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£149.99A Nottingham Festival - Philip Sparke
This celebratory work, which Philip Sparke wrote for the 20th anniversary of the Nottingham Concert Band, starts with a hymn-like theme played as a fanfare in the brass. With a change of mood from 'solemn' to 'merry' and back to 'majestic', together with an unusual orchestration, in which may different instruments feature and in which at points the entire wind orchestra shimmers in tutti passages, A Nottingham Festival is a real pleasure for musicians and public alike.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£64.99The Free Lance March - John Philip Sousa
Composed in 1905, this classic and sophisticated march by John Philip Sousa is unique from the standpoint of opening in 6/8, then switching to 2/4 midway. Jay Bocook has skillfully adapted this distinctive march for contemporaryensembles. Dur: 4:00.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£306.99Sinfonietta No. 4 - Philip Sparke
Philip Sparke's Sinfonietta No. 4 is comprised of three parts that are played as an uninterrupted whole. The _x005F_x001F_first movement begins with a lyrical fugato passage, framing a brisker and more rhythmical middle section. The second movement is slower and contains a long and expressive euphonium solo. The third movement is a salute to the sponsor of this commission: various percussion instruments conjure up sounds reminiscent of a carpenter's workshop, accompanied by a unison orchestral passage in a scat style.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£176.50Of Skies, Rivers, Lakes and Mountains - Philip Sparke
Philip Sparke entitled this descriptive work in honour of America's natural wonders with lines from the hymn America the Beautiful: O Beautiful the Spacious Skies is as light as a spring sky, From Sea to Shining Sea describes calm,flowing and bubbling waters, while in the third movement, For Purple Majestic Mountains, the glowing hues of the mountains are set to music.
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£206.99The Seasons - Philip Sparke
In this exciting four-movement suite Philip Sparke has taken the yearly cycle to inspire the framework for the work. Spring Sunshine describe a bright spring morning, Summer Siesta conjures up a quiet rest by a river on a hot summer afternoon. Autumn Alone heralds the approaching dark days of winter and Winter Winds brings the work to a close as it portrays stormy winter weather in all its fury and glory. This work of great contrast is sure to become a favourite in your concert repertoire.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£87.99Processional - Philip Sparke
Philip Sparke composed Processional as a wedding present for two of his friends. It is an extremely versatile piece as it can be played simply as a concert piece but has been designed specifically for occasions such as weddings or graduation ceremonies, where its duration can be altered according to your needs. A must for any ceremonial occasion.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£164.99Overture for a Special Occasion - Philip Sparke
The special occasion that Philip Sparke was honoured to write this piece for was the 200th anniversary of the Stadtmusik Bad Sckingen. Since Bad Sckingen is known as the 'Trompeterstadt', or trumpeter city, Sparke's creative process was influenced by Joseph Victor Scheffel's poem, Der Trompeter von Sckingen (The Trumpeter from Sckingen), which is based on a true story. The overture starts with a majestic fanfare, followed by a lively molto vivace. It is joined by a brilliant trumpet call in honour of the city's famous resident.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£69.10The Fairest of the Fair - John Philip Sousa
One of Sousa's most outstanding marches in a brand new edition created from the original Sousa Band's traveling parts. Includes extensive program notes and performance suggestions and authorized by "John Philip Sousa, Inc., the Sousa family corporation.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£60.99Washington Post March - John Philip Sousa
This lively 6/8 march from John Philip Sousa remains one of his best-known and most performed marches. While keeping the essence of the original intact, Jay Bocook does a masterful job of adjusting the instrumentation and rangesto be playable by just about any young band. An American classic that's perfect for any program! Dur: 2:30 (Grade 3)
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£152.99Albion Heritage - Philip Sparke
Comissioned to write a patriotic piece, Albion Heritage is a folk song fantasy by Philip Sparke, based on melodies originating across various British Islands. Songs include: Brighton Camp from England, O Waly, Waly from Scotland, and the famous Men of Harlech from Wales. Albion Heritage is a stunning and enjoyable arrangement sure to stir up patriotic pride in every performance!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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