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£48.95Trumpets of Symphony Hall
Here is a medley that provides a great opportunity to let your trumpet section be exactly what they want to be---the stars of the show! Performing this delightful arrangement of familiar symphonic themes by Beethoven, Mozart, Dvork, Haydn, Bach, Offenbach, and Brahms works very well with the trumpets standing in front of the band, but is also effective with them seated within the ensemble. A unique way to vary your concert program and to introduce students to some of the finest orchestral literature, this arrangement will undoubtedly be a highlight for both performer and audience alike! (2:10)
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£45.95Twilight Serenade - Steve Hodges
Dedicated to all parents and grandparents who have enjoyed a relaxing moment singing to a child or grandchild, this piece uses a simple melody, sung privately by the composer to his children and grandchildren, and has been developed into an expressive piece for the young band. With opportunities for extended phrasing, simple suspensions, and dynamic contrasts, this lyrical offering provides an effective learning experience as well as a nice change of pace for any concert. (2:10)
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£77.50Chroma - Carl Strommen
The chromatic nature of this piece manifests itself in both tonality and color, with the main theme providing a unique "tone-row" quality. The colors presented throughout demonstrate vast contrasts between jazz, a playful circus atmosphere, and very dramatic qualities allowing the musicians opportunities to display a variety of styles and playing techniques. (3:10) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£61.95Halfway There - Michael Kamuf
This optimistic yet driving work was inspired by the President Theodore Roosevelt quote, "believe you can and you're halfway there." The beginning lyrical section introduces contrasting themes that are developed further in a heroic and energetic fast section. Varying textures, bold harmonies, and fun percussion writing propel this piece--- by Michael Kamuf is a perfect choice for concerts and festivals! (3:10) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£62.95The Edge of Adventure - Todd Stalter
Excitement, anticipation, dread, wonder . . . all of these thrilling aspects of the journey of discovery into the unknown are musically depicted in composer Todd Stalter's work, . Players will love the energetic tempo of the beginning, with its unanticipated rhythmic accents, driving percussion, and foreboding chords, and have an opportunity to play expressively in a middle section that builds to a triumphant, musically satisfying expression of amazement and beauty. Listeners and performers alike are drawn into the piece, constantly sitting on adventure's edge, unaware of what to expect as their quest for discovery unfolds. An ideal young band piece to open or close a concert, lends itself to connections to literature and artwork that can inspire your students to find deeper levels of meaning in the music. (3:10) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£37.95Tidings of Comfort and Joy
This arrangement of starts off in a moderate 4/4 tempo featuring a solo trumpet on the opening melody. The orchestration progressively thickens and then the piece moves into a lively 3/4 tempo, where the low brass and woodwinds are featured under an ostinato in the upper voices. Very reasonable in both rhythm and register, this is a great addition to any holiday concert. (2:10)
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£79.50A View of the World - Brian Balmages
This substantive single-movement work explores a view of the world through the eyes of a child. Captions appear in both the score and parts to indicate each emotional episode as this extensive and powerful work unfolds through many transformations in texture and style. Skillfully conceived and written for the mature band, this is an excellent festival choice. (10:45)
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£48.95Mary Ann
This happy Jamaican folk song simply sparkles in this very easy arrangement by Mark Williams. Using only six notes, with eighth notes limited to the percussion part, this is an excellent selection for your beginning band's first concert. The melody is passed through every section, enabling all students to participate in the fun. Correlated with , page 10, this arrangement will be a favorite of students and audiences alike.
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£77.50River Valley Sketches - Matthew Donnelly
River Valley Sketches was written as a short musical depiction of the composer's hometown and the river that runs through it. The inspiration for some of the melodic and rhythmic material comes from the Scottish River Nith and has that great Scottish flare to it. Well scored and clever writing allow for the band members to contribute interesting lines and musical ideas. (4:10)
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£53.95Explorations - Chris M. Bernotas
"Explorations" takes you on a musical journey into uncharted territory with rich harmonies and a multitude of textures. Beginning with a strong statement, the melody moves along with rhythmic interactions and catchy melodic motives as it evolves and develops before arriving at a brief recapitulation and an exciting coda. Everyone in the ensemble has an important role in the musical discoveries of "Explorations." Use your imagination to create your own musical expedition. (3:10)
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