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£267.50Gloriosa - Symphonic Poem for Band (Complete) - Yasuhide Ito
A new acquisition by Bravo Music, this fresh printing of the 1990 masterwork by Yasuhide Ito features a newly engraved score, improved parts, good availability and value. This stirring and powerful homage to early Christianity in Japan profoundly andeloquently states the case of cross-cultural conflict and resolution.Commissioned in 1989 and premiered in 1990 by the Sasebo Band of the Maritime Self-Defense Force of Kyushu, southern Japan.Gloriosa is inspired by the songs of the Kakure-Kirishitan (Crypto-Christians) of Kyushu who continued to practice their faith surreptitiously after the ban of Christianity, which had been introduced to that southern region in the mid-16th century byRoman Catholic missionary Francisco Xavier. The worship brought with it a variety of western music.Though Christianity was proscribed in 1612 by authority of the Tokugawa Shogunate in Edo (today Tokyo), Kakure-Kirishitan continued advocating sermons and disguised songs. Melodies and lyrics such as Gregorian chant were obliged to be "Japanized".For example, the Latin word "Gloriosa" was changed to "Gururiyoza." This adaptation of liturgy for survival inspired Ito to write this piece in order to reveal and solve this unique cultural mystery.The composer explains:"Nagasaki district in Kyushu region continued to accept foreign culture even during the seclusion period, as Japan's only window to the outer world. After the proscription of Christianity, the faith was preserved and handed down in secret in theNagasaki and Shimabara areas of Kyushu region. My interest was piqued by the way in which the Latin words of Gregorian chants were gradually 'Japanized' during the 200 years of hidden practice of the Christian faith. That music forms the basis ofGloriosa."I. OratioThe Gregorian chant "Gloriosa" begins with the words, "O gloriosa Domina excelsa super sidera que te creavit provide lactasti sacro ubere." The first movement Oratio opens with bells sounding the hymn's initial phrases. The movement as a whole evokesthe fervent prayers and suffering of the Crypto-Christians.II. CantusThe second movement, Cantus showcases a brilliant blend of Gregorian chant and Japanese elements by opening with a solo passage for the ryuteki, a type of flute. The theme is based on San Juan-sama no Uta (The Song of Saint John), a 17th-century songcommemorating the "Great Martyrdom of Nagasaki" where a number of Kyushu Christians were killed in 1622.II. Dies FestusThe third and final movement, Dies Festus, takes as its theme the Nagasaki folk song, Nagasaki Bura Bura Bushi, where many Crypto-Christians lived.Gloriosa, fusing Gregorian chant and Japanese folk music, displays the most sophisticated counterpoint yet found in any Japanese composition for wind orchestra.
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£224.99Symphonic Sketches for Clarinet and Bassclarinet - Carl Wittrock
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£165.60Two Symphonic Movements - Vaclav Nelhybel
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Symphonic marches - John Williams
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£79.99Symphonic Prelude Based on Black Is The Color ... - Alfred Reed
Reed - Grades 3-5
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£89.99Symphonic Songs for Band - Robert Russell Bennett
Bennett - Grades 3-5
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£199.99Symphonic Overture - James Barnes
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£57.50Symphonic Chorales - John Moss
Chorale playing is an important element in teaching an ensemble to play with good balance, tone and intonation. This marvelous set of four chorales ranges in musical mood from solemn and reverent to sonorous and vibrant. Beautifully scored, but in a more contemporary style, these chorales will be a wonderful addition to your band's warm-up routine and a welcome alternative to playing the traditional chorales.
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£76.99The Symphonic Beatles
The legendary Beatles have produced some of the biggest hits of all time. From veteran Hollywood and TV writer John Cacavas comes this outstanding showcase that brings several of those hits to the concert stage. Includes: A Hard Day's Night, Yesterday, I Want To Hold Your Hand, Michelle, and Hey Jude.
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