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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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£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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£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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£53.95Westwood Trail - Douglas E. Wagner
Your audience will experience the Old West and all the imagery that follows when they hear WESTWOOD TRAIL. With sonorities that are indeed fresh and melodic lines that move beautifully (with an occasional 'twist'), this distinctive new concert march moves boldly onto the scene. Bands and marches are made for each other, and this terrific piece jumps to the top of the list! (2:10)
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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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£52.95Happy Birthday, Ludwig - Ludwig van Beethoven / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
A celebration of the 250th anniversary of the birth of iconic composer Ludwig van Beethoven. This cleverly inspired arrangement stylistically intertwines strains from three of his most popular works with the traditional "Happy Birthday to You." Intuitive fermatas and familiar meter changes provide teaching opportunities, and the initial statement of "Happy Birthday" is ideal to keep in the folders should a planned or impromptu rendition be needed. A quarter millennium of popularity! (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£53.95North Country Celebration - Douglas E. Wagner
With a theme that is reminiscent of an English Morris Dance tune, this cheerful original is scored to lie easily under the fingers of beginning wind players. Cast in a modified rondo form, ample doublings and rich chord voicings help to achieve a solid top-to-bottom ensemble sound. Subtle articulations and dynamic nuances add just the right dash of color in this musically satisfying offering for concert audiences. Bravo! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£70.50Folk Songs from the British Isles
In four contrasting traditional themes, Douglas Wagner has captured the essence in his . Including "A-Rovin'," "Early One Morning," "Barbara Allen" and "The Lincolnshire Poacher," the variety of these cherished melodies flow from the fanfare-like introduction to emotionally charged-lilting charm. Solidly scored for contemporary concert band in a most musical fashion, this is sure to be a frequent selection for contest, festival, and band concerts. (4:00)
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£37.95Folk Fest
Combining two classics, Douglas E. Wagner has crafted this charming duo for performers with less than a year of instruction. This setting will make your band sound big and polished while using primarily five and occasionally six notes to perform and . Rich and full with a brief counterpunctual statement, this one is a winner. 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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