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£64.50A Quiet Music - Douglas E. Wagner
This flowing work commences with dignity and charm. The teaching possibilities, such as legato, control, and dynamic shadings, are limitless. As rewarding to play as it is to hear, "A Quiet Music" will present programming opportunities year after year. Enjoy the seamless flow of the pensive melody and harmony in the fabric of this cherished work! (4:11) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£53.95Willow, Willow - Percy Aldridge Grainger / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
The first of Grainger's settings of songs and tunes from William Chappell's "Old English Popular Music," this intense musical ballad offers the listener a languid and emotionally charged adaptation of Desdemona's song from Shakespeare's . (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£46.95Engines of Change - Douglas E. Wagner
Change is inevitable. Developing slowly, as it does in the human existence, this original piece is punctuated with additive melodic fragments that establish the foundation for a dramatic musical transformation. Bold and satisfying, this will have them counting like pros! (2:00)
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£66.95Christmas Winds (Overture)
When the joy of the holidays begins to sprinkle down on all of us, we know that the annual concert is near. Douglas Wagner samples some of the great traditional carols including HARK! THE HERALD ANGELS SING, WHILE BY MY SHEEP (THE ECHO CAROL), GOD REST YE MERRY, GENTLEMEN, PATAPAN, STILL, STILL, STILL and ANGELS WE HAVE HEARD ON HIGH to focus this superior holiday offering. Give your audience the melodies they want to hear in this very special, sparkling setting. (4:18)
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£62.95Festival Procession - Richard Strauss / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
Originally composed in 1909 to be included in one of the ceremonies of the Knights of St. John with a bold outside instrumentation, Strauss later scored the work for full orchestra. As the title implies, Douglas Wagner's condensed arrangement presents major themes in a concert setting for the first time for concert band that may also appropriately be used during a commencement ceremony or any occasion that involves a procession. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£66.95Doctor Who - Ron Grainer / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
Beginning with the first episode aired by the BBC in November of 1963, Whovians have been riveted to the adventures of The Doctor and, The Doctor always (or nearly always) triumphs. The instantly recognizable opening theme was a bit ahead of its time however, Ron Grainer's original music and initial concept in 12/8 has remained virtually unchanged through the decades. A musical adventure for generations! (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£64.95December Joy
Arranged by Douglas E. Wagner, three well-known secular carol tunes are showcased in this big and brassy, bright and flashy seasonal extravaganza, especially suited as a concert opener. Beginning with a cascade of chimes, soaring woodwind runs, and bold brass lines, "Deck the Hall" and "Here We Come A-Caroling" are presented with dynamic flair, interspersed with brief fanfare-like episodes. The mood transitions to a jaunting sleigh ride across the winter landscape, partnering the second time through with "Jingle Bells," as the spirited celebration closes with a short coda, drawn from musical materials heard in the opening measures of the work. (2:55) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£61.95Two Movements from William Byrd Suite - Gordon Jacob / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
Of all of Gordon Jacob's major contributions to the British wind band repertoire, the (written in 1923) stands as his most-often programmed work. Though originally based on six movements from William Byrd's , this setting for developing band incorporates two contrasting movements including "The Earle of Oxford's Marche" and "Wolsey's Wilde." Like Jacob's wind band work, the music is not a mere transcription from the original keyboard collection, but rather stylized with his own inventive musical spirit for modern concert band. A wealth of material here that opens doors to teachable moments as musical textures---dynamic contrasts, articulations, scoring options---are continually changing. Bravo! (2:33) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£80.95Slava
Once the Russian National Anthem, this hymn has a rich tradition dating back five centuries. This magnificent tune has been masterfully arranged by Douglas Wagner, who incorporates Rimsky-Korsakov's original orchestra and mixed choir voicing into the fabric of this wind band score while maintaining the integrity and spirit of the original. The dignified melodic statement follows a regal fanfare-like introduction. Be certain to include this terrific program music on your first concert performance. (4:30)
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£53.95Brother James' Air - James Leith MacBeth Bain / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
The melody moves between voices and the harmonic structuring shifts with an energy all its own, skillfully exhibiting marvelous suspensions and their satisfying resolutions. Technical demands are truly minimal. While it is written for beginning band, this is one of those rare compositions that will find a deserved place in the repertoires of bands at all skill levels. Hauntingly beautiful! (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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