Odysseia (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Aulio, Maxime

Washed up on the Phaeacian shore after a shipwreck, Odysseus is introduced to King Alcinous. As he sits in the palace, he tells the Phaeacians of his wanderings since leaving Troy. Odysseus and his men fi rst landed on the island of the Cicones where they sacked the city of Ismarus. From there, great storms swept them to the land of the hospitable Lotus Eaters. Then they sailed to the land of the Cyclopes. Odysseus and twelve of his men entered the cave of Polyphemus. After the single-eyed giant made handfuls of his men into meals, Odysseus fi nally defeated him. He got him drunk and once he had fallen asleep, he and his men stabbed a glowing spike into the Cyclop's single eye, completely blinding him. They escaped by clinging to the bellies of some sheep. Once aboard, Odysseus taunted the Cyclop by revealing him his true identity. Enraged, Polyphemus hurled rocks at the ship, trying to sink it. After leaving the Cyclopes' island, they arrived at the home of Aeolus, ruler of the winds. Aeolus off ered Odysseus a bag trapping all the strong winds within except one - the one which would take him straight back to Ithaca. As the ship came within sight of Ithaca, the crewmen, curious about the bag, decided to open it. The winds escaped and stirred up a storm. Odysseus and his crew came to the land of the cannibalistic Laestrygonians, who sank all but one of the ships. The survivors went next to Aeaea, the island of the witch-goddess Circe. Odysseus sent out a scouting party but Circe turned them into pigs. With the help of an antidote the god Hermes had given him, Odysseus managed to overpower the goddess and forced her to change his men back to human form. When it was time for Odysseus to leave, Circe told him to sail to the realm of the dead to speak with the spirit of the seer Tiresias. One day's sailing took them to the land of the Cimmerians. There, he performed sacrifi ces to attract the souls of the dead. Tiresias told him what would happen to him next. He then got to talk with his mother, Anticleia, and met the spirits of Agamemnon, Achilles, Patroclus, Antilochus, Ajax and others. He then saw the souls of the damned Tityos, Tantalus, and Sisyphus. Odysseus soon found himself mobbed by souls. He became frightened, ran back to his ship, and sailed away. While back at Aeaea, Circe told him about the dangers he would have to face on his way back home. She advised him to avoid hearing the song of the Sirens; but if he really felt he had to hear, then he should be tied to the mast of the ship, which he did. Odysseus then successfully steered his crew past Charybdis (a violent whirlpool) and Scylla (a multiple-headed monster), but Scylla managed to devour six of his men. Finally, Odysseus and his surviving crew approached the island where the Sun god kept sacred cattle. Odysseus wanted to sail past, but the crewmen persuaded him to let them rest there. Odysseus passed Circe's counsel on to his men. Once he had fallen asleep, his men impiously killed and ate some of the cattle. When the Sun god found out, he asked Zeus to punish them. Shortly after they set sail from the island, Zeus destroyed the ship and all the men died except for Odysseus. After ten days, Odysseus was washed up on the island of the nymph Calypso.

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Odyssey (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

Noted composer of film and television, Jay Chattaway composed this powerful and gallant concert march which effectively recalls the glory and adventure of the tall sailing ships. Your band and audiences will love this impressive best-seller!

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Odyssey (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Curnow, James

Duration: 9.00

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Of A Distant Star

Based on a poem by the composer, this piece for better bands displays both sensitive and exciting writing. Contrasting the power and excitement of the entire concert band in its full glory to the beauty and tenderness of the rubato section featuring solo woodwinds, this distinctive piece is wonderful material for concert or contest use.

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Of a Rose, a Lovely Rose (from Magnificat) (Concert Band with Optional Choir - Score and Parts) - Rutter, John - Noble, Paul

Magnificat anima mea (My soul doth magnify The Lord) is the first of seven movements comprising John Rutter's setting of the biblical canticle Magnifica, completed in 1990. Rutter was inspired by jubilant celebrations of Mary in Hispanic cultures and conceived the work as a bright Latin-flavoured fiesta. In countries such as Spain, Mexico and Puerto Rico, feast days of the Virgin are joyous opportunities to take to the streets and celebrate with singing, dancing and processions. This arrangement for combined Concert Band and Chorus may also be performed by band alone, and is a faithful representation of the original composition.

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Of Castles And Kings (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

Rob Romeyn's imaginative work for young band is a bold, regal opener for any concert or festival program. A heroic opening fanfare introduces a memorable, flowing melodic theme reminiscent of medieval times. Varied styles and textures enhance interest and offer many teaching opportunities. Solidly and sensibly scored to maximize the sound of your developing young band. Don't miss this outstanding addition to the Rising Band repertoire!

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Of Castles and Legends (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

The programmatic composition Of Castles and Legends is basedon the German legend of the white maiden who lived in the smallcity of Volkmarsen. It tells the tale of invading evil knights whokidnap a beautiful maiden, who through sheer panic commandedher spirit into the hands of God and by jumping into the abyss fromthe highest tower of the castle where she was being held. Fromthat day onward, she appeared from time to time, in shiny whitegarments, a sign of eternal heavenly joy. A fantastically descriptivepiece which portrays this tragic legend through the power of music. 10:00

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Of Clipper Ships And Sailors (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Bulla, Stephen

A beautiful carol presented in three verse settings. Although ideal for holiday programs, this enchanting arrangement is so good you'll want to use it one other programs as well. Exceptionally fine writing.

Of Courage And Valor

This beautiful tone poem is a tribute to the thousands of military men and women who put their lives on the line every day in service to their country. Very playable, yet strikingly poignant and effective, it's also a perfect tool for teaching your young musicians the art of lyrical performance. "Of Courage and Valor" has "winner" written all over it!

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Of Days Gone By (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Slater, Mark D.

Here is a beautiful ballad allowing bands to showcase their musicianship. A reflective and sensitive melody leads to a heroic climax contrasted by a secondary woodwind theme. Delicate percussion scoring enhances the composition. Duration: 4.30

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