Excelsior - H. van Mechelen

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Excelsior - Rob Goorhuis

Excelsior was composed by Rob Goorhuis in the year 2000 on the occasion of the 75th anniversary in 2001 of the Amsterdam-based concert-band Jong Excelsior. Excelsior is a one-movement fantasia, consisting of contrasting themes. The first theme (the Excelsior theme) is characterized by angular figures moving in an upward direction. The second theme is playful and humorous in nature. Rob Goorhuis, who was born and bred in Amsterdan, may even have utilized memories of his own juvenile pranks in this second theme. The third theme, which is introduced by the cor anglais is melancholy and melodious. The elements mentioned above interchange in a thoroughlycaptivating manner, which ultimately results in an attractive composition fully capable of adding lustre to an anniversary. Excelsior werd door Rob Goorhuis gecomponeerd ter gelegenheid van het 75-jarig jubileum van muziekvereniging Jong Excelsior te Amsterdam. Excelsior is een doorgecomponeerde fantasie, bestaande uit met elkaar contrasterende themas. Het eerste (Excelsior)thema wordt gekenmerkt door hoekige stijgende figuren. Het tweede thema is speels en humoristisch van karakter. Rob Goorhuis, geboren en getogen Amsterdammer, verwerkte hierin wellicht herinneringen aan de kwajongensstreken uit zijn jeugd in Amsterdam. Het derde thema, ge?ntroduceerd door de Engelse hoorn, is melancholiek en zangerig. Genoemde elementen wisselen elkaar op boeiende wijze af, zodat een attractieve compositie is ontstaan. Dit werk is opgenomen in het Klein repertorium, harmonie - 1e divisie

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Excelsior ! - William Owens

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Excelsior! - James Curnow

With its Latin title translated as onward and upward this brief yet energetic overture for second-year players captures the spirit of adventure found in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's 1841 poem of the same name. The energetic pulseand powerful melodies will engage the imagination of your young players. Dur: 2:20

Excerpts From Appalachian Spring - Aaron Copland

Written in 1943-44 as a ballet for Martha Graham, Appalachian Spring is one of Aaron Copland's most celebrated compositions and winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1945. In this edition for concert band, Robert Longfield has skillfully adapted the most striking and beautiful sections from the orchestral suite. The work ranges in scope from delicate and soloistic to the overpowering force of the full ensemble, culminating with Copland's signature setting of "Simple Gifts".A wonderful opportunity for band members and their audiences to enjoy this beloved music from one of America's pre-eminent composers.

Excerpts from Close Encounters of the Third Kind - John Williams

In a story about friendly extraterrestrial visitors, John Williams' music captures the anticipation and excitement of this blockbuster movie, including the signature five-note motif used to communicate with the alien guests. Thefact that this is one of Mr. Williams' favorite Spielberg films clearly comes across in this unique and masterful soundtrack. Performance time - ca. 7:20

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Excerpts from Far and Away - John Williams

Ron Howard's 1992 film 'Far And Away' starred Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman in a saga of Irish immigration to America in the 1890s. Drawing on the rich tradition of Irish music as inspiration, John Williams uses original themes, but in an Irish style, in creating a sweeping film score that beautifully captures and enhances the moods portrayed in the film. Dur: 7:20.

Excursions - James Curnow

A joyous and exuberant sparkler for your next concert! This bright little bijou from James Curnow is a great way to start the show. It's as inviting as they get and will engage every listener from start to finish.The easy excitement will motivate your Grade 2 band to their iridescent best. For groups playing regularly at a Grade 3 level EXCURSIONS also works well in the program following any heavy major work you may have chosen to perform. It's a perfect way to lighten the mood and recapture those listeners who may be new to the art of listening to larger forms.Use it anywhere, anytime of the year. It'll be quick to prepare, effective in concert, and has much more tooffer educationally than the typical "pop/movie tune" type of fare.Take a look!

Executive Per Clarinetto e Banda - Michele Mangani

Exhale - Sean O'Loughlin

Exhale is a wonderful new soundscape for concert band using dynamics and tiered orchestration to create breathing-like sound effects. Composer Sean O'Loughlin has crafted a festival-worthy overture with a fresh new sound!