Fantasia on Christmas Comes Anew (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Story, Michael

Christmas Comes Anew, also known as Noel Nouvelet and Sing We Now of Christmas, is a popular French carol written in the early 1500s. Michael Story's fantasia setting will be sure to bring a holiday smile to the faces of all!Duration: 2.10

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Fantasia on Greensleeves (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Vaughan Williams, Ralph - Wagner, Douglas E.

Most recently used as a part of the royal wedding service, this arrangement is certain to add an inviting, lush selection to your winter concert that will warm the hearts of all! Douglas Wagner's cherished new rendition of this time-honoured classic is sure to be a welcomed addition to the standard Christmas repertoire.Duration: 5.00

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Fantasia on O Holy Night (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - McBride, Jonathan

Audiences will marvel at this commanding setting of the traditional carol, "Fantasia on O Holy Night." Preserving the familiar melody throughout, original countermelodies breathe new life into this beloved holiday carol. Interwoven melodies and countermelodies present playable and unique musical moments that each section of your band will enjoy. From the powerful opening chords, to the flowing statement of the carol, through to the rousing and forceful conclusion, this piece will be a memorable and original addition to any holiday concert. Exceptional! Duration: 2.30

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Fantasia on Silent Night

A colorful and romantic adaptation of Franz Gruber's famous Christmas melody, interweaving fanciful jazz harmony with a touch of passionate dissonance. This fantasia explores the wide variety of flavors afforded by the concert band and, while not too technically challenging, provides your players with an exercise in ensemble cohesion.

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Fantasia on the Alleluia Hymn (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Jacob, Gordon - Wagner, Douglas E.

A recognised authority on the history and practical application of orchestration through all musical periods, Gordon Jacob's free flowing pen amassed an impressive and eclectic catalogue of works. "Fantasia on the Alleluia Hymn" is a resplendent setting of the 17th century hymn tune "Lasst Uns Erfreuen," commonly paired with the hymn "All Creatures of Our God and King." The full spectrum of musical emotion is displayed in this stellar work, which leads the listener from quiet introspection to unbridled joy as it unfolds.Duration: 6:30

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Fantasia on the Dargason (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Holst, Gustav - Story, Michael

Michael Story has skilfully re-scored the finale from Holst's Second Suite in F making the combination of "Dargason Dance" and "Greensleeves" approachable for young band. The key signature is better suited for this level and the variations have been mildly adapted for accessibility. The energy of the original has been retained.Duration: 3:00

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Fantasia on the Dargason (Mvt IV from Second Suite in F) (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Holst, Gustav - Stanton, Scott

Scott Stanton's arrangement of this classic Gustav Holst band composition now makes Holst's entire Second Suite in F available in the Build-A-Band format. Playable with any instrumentation as long as you have the four main parts covered by the instrument of your choice, the arrangement includes optional piano, guitar, mallet percussion and percussion parts. Now bands with extreme instrumentation problems or groups of very small size can experience performing this staple of the concert band repertoire. A true classic!Duration: 2.45

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Fantasia on Three Ships (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Story, Michael

Exploration of the traditional carol begins with the clarinets and the journey continues through several variations arriving back at the familiar melody in grandiose style. A vibrant holiday selection. Duration: 2.15

Fantasia on We Three Kings (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Bullock, Jack

Carols are an important part of the holiday season. While most are very hymn-like, they are revered for their simplicity and the meaning of the occasion. Fantasia On We Three Kings is just such a piece. This stunning arrangement for concert band begins from afar with distant percussion, builds to a rich bold statement of the carol, and then fades once again into the distance. Very moving!Duration: 3:15

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Fantasia on Welsh Nursery Tunes (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Williams, Grace - Jones, William A.

Grace Williams (1906 - 1977) from Barry, South Wales, was Wales finest composer. She studied composition at the Royal College of Music with Ralph Vaughan Williams and completed the Fantasia on Welsh Nursery Tunes in 1940. The iconic Fantasia, - her most popular work, which brought her to prominence - is a composition for symphonic orchestra based on traditional Welsh nursery tunes and lullabies.It is a light-hearted musical journey through childhood in eight traditional tunes. The jubilant start to the work is echoed in the finale, with a calmer, but effectively scored middle section.The Fantasia was featured in the 2024 Last Night of the Proms. This first Wind Band arrangement received its world premiere by Chalfont Wind Band April 1 2023.Melodies used include:There's Mam coming (Dacw Mam yn Dwad)The Bittern (Deryn y Bwn)Migildi, Magildi (nonsense words imitating the sound of a hammer on an anvil)Sleep my baby (Si lwli mabi)Gee-up, little horse (Gee Ceffyl Bach)Sleep, my pretty child) (Cysga Di, Fy Mhlentyn Tlws)Where are you going, my pretty maid? (Yr Eneth Ffein Ddu)Summer Katie (Cadi Ha)Duration: 11 minutes

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