PALACE RHAPSODY, The (Novello Symphonic) Extra Score - Sallinen, Aulis

Extra score. Op.72 for winds, percussion, harp and piano. This band work is based on the composer's opera, The Palace, deriving the composition in rhapsodic form from some of the main themes of the opera. While the score includes many of Sallinen's most infectious melodies, the undertones are ominous as the occupants of the Palace transfer power from one dictator to an equally totalitarian authority. Duration: 16 mins.

Paladin (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Houben, Kevin

Paladin (heroic knight) was written for the music society De Heibloem from Meeuwen, Belgium and tells the story of the disastrous Saint Nicholas Day of 1648. In the first half of the seventeenth century, the mercenary armies of Karel van Lorreinen terrorised several villages in the province of Limburg. Between 1,500 and 1,600 farmers gathered in Peer on December 6, 1648, to battle against the cruel mercenaries who looted and burned down their villages. The brave farmers did not stand a chance and were ambushed in Meeuwen and within quarter of an hour there were four hundred fatalities and at least as many wounded. In history books, this encounter is referred to as the shortest battle ever. A truly heroic work suitable for all concert programmes.Duration: 7:15

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Palestrina Suite (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Palestrina, Giovanni - Moss, John

Hymns by Giovanni de Palestrina pre-date those of Bach by over a century and incorporate the great polyphonic tradition of Renaissance writing. The compositions used in this suite are from a collection published in 1589 titled Hymns of the Entire Year, and incorporate antiphonal choral effects that lend themselves particularly well to instrumental settings. John Moss uses richly contrasting tone colours and textures as well as characteristic modal tonalities in this wonderful setting for band.Duration: 3.30

Palimpsest

An ambitious composition based on an ancient psalm-chant that the composer heard sung by a group of monks in Europe. Elements from the chant are used in a variety of ways creating a wide range of textures and moods until the chant reappears at the end of the piece scored for the full ensemble. Unique and challenging!

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PALLADIO (Young Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Jenkins, Karl - Longfield, Robert

Although this composition sounds like it came straight out of the Baroque period, it is actually the first movement of a suite written in 1996 by Karl Jenkins. Instantly recognized as the "diamond commercial" theme, its relentless pulse and dramatic nature make it a natural for bands. Robert Longfield's skilled arrangement puts it within reach of most groups. (2:45)

PALOMA BLANCA (Intermediate Concert Band) - Bouwens, Johannes - Parson, Ted

Duration: 2:55

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Palustrus (Percussion Ensemble with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Clark, N. Alan

Palustrus, for percussion ensemble and band, is based on two musical ideas. The first, a figure of two 16th notes, is introduced alluding to tiny seedlings as they sprout from the fertile earth. This figure quickly grows in frequency and density, then spreads into the second idea using a series of diatonic patterns. "Palustrus" is a medium-difficult, but attainable technical challenge in a diatonic setting. Splashes of dissonance in the winds support the active and exciting percussion ensemble statements throughout. Highly recommended for programs with a larger percussion section! Duration: 2.45

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Pan American

An impressive new arrangement by Andy Clark of one of Karl L. King's most distinctive marches. This arrangement retains all of the charm and Spanish flavor of the original while it utilizes a reduced instrumentation which makes it sound great with smaller bands. An outstanding choice for concert or contest performances. Very highly recommended!

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Pan, Highlights from (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Powell, John - Wagner, Douglas E.

As a prequel to James Matthew Barrie's classic Peter Pan (The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up), director Joe Wright's fantasy adventure film is full of all the swashbuckling action and tender emotional moments that anyone who has read the book would expect. Included in this delightful John Powell film-score medley are the "Opening Overture," "Mine Escape," "Pirates vs. Natives vs. Heroes vs. Chickens," "Transfiguration," and "Fetching the Boys." Powerful!Duration: 3:45

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Panache (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Fraser, Bruce

The work has a military feel in the opening fanfare, but settles down to an angular melody with frequent changes in time signature. The middle section should be played expressively and maintain a good flow. The speed of the Allegro is most likely to be determined by the agility of the trombone section in the unison running quavers. There is the possibility of adding extra drummers near the end - a drum corps was used behind the Band in the first performance making a stunning effect.