WIND WORKS (Ralph Vaughan Williams) - Mitchell, Jon Ceander

This exciting new work by one of today's most highly regarding music scholars, brings new light to the more than two dozen works by Ralph Vaughan Williams for military band, brass band and wind ensemble. Vaughan Williams' unique relationship with fellow composer Gustav Holst is examined as well as his relationships with personnel at the Royal Military School of Music, the BBC and the Salvation Army. There's much more to this hard-to-put-down volume for conductors, performers, students and aficionados! Soft cover. 176 pages.

Windemere (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

Bright, bold and easy to prepare. This exceptional concert march from the composer of "Noble Heritage" and "Maxium" is a sure fire winner.

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

Windfall should be taken at a steady march tempo, with full note values and is a useful piece for developing a good band sound. Dynamic changes are particularly important to avoid monotony in the overall sound and young players are introduced to the concept of D.C. al fine.Titles in the Prelude Series are specifically scored for bands with few, if any, bass instruments but will sound well on larger ensembles. The bass line is playable by any combination of bass clarinet, bassoon, baritone saxophone, trombone, euphonium or tuba; in the event that none of these is available, the part for trombone/euphonium (B flat TC) can be played by tenor saxophone. The tuned percussion part is entirely optional and can be played by any available instrument(s). Each piece also includes a preliminary exercise. This is always in the same key as the accompanying piece and consists of a scale and chord progression that can be used for improving ensemble, balance, intonation and instrumental facility by changing tempo, articulation and dynamics.Duration: 3:00

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Windforce (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Wagner, Douglas E.

Wind is one of the most important elemental forces in nature. This original work musically captures that energy with bold melodic lines, expansive harmony, and driving rhythms, climaxing with a dramatic accelerando that brings the work to its dramatic conclusion.Duration: 2:00

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Windjammer (Voyage Aboard a Tall Ship) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Buckley, Robert

Windjammers were the last of the great sailing tall ships, and this piece from the pen of Robert Buckley captures the majesty and excitement of these amazing vessels. The voyage begins announced by three solo trumpets surrounding the audience and bouncing musical phrases off one another. The sails are raised, the ship is underway, and the audience is taken on a colourful and exciting musical voyage. This is effective and skilfully scored programmatic music at its best.Duration: 5:45

Windkracht 6 Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

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Windkracht 6: De Liedjes! Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

12:30

Windmania (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Doss, Thomas

Duration: 9.00

Windows of the World (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Graham, Peter

Graham takes us first to Latin America, then to Japan, and onwards to sub- Saharan Africa. We get a gentle reprieve via a nostalgic hint of the British Isles before we land in the melting pot of all styles, the USA. In this final movement the driving swing section is abruptly stopped and a drum cadenza leads us back into the opening Latin music, with hints of the other styles as well. Described by Professor Ron Holz as "a global musical village", stylistic diversity is celebrated, and young musicians have fun while learning to master and embrace the performance practice requirements of each. The six movements 1) Amazonia 2) Rainforest 3) The Rising Sun 4) Drums of Thunder 5) Celtic Dream and 6) Earth Walk can be programmed individually.

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Windpower (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Brand, Michael

he piece evokes the relentless machine-like rhythm of a modern industrial engine powered by air. The machine minder lives next to this world every day, but during his work his mind drifts to more pleasant pursuits; a walk in the park, by the seaside, a summer's day? He live his inner life in a different sphere to his working day but the two can co-exist in harmony.