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£95.50Swing - Robert W. Smith
"American Dances" is a three movement suite originally composed for the Boston Pops Brass. Each movement features an American popular music genre. "Swing" was composed based upon the American jazz and big band tradition that was popular in the 1930s and 1940s. This will have your audience tapping their toes and clapping their hands as your band sizzles throughout.Original Item#: RWS-1833-00
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£61.95Eternal Peaks - Robert W. Smith
A stunning contest or concert work for your young band. This energy-packed original is sure to make your young band sound spectacular. Inspired by Colorado, the land of mountains, in this single flowing composition the intent listener will hear the panoramic beauty of the Colorado sunrise with the Rocky Mountains as the backdrop. The power of the dinosaurs, the menacing sheer angles of jagged rocks and the thunder of ancient drums combine to form the first movement entitled In Stone and Shadow. In contrast, Twilight seeks to capture the majestic yet delicate scenery at perhaps the most beautiful time of the day. The final movement entitled "Avalanche" brings together musical and visual imagery to the most powerful of conclusions. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£82.95Square - Robert W. Smith
"American Dances" is a three movement suite originally composed for the Boston Pops Brass. Each movement features an American popular music genre. "Square" draws upon the country, western and bluegrass traditions as brought to the United States though settlers from the British Isles. Fun, interactive and delightfully challenging! When programmed with "Rag" (Mvt. 1) and "Swing" (Mvt. 3), the full "American Dances" suite is particularly effective in any concert setting.Original Item#: RWS-1935-00
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£73.50The Greatest Generation - Robert W. Smith
Written for the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor and gathering of heroes from around the world in December of 2016, this stirring composition pays tribute to America's "Greatest Generation." Narrated by World War II and Normandy veteran Col. Arnald D. Gabriel, this is the perfect selection to honor those that have served in the armed forces past and present. This grade 3 setting is technically accessible for most concert bands and suitable for programming throughout the year.Original Item#: RWS-1718-00
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£86.50, Symphonic Suite from
The combination of award-winning composer John Williams and the talents of Robert W. Smith make for exquisite results. A stunning medley of the four most revered themes from the epic film score. The arrangement begins with the familiar "Prologue: Book II." Next is the aggressive theme from "The Chamber of Secrets," followed by "Fawkes the Phoenix," and finally the theme used in both of the first two films, "Harry's Wondrous World." A vivid and dynamic portrayal of the movie, this one will be a real crowd pleaser. (6:05)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£53.95Funny Bones - Michael Story and Robert W. Smith
Sure to tickle, "Funny Bones" features your trombone section strutting their stuff with the full band supporting their antics in a rock-groove fashion. A gliss here or there is sure to please. This one's a winner! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£150.00Keys to Success: Sonority and Technique - Brian P. Dell, Jeffrey L. Traster, Joseph Canzano and Robert W. Smith
A significant addition to your concert band folders, "Keys To Success" is a daily approach to developing stellar sonority and technique with your ensemble. Combining traditional long tone and technique exercises/studies with original chorales, this is a rich resource that has been proven in the classroom over many years. Detailed teaching notes to the conductor are included providing invaluable information beyond most band technique books. Directors are encouraged to listen to the publisher-provided demonstration recording featuring a high school band who has used Keys To Success for years in the development of their ensembles from grades 9-12. A cost effective and teaching-focused resource for all concert bands!Original Item#: RWS-2116-00
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£82.95Rising Dragons - Robert W. Smith
Commissioned by the Korean Navy Symphonic Band under the direction of Lt. Commander Joon Hyung Park, Rising Dragons pays tribute to the legacy of Yi Sun Shin and his impact on naval operations throughout the world. Beginning with a commanding fanfare, the authoritative statement gives way to the lone flute representing the solitude and reflection that any great leader must endure. The mechanized sounds of the turtle ships are brought to musical life through melody that rises and falls like the sea. The sea battle is depicted with opposing forces of percussion giving way to a final victorious fanfare. A line from a poem written by Yi Sun Shin inspires the title: "I call to the sea, and the dragons are moved."
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£55.50Variant on an Old English Carol
Based on the classically familiar GREENSLEEVES, here is a poignant setting with musical lines from forceful to flowing. Robert W. Smith stamps the work with his unique sound sculpturing to give a highly atmospheric scoring. Minimal rehearsal time will be needed to assure a dramatic performance. Intense and satisfying! (2:11)
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