Vilia - Lehar, Franz

Franz Lehar's famous melody from "The Merry Widow'' lovingly treated by Alfred Reed for the Barnhouse Classics For Band Series, according to the full-length version found in the operetta score itself. One of the most beloved of all romantic songs from the vast library of Viennese operetta!

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Vilja-Lied Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

Franz Leh?r was born in Kom?rom, Hungary on 30th April 1870. From the age of fifteen he received composition and violin lessons at the Prague conservatory from Anton?n Dvor?k. In 1905 he composed The Merry Widow which became an instant worldwide success. The libretto of this operetta provides a succession of intimate arias and duets with festive ensembles. The Vilja-Lied is one of these arias. In this edition for concert band all the poignant beauty of the original remains. 0:03:00

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Villages (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael

Calling for the band to be divided into four separate ensembles (and spread apart if space permits), Villages explores a wide range of harmonic and rhythmic interplay between each of these musical villages. The opening creates a dense canopy of sound, out of which the unique identity of each group variously emerges then melts back into the texture. As the fast pace continues, melodic fragments are bounced from group to group with interjections from the percussion. A slower lyric section provides contrast before the frantic pace returns leading to the exciting conclusion. Innovative in its conception, this stunning work will expose your students and audience to dramatically new sounds for band!Duration: 8:15

Villariacum (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Hadermann, Jan

Villariacum is Roman for the town 'Wilrijk' (Belgium) and was composed for its 1250th Anniversary. This work is all about this celebration and is a kind of musical tour through the beautiful town. A splendid work suitable for either a concert or contest piece! Duration: 12.30

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Violento (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lopez, Victor

Give your students the opportunity of playing a piece for beginning band that is upbeat and full of excitement! Violento is an original beginning band composition by veteran composer Victor Lopez. This exciting work is a forceful and rhythmically driven composition that sounds more difficult than written. A mixture of the danzon, Cuba's unique genre of song and dance, and basic rhythmic interplay give this piece a unique touch. The inclusive, simple, and repetitious rhythmic patterns will certainly make an energetic statement at your next concert. Duration: 2.00

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Viper (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Bocook, Jay

Paying tribute to the storied F-16 Fighting Falcon jet fighter (known to pilots as the "Viper" and flown by the USAF Thunderbirds), this unique and fresh-sounding overture from Jay Bocook is characterised by bold harmonies and driving rhythmic patterns. The opening slow section sets a mood of anticipation with dark sonorities and brief solos, followed by the fast section which contrasts a striking melody with moments of angular intensity.Duration: 3:20

Virginia Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

This expressive piece depicts three periods that play an important role in the history of the American state of Virginia, the colonization, slavery, and the American Civil War. The first movement describes the adventures and hardships of the first colonists through lively American sounding themes.The expressive slow movement, in which a melancholic minor theme forms the starting point, depicts, with clever use of blues elements, the oppressed slaves on the tobacco plantation. This is followed by a illustration of the Civil War, heralded by ceremonial figures from the brass section. The work is brought to a close with a slow but optimistic theme heralding hope for the future. 0:09:10

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VIRTUOSITY (Trumpet Solo with Concert Band) - Baker, Kenny - Schyns, Jose

American Grade 4

Virtuoso (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

Virtuosi consists of a single movement divided into two continuous sections, each characterised by a particular mood. The opening section creates a serene and mysterious atmosphere with the clarinets introducing a warm, smooth melody which naturally flows towards a passage containing much ornamentation. A calmato brings the first section to a close, giving the soloist the opportunity to reveal the warm tones of the low chalumeau register. The second section begins with a sequence of rhythmic, dynamic sound effects which lead into a virtuoso passage from the soloist. The lively passage then softens to let a short theme introduce the majestic and brilliant finale. 08:00

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Vision of Hope

A perfect opener for festival or contest performances! "Vision of Hope" is a celebratory fanfare that evokes images of optimism and grandeur. The stately main theme is accompanied by sparkling motives in the upper winds and driving rhythm in the percussion. A reflective lyrical section, featuring stunning countermelodies and solo trumpet, leads to a powerful ending that will leave audiences in awe. Variety of colors and tonicizations will feature your ensemble's versatility and challenge young performers. Enhance your performance with the optional, but breathtaking piano part. An astounding work!

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