Fernando's Fandango (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Huckeby, Ed

In the mood for a lively Spanish tune for your concert? Look no further! Fernando's Fandango is very playable, but will make your young band "sound like a million bucks." Contrasting dynamic styles and simple syncopations make this piece a good teaching tool, yet will have your audience members on their feet asking for more. Very nice!Duration: 1.45

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Festa Paesana Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

Lunteren, a village on the Veluwe (a wooded region in the Netherlands), sets the scene annually for a village festival dominated by folklore. Festa Paesana (Italian for village festival) is set to music by several folkloric sketches. The theme in Festa Paesana is partly based on a Dutch anthem (Wien Neerlands bloed); when other lyrics are used it is also known as the Lunteren anthem.The work begins with a festive introduction, completed by chimes and drums, in which pieces of the Lunteren anthem are heard. The music then transitions to represent a horse auction. We hear horses run their first rounds in the auction ring while being whipped. The following theme is partly based on the anthem. The tension of the traditional auction is amplified by an ever-increasing cadence, reaching its climax when the word ?Sold!? is shouted. The night ends with a majestic variation on the Lunteren anthem.The next morning, when the tower clock hits seven times, the village is awaked by the reveille of the heralds. In a fugatic version of the anthem, we can hear the village slowly come to life. This evolves with the chiming of all towers in the village; the celebration can begin. Carriages drawn by horses rumble through the village and thus, it is easy to hear when a horse hesitates or runs amuck. A traditional folk dance group then dances a whirling waltz while the audience shares their pleasure. Musicians march along the scene and take over the waltz theme in their march. Until deep in the night, the musicians are still heard playing in the streets. Meanwhile, we hear the anthem theme being played in a choral variation (in minor). The first time it is played quietly, as a preparation for Sunday. Then it is played in a celebrating way, enabling the devout village residents to remember the past pleasant celebration with satisfaction. 0:08:10

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Feste Romane Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

Ottorino Respighi was one of the most well known Italian composersfrom the beginning of the twentieth century. His style is influencedby the French impressionists, Rimsky-Korsakov and Richard Strauss,but with his very own touch. Respighi's fame is mostly based on hisinstrumental works, especially the orchestral triptych of symphonicpoems, which included Feste Romane. This skilful adaptation forconcert band retains all the excitement of the original. 0:24:30

Festiva (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Taylor, Jeff

Add the excitement of Spain to your next concert with this dramatic selection! This strongly scored piece, influenced by the familiar pasa doble rhythm, will become a real favourite. Ole!Duration: 2.45

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Festiva Espana (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

At the title implies, this exceptional young band composition includes variations on a lovely slow and eexpressive opening theme. A faster sections follows, carrying with it ideas from the opening before moving on to some fresh sounding flute soli work in 3/4. The final section is quite exciting and provides a brilliant conclusion. Technically within the capabilities of young mid-level bands and a outstanding choice for concert or contest!

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Festival Bells (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Doss, Thomas

Festival Bells is a fast-paced and demanding opening work. The uplifting mood of the piece describes the anticipation of a festival in Austria. Within the middle section, the Upper Austrian anthem is incorporated into the music. This composition was commissioned by the Upper Austrian regional music directorate on the occasion of the Upper Austrian regional music festival, and was premiered at the Brucknerhaus in Linz by the Salzkammergut Blserphilharmonia under the direction of the composer. A festive, cheerful and spectacular piece of music!Duration: 5.15

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Festival Chorale And March (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

Festival Chorale and March is design to reinforce newly learned eighth note rhythms and to give students a contest/festival style piece that will improve their musicianship.

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Festival Dance (Gymnopedie No.3) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Satie, Erik - Brubaker, Jerry

This piece has a haunting quality to its familiar melody while its harmonies are atmospheric and ethereal. The setting would easily stand on its own but would also lend itself well to dance choreography on stage at your concert because of its flowing lines and beautiful textures.Duration: 3:00

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Festival Fanfare (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Cesarini, Franco

This famous piece by the Swiss composer Franco Cesarini is a festive way to start your concert!Duration: 2:45

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Festival Fanfare for Christmas (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Wasson, John

Originally created for full orchestra, this version for advanced level bands, and recorded by the acclaimed Dallas Wind Symphony conducted by Jerry Junkin, is a magnificent and powerful setting for the holidays. Starting with a brilliant fanfare for brass, the piece then blossoms into a showcase for the entire ensemble incorporating the familiar carols O Come, All Ye Faithful and Joy to the World. An impressive way to open a holiday concert!Duration: 3:45