of Egypt, to the roads of Rome, numerous empires have risen to power and then fallen in their quest to conquer the world. The Fall of Empires takes students on a journey through time as they witness the rise and fall of historic civilizations. We welcome new composer Robert L. Lee to the Carl Fischer catalog with this stunning grade 1/2 piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£91.99
Canzone Antica - Stephen Bulla
CANZONE ANTICA translates as "ancient song". The dark mystery of the Middle Ages, from plainsong and cowled robes to shrouded medieval architecture, permeates a misty atmosphere as your band roams the catacombs in this powerful composition.Steeped in ancient history and opening with a short basso ostinato, this is a unique and significant work. Stephen Bulla masterfully weaves a tapestry of mystic percussion sounds, enigmatic harmonies that are sometimes open and sometimes dense, in a style which evokes ancient choral traditions.If your quest is a truly distinctive work for your next concert or contest, your crusade is at an end!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99
Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella - Mike Hannickel
A modern twist to this beautiful antique French carol makes it a delightful contrast for your winter concert. Interesting rhythms and melodic surprises carry this lovely old tune to new places. Articulation and dynamic concerns are important factors when interpreting the piece, so there is plenty to teach in your endless quest to make your group a better ensemble.Different!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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