Prelude No. 4 - Johann Sebastian Bach

An exquisite setting of the 4th Prelude from "The Well-Tempered Clavichord". It is the first of the Bach Keyboard works to be transcribed in terms of the modern wind ensemble/concert band, and represents another high point in making available to wind players some of the greatest of Bach's music originally conveived for other media

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Prelude on a German Hymnsong - Matt Conaway

Alternatively sensitive and powerful, this setting will make bands of all ages and abilities shine! Based on a 17th-century German hymn melody, this powerful work by Matt Conaway is at home in both sacred and secular performances. Suitable for ceremonial use, this hymnsong setting is accessible and effective!

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Prelude on a Hymn of Praise - James Curnow

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Prelude On An American Spiritual

A "Graingeresque" treatment of My Lord What a Mornin', Carl Strommen's beautiful prelude is a lushly scored and harmonized selection that will be an excellent piece for teaching linear phrasing, musicianship, good tone production and intonation. This is a strong choice for contest and concert performances. Duration: 5'

Prelude on an Irish Folk Tune - Philip Sparke

The Irish folk tune, which appears towards the end of the piece, is Slane, a hymn tune version of the much older folk melody The Banks of the Bann. In Prelude on an Irish Folk Tune, fragments of the folk tune hint at what is to come later in the piece, but another folk-like tune is predominant. This later acts as a descant to Slane when it finally appears. Add a little Sparke sparkle to any concert with this lovely interlude.

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Prelude on an Old English Hymn - Robert Sheldon

Based on the famous hymn "All Creatures of Our God and King", Robert Sheldon's magnificent composition is an impressive work for better bands. Superb scoring is combined with wonderful writing for mallets and percussion to make this piece an outstanding for contest or concert.

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Prelude on Greensleeves - James L. Hosay

Recognised by many as one of the all-time most beautiful melodies, GREENSLEEVES has long been associated with the Christmas season. The bold and powerful introduction gradually melts away to a tender Woodwind statement of the timeless theme. You'll find a whole new way to look at this Christmas classic as it gradually builds with intriguing harmonies. Rich and rewarding, this well may be the most beautiful new concert band piece you'll discover this year.Pure magic! Don't miss it!

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Prelude on Lobe den Herren - James Curnow

Prelude Opus 3 Nr. 2 - Sergei Rachmaninov

Prelude to 'Ernani' - Giuseppe Verdi