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£211.80Karneval i Paris - Johan S. Svendsen
Johan Svendsen (1840-1911) composed "Carnival in Paris" in 1872, inspired by the energy and vibrancy of the Parisian carnival celebrations. The piece showcases a variety of moods and orchestral colours, ranging from jubilant and playful sections to more lyrical and elegant passages. It is a lively and colourful work that reflects Svendsen's skill in orchestration and his ability to capture vivid, festive atmospheres in music. In "Carnival in Paris", his Nordic musical roots meet the cosmopolitan influences he encountered while living and working in major European cities. The work has become one of Svendsen's most popular and is frequently performed in concert halls and festivals. About My Transcriptions for Wind Bands Ever since I started playing the clarinet at 8 or 9 years old in the school band "Blveisene" in my hometown of Gjvik, playing transcriptions of orchestral music has been a natural part of the repertoire. In regional bands, Norway's National Youth Band, and during my 10 years in a Military band, I played many such transcriptions. These transcriptions often included handwritten parts, masterfully crafted by colleagues in a time when music notation software didn't exist. Similarly, the scores were often incomplete, typically featuring just a solo clarinet part and condensed score in Bb. The transcriptions also contained parts for instruments like the Eb cornet and multiple tenor horns, but no saxophones, which made them less suitable for modern wind bands. The rise of many skilled Concert Bands and the increasing demands for scores and accessibility made me realize that someone needed to preserve this tradition. The reason I've transcribed these works is to ensure that you can play or conduct a repertoire that I believe has a rightful place in Norwegian Wind Band tradition. These transcriptions are my contribution to preserving some of the unique works in Norwegian music literature. Creating a transcription is a complex task, and I believe the score of "Carnival in Paris" is one of the most intricate I've undertaken. The first part of the process involves entering the entire orchestral score into music notation software. This is time-consuming and requires meticulous work. The next step is to check several editions to see if there are any discrepancies. Mistakes are often found in orchestral material, which can lead to further errors in the transcription. After that, I listen to many different recordings while following along with the score, paying attention to how different conductors emphasize balance and timbre. Gradually, I begin to note down passages I believe will work well for wind bands. One particular challenge in this piece is that the woodwinds and strings operate in the same register. In the original, the tonal difference between the strings and winds helps to clarify the individual musical lines. In the transcription, I've tried to address this by separating the lines, for example through octave adjustments, and highlighting them without compromising other aspects. I've also used some mallet percussion to broaden the tonal palette. There are countless decisions to be made to create a product that will hopefully allow future generations of wind band musicians to play this repertoire. - Stig Nordhagen -
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£61.60Hjem til jul (Home for Christmas) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Nilsen, Terje - Heimdal, Oystein S.
Hjem til Jul (Home for Christmas) is composed by the Norwegian singer/songwriter Terje Nilsen and recorded by him twice. First on the album record Sann and later as an acoustic live version as a duet with singer Eva Trones. This arrangement tries to recreate the calm and warmth of the original, but also to create propulsion and flow. It's important to focus on the dynamics throughout the pieces. The arrangement is a great opportunity to work on balance, timbre and interaction of the band. Duration: 3.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.00Hyldningsmarsj fra Sigurd Jorsalfar (Homage March from Sigurd Jorsalfar) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Grieg, Edvard - Heimdal, Oystein S.
Edvard Hagerup Grieg (1843-1907) is the most important, national-romantic composer from Norway. He is also the most famous Norwegian composer abroad. He composed the stage music for "Sigurd Jorsalfar" in 1872. He edited three of the movements from "Sigurd Jorsalfar" in 1892 and published the as "Sigurd Jorsalfar Suite" in 1892. This arrangement of the famous Homage March-movement feature the opening theme and the closing sequence a bit simplified. A very fine piece to focus on sound development, phrasing, balance and dynamics. Duration: 3.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.00Take on Me (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Heimdal, Oystein S.
Take On Me" was the very first No. 1 hit by Norwegian popband a-ha. It was recorded in 1984 and became a huge success in 1985 in both UK and the United States. The music video vas very innovative. It was broadcasted a lot on MTV which was very important for the great success. This arrangement is challenging for all parts, both in terms of melodic and rhythmic challenges. Duration: 2.50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95Mouthpiece Mania (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Mahorn, Ware S.
From the sublime to the "you know what"! The melodies are from classic literature, but you can be guaranteed that the performance is not. Your entire trumpet section performs sans instruments (yes, mouthpieces only)! Your audiences will react as never before. Just see if even you can keep a straight face (and think of all the money that can be saved not having to use valve oil)! Duration: 2.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£40.95APPALACHIAN WHISPER (Windependence) - McDonel, Jennifer S.
Written in the tradition of Appalachian folk music, the simplicity of the scoring and flexibility of instrumentation makes this an ideal choice for young ensembles. The delightful melody is passed around from section to section creating melodic interest for the players and your audience. The optional lyrics that are included allow the addition of a soloist or small choral ensemble to enhance the overall effect of this charming setting. (3:15)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95...At Twilight - Tyler S. Grant
The peaceful melodies of this beautiful lyrical work are an ideal way to showcase the musicality of your developing ensemble. Extremely modest ranges allow directors to focus on line, tone and musical maturity. Beautiful music that will move your audience deeply. (2:30)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£58.50Epic Venture - Tyler S. Grant
This vibrant and colorful fanfare for young bands is based around a single melodic idea while the surrounding textures constantly change and grow in complexity. Beginning with a declarative fanfare, the music takes the listener on a journey across the Atlantic along with early European settlers on their way to North America. A powerful opener that will not overly tax your musicians!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£58.50Shimmering Joy - Tyler S Grant
This colorful and energetic fanfare projects confidence, power and stability. While extremely playable, the music has a complexity to it that will stun audiences as the ensemble elicits brilliant textures and harmonies. A wonderful addition to the repertoire that will announce your concert with authority!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£62.95Castle Gate, 1924 - Tyler S. Grant
This dramatic work portrays the events in Castle Gate, Utah; a coal mining town that was rocked by a series of explosions in 1924. Young composer Grant tells the epic story of disaster and also reflects the legend left behind by the miners. Powerful and adventurous, this is an ideal opportunity for students to experience music written by one of their peers!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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