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£109.99Sevens - Samuel R. Hazo
Best described as a jazz-flavored barnburner for wind symphony, Sam Hazo's exciting work pays homage to the innovative concepts of George Gerswhin and an appreciation for modern day jazz composer Gordon Goodwin. Sevens refers tothe common jazz chord of the 7th as well as number of notes in the phrase, time signatures, etc. Strangely enough, both Gershwin and Goodwin share the same initials (G.G.), have 7 letters in their names, and the letter G is the7th letter of the alphabet! Let it rip. (3:50)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Ascend - Samuel R. Hazo
Composed for Tapp Middle School in Powder Springs, GA and premiered at the 2005 Midwest Clinic in Chicago, Ascend is a driving and energetic work designed to sound great with younger bands. The combination of mixed meters and syncopation gives the main theme a unique edge, and there is a brief 3-part fugue woven into the texture of the piece. Sure to provide a rewarding and varied musical experience for your players. Dur: 3:05 (Includes Full Performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Palestrina Suite - Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina
Hymns by Giovanni de Palestrina pre-date those of Bach by over a century and incorporate the great polyphonic tradition of Renaissance writing. The compositions used in this suite are from a collection published in 1589 titled Hymns of the Entire Year, and incorporate antiphonal choral effects that lend themselves particularly well to instrumental settings. John Moss uses richly contrasting tone colors and textures as well as characteristic modal tonalities in this wonderful setting for band. Dur: 3:30 (Includes Full Performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Our Kingsland Spring - Samuel R. Hazo
Commissioned by the Georgia Music Educators Association District 8 Honor Band, this lyrical work uses flowing melodic lines and creative scoring to create an effective setting for young bands. Sam skillfully alternates sections oflight and delicate writing with full broad-sounding chorale passages in a work that definitely sounds more impressive and complex than its easy level would indicate. Dur: 3:25 (Includes Full Performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99The Wrong Note Rag - Leonard Bernstein
From the Broadway show Wonderful Town comes this entertaining and witty production number from the legendary Leonard Bernstein. As the title implies, this rag finds its way into some curious melodic entanglements, as well asunexpected rhythmic twists and turns as only maestro Bernstein can conjure up. A delightful number for any occasion! (3:00)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50The Legend of Castle Armagh - Paul Murtha
Commissioned by the Cabarrus All-County Middle School Band (Concord, North Carolina), this work was inspired by the composer's Irish heritage and the rich history of Ireland. With three main themes, this programmatic work openswith a peaceful sunrise with mist rising from the bog. The second theme describes the great hall of a majestic medieval castle, complete with vibrant colors and pageantry. The exciting battle theme follows and ultimately resolvesto a return of the earlier themes. A wonderfully effective setting for beginning players! Dur: 3:10
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£109.99Rush - Samuel R. Hazo
Written as a follow-up to his wildly successful composition Ride, this new work from Samuel Hazo was commissioned by the Wenger Corporation and premiered at the 2006 Midwest Clinic in Chicago. Like its predecessor, Rush is an exhilarating display of rhythmic intensity, featuring shifting meters and dynamic wind band scoring. Sure to leave your listeners breathless. Dur: 3:35 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis - Ralph Vaughan Williams
This piece combines the simple, elegant thematic material of Elizabethan church composer Thomas Tallis, expanded and modernized through the luxurious harmonies of Ralph Vaughan Williams. A setting for band was long overdue, and Jay Bocook does a masterful job of transforming the original work for string orchestra into a magnificant setting for winds. Fantasia was used to great effect in the recent film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Dur: 3:45 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Rhythm Danse - Richard L. Saucedo
Written entirely in 5/4, this captivating and rhythmically dynamic work explores a variety of moods and styles within this single meter. After the initial fanfare, the piece winds through creative textures and hypnotic patternsuntil reaching a glorious full ensemble climatic section. Providing interesting and important roles for every section (particularly percussion) this will be a joy to prepare and perform. Dur: 3:05 (Includes audio of fullperformance) Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changingpitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Good King Wenceslas - Chip Davis
From the very first Mannheim Steamroller Christmas album (recorded more than 20 years ago) and featuring their signature funky rock style, here is the good king effectively adapted for concert band by Robert Longfield. Your horn section is sure to have fun with this one, as will the percussion section. A great way to shake up your holiday concert! (Grade 3)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days