Postcard from the Arctic - Dirk Brossé

Sir Dirk Bross, music director at the Philadelphia Chamber Orchestra, is a versatile composer of orchestral and symphonic repertoire, chamber music, film & musical. His compositions are performed worldwide by the most prominent orchestras and soloists. About the new series of 10 "Musical Postcards" for wind band, Dirk says the following: "Composing is a commitment; it is my life's mission. For me composing means creating a vacuum around myself and allowing myself to be submerged by impressions. It is a continual struggle between fantasy and reality, between dream and reality. Out of chaos of sounds and emotions I try to order my thoughts by juggling shreds of melodies, original chords, striking sound colours and alternating rhythms. Melody, harmony, rhythm and sound colours are finally balanced to generate a harmonious universe. This series of ten 'Musical Postcards' are a reflection of my travels, thoughts, discoveries and musical career so far, which has brought me around the globe. I look forward to you joining me on this voyage of discovery..."

Postcard From Vienna - Dirk Brossé

Sir Dirk Bross, music director at the Philadelphia Chamber Orchestra, is a versatile composer of orchestral and symphonic repertoire, chamber music, film & musical. His compositions are performed worldwide by the most prominent orchestras and soloists. About the new series of 10 "Musical Postcards" for wind band, Dirk says the following: "Composing is a commitment; it is my life's mission. For me composing means creating a vacuum around myself and allowing myself to be submerged by impressions. It is a continual struggle between fantasy and reality, between dream and reality. Out of chaos of sounds and emotions I try to order my thoughts by juggling shreds of melodies, original chords, striking sound colours and alternating rhythms. Melody, harmony, rhythm and sound colours are finally balanced to generate a harmonious universe. This series of ten 'Musical Postcards' are a reflection of my travels, thoughts, discoveries and musical career so far, which has brought me around the globe. I look forward to you joining me on this voyage of discovery..."

Postcards from Tomorrow - Gauthier Dupertuis

During their childhood, some people have the tradition to put their toys, drawings and wishes for the future into a timebox that they bury somewhere to dig up when they are adults. This has inspired Gauthier Dupertuis for the title of this work: Postcards from tomorrow. What wishes would we put in those boxes for the future; what kind of postcards would we send to our grandchildren? To compose this work, Gauthier Dupertuis was also inspired by three pictures that have some symbolic meaning linked to the question above and that give the names to the three movements that make up this piece.The first movement, Abandoned Blockhouses, refers to war and other horrors in the history of humanity, while Pagoda at the Lake, the second movement, was inspired by the pagoda, a religious building whose function is to house the relics of holy people in Asian worship. The third and last movement, Building Bridges, is a call for hope. In July 221, Postcards from Tomorrow was awarded the first prize at the "La Bacchetta d'Oro" international composition contest in Italy.

Posto 9 - Eduardo M. Brito

There are several lifeguard posts on Ipanema beach, the most famous of which is undoubtedly the Ninth. For many decades it has been the main meeting place for Brazilian youth and the favorite spot of many celebrities. Whether for a walk, a sip of fresh coconut water or a beautiful sunset, everything is even more beautiful with the "Morro Dois Irm�os" for company.Bring a beach towel and sunscreen and join us on a tropical journey to Ipanema's "Posto 9" beach.

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Potential - Melton

A welcome debut work from composer Andrew Melton, "Potential" is a delightful "change of pace" selection for developing bands. Rhythmic motives underlay bright melodic passages which move throughout the band, giving every section the opportunity to show their "Potential." A solid choice for concert or festival use, musicians and audiences will enjoy this fresh-sounding contemporary work.

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Potomac Heritage - J. Taylor

This excellent overture was written to evoke the majestic aura of the monuments and memorials in our Nation's Capitol. It will be an outstanding choice for contest or concert programming.

Potomac Sunrise - Victor Lopez

Pouic-Pouic - Jean-Michel Defaye

Poupe de Cire, Poupe de Son - France Galle

Pour un flirt - Michel Delpech