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£375.00Facade - An Entertainment, Suite from (Concert Band with Optional Narrator - Score and Parts) - Walton, William - Noble, Paul
This Suite from Facade - An Entertainment, composed by William Walton, with poems by Dame Edith Sitwell, presents for the first time a grouping of movements selected and arranged by Paul Noble for Concert Band and optional Reciter. The original composition was written between 1921 and 1928, containing forty-three numbers. They had their origin in a new style of poetry that Edith Sitwell evolved in the early 1920s, poems that her brother Osbert later described as 'experiments in obtaining through the medium of words the rhythm and dance measures such as waltzes, polkas, foxtrots... Some of the resulting poems were sad and serious... Others were mocking and gay... All possessed a quite extraordinary and haunting fascination.' Possibly influenced by the dance references in some of the numbers, Osbert declared that the poems might be further enhanced if spoken to a musical accompaniment. The obvious choice of composer was the young man who lived and worked in an attic room of the Sitwell brothers' house in Carlyle Square W[illiam] T[urner] Walton, as he then styled himself. The now historic first performance of the Facade Entertainment took place in an L-shaped first-floor drawing-room on January 24, 1922. Accompaniments to sixteen poems and two short musical numbers were performed by an ensemble of five players. The performers were obscured from the audience by a decorated front curtain, through which a megaphone protruded for Edith to declaim her poems. This was, as she put it, 'to deprive the work of any personal quality'. The first public performance of Facade was given at the Aeolian Hall on June 12, 1923. By now, fourteen poems had been set, others revised or rejected, and an alto saxophone added to the ensemble. The occasion gave rise to widespread publicity, both pro and contra, and the name of the twenty-one year old W. T. Walton was truly launched. In the ensuing years the Facade has gone through revisions and additions, with full orchestral arrangements of selected movements being made without the Reciter. Former Band Director Robert O'Brien arranged some movements for band, again without Reciter, which are now out of print. So this 'history making' addition is the first opportunity for Concert Bands to present some movements of Facade with poems as originally intended. The luxury of electronic amplification allows the full ensemble to perform without necessarily overshadowing the Reciter. And the arrangements are written with considerable doubling so that the ensemble may play in full, or reduced in size as may be desired for proper balance. And, though not encouraged, the arrangements are written so that the band can perform the music without the Reciter. Program notes are adapted in part from those written by David Lloyd-Jones and published by Oxford University Press in the Study Score of William Walton's Facade Entertainments.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£3.75Christmas Day (SATB Choral Octavo) - Holst, Gustav - Beringen, Robert van
Gustav Holst composed almost 200 works, one being a very elegant and charming fantasy on the old English Christmas carols: Good Christian Men, Rejoice, God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen, Come Ye Lofty, Come, and The First Nowell.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Christmas Day (SATB Choral Octavo - Pack of 25) - Holst, Gustav - Beringen, Robert van
Gustav Holst composed almost 200 works, one being a very elegant and charming fantasy on the old English Christmas carols: Good Christian Men, Rejoice, God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen, Come Ye Lofty, Come, and The First Nowell.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Granada (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lara, Agustin - Longfield, Robert
Looking for a change of pace for your next concert? Instantly recognisable and filled with characteristic Spanish stylings, this effective arrangement is sure to be a hit with all audiences.Duration: 4.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Black Diamond (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Longfield, Robert
Here's a unique and bold overture that combines an effective aural diamond shape along with a visual representation in the notation. A contrasting lyric middle section adds variety and balance to this impressive work for younger bands.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.95A Canadian Ballad (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sheldon, Robert
The traditional Newfoundland lyric ballad, She's Like a Swallow, is presented for band with all the passion and emotion it deserves. This tragic tale has many interpretations, but in all its forms is certainly a story of love and loss. A Canadian Ballad provides young bands with an opportunity to play with great colour and expression, bringing a moment of repose and lyricism to any concert performance.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.95Construction Zone (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sheldon, Robert
Sounds of "jackhammers" and "post drivers" provide a rhythmic groove for this very clever rock chart for young bands. The infectious bass line sets up a catchy tune and funky accompaniment riffs that will make this a favourite for beginners.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.95Snow Globe (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sheldon, Robert
This gentle piece reminds us of the wistful and whimsical feelings we have when looking into a snow globe. The soaring melodies and colourful accompaniments recall the warm memories of friends and family during the holiday season.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£58.50Angels from the Realms of Glory (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Smart, Henry T. - Smith & Story
This hauntingly beautiful holiday melody has been masterfully scored for your second year ensemble. Scored by the dynamic writing team of Robert Smith and Michael Story in conjunction with Book Two of Band Expressions, this is certain to be met with acclaim. Duration: 3.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.95Continental Divide (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sheldon, Robert
The bold opening statement and tuneful themes make Continental Divide the perfect concert opener for any young band concert. Although very accessible, it still includes varying styles and allows every section in the band an opportunity to play the melody. Using only seven notes, this impressive piece can easily be played during the first few months of teaching.Duration: 2.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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