Results
-
£78.99Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus - Robert W. Smith
It's 1897 in New York City. A young girl writes to the editor of the New York Sun questioning the existence of Santa Claus. The classic editorial response "Yes, Virginia" has charmed generations of families during the yuletide season. Robert W. Smith has set this inspiring text to music for performance at any holiday concert. Featuring a narrator, the band setting includes holiday favorites that bring these famous words to life. Why not ask your principal or superintendent to perform with the band this year? Suitable for performance by ensembles at many levels, "Yes, Virginia" reminds us all of the wonders of the holiday season as seen through a child's eyes!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£78.99Time, Tone, Tune, Technique - Robert W. Smith
The "4 T's" of band performance are addressed in this fundamental warmup set by Robert W. Smith. TIME is presented in multiple meters with options to clap/play with or without a metronome. Two chorale exercises focus on TONE production. We focus on TUNE with tuning chord sequence. TECHNIQUE features a scale/key exercise for technical facility through daily use. An excellent band warm up and pedagogical tool!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£49.50The Sword of Kings - Robert W. Smith
Listen carefully to this regal sounding composition by Robert W. Smith. You may find it difficult to believe that it contains only the first six notes introduced in most major band methods. "The Sword of Kings" is inspired by the legend of Excalibur. It was composed as a concert or festival work for the beginning band. Whether at the end of the first semester or the first year of study, your band will sound surprisingly sophisticated while appealing to both performer and audience alike. Active percussion combined with engaging wind parts make this an excellent choice.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£49.50Crown of Glory - Robert W. Smith
"Crown of Glory" is a concert march in a traditional British style. Even though ranges are limited to a single octave, this original work by Robert W. Smith will make your band sound mature beyond their years. Written for concert and festival performance, "Crown of Glory" is also very effective at ceremonial events including graduation.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£49.50Moto Continuo - Robert W. Smith
As the title suggests, this exciting work by Robert W. Smith is inspired by the concept of continuous motion. Based on the first six notes introduced in most method books, driving eighth notes provide the energy that captures the imaginations of performer and audience alike.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£50.50Dueling Dragons - Robert W. Smith
Inspired by a rollercoaster ride as enjoyed by composer Robert W. Smith and his children, "Dueling Dragons" features two distinct groups of instruments. The brass and select percussion represent "Fire" with the woodwinds and metallic percussion representing "Ice." The duel between the two includes interacting melodic lines and intense effects leading to a very exciting conclusion. Exciting and educationally rich with teaching opportunities, "Dueling Dragons" will be one of those pieces that your students ask to play over and over. Let the fun begin!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£52.99Barrage - Robert W. Smith
Beginning band students are known for their boundless energy. "Barrage" by Robert W. Smith captures that energy in a piece your students will want to rehearse and perform over and over again. Each instrument in the wind section has the opportunity to play the melody. Along the way, the teaching of dynamic shaping, contrast and unified ensemble interpretation are the educational goals. Exceptional teaching in an exceptional musical setting!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£50.50Holiday Bells Are Ringing - Robert W. Smith
The perfect opening fanfare or closing statement for your next holiday concert. The spirit of the season comes alive with the bell tone effects in both percussion and winds. Based on the traditional "Ding Dong Merrily On High", Robert W. Smith has carefully woven the classic melody with the bells creating a powerful and unique setting for your developing band. The result is a mature musical effect that will delight your students and holiday audience. An excellent programming choice!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£45.99The King's Flourish - Robert W. Smith
Based on "Good King Wenceslas," this exciting work by Robert W. Smith is a festive opening or closing for any holiday concert. Featuring each instrumental choir including percussion, the piece is written using only the first six notes introduced in most band methods. However, with the creative skill and craft of this veteran educator/composer, "The King's Flourish" will make your beginning band sound well beyond their years. Highly recommended for any beginning or developing band!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£48.50Surge - Robert W. Smith
The boundless energy of young musicians is captured and focused in "Surge," an exciting work for the beginning band. A bold ostinato in the low brass and woodwinds provides momentum as interacting rhythmic figures and flowing counter lines create an intense musical experience. As you have come to expect from master educator/composer Robert W. Smith, "Surge" is an excellent teaching tool that will appeal to both performer and audience!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
View Music