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£101.20A Spring Lullaby - Andrew Pearce
During the past few years, Andrew Pearce enjoyed a fruitful collaboration with Phillip Cobb, principal trumpet of the London Symphony Orchestra, composing such works as The Maestro and Interlude for his album in 2012. Later Cobb invited Pearce to compose a slow melody, accompanied by the Central Band of the Royal Air Force for Cobb's upcoming album, displaying his softer, expressive side on flugelhorn. This song-like, warm lilting lullaby reflects on the joy of life.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£152.30Aerial Fantasy - Mogensen
Commissioned by the United States Air Force Band, this Pulitzer Prize nominated work is brilliantly scored, expertly crafted, and sure to become a literature standard. In distinctive and sophisticated style, Michael A. Mogensen delivers a composition bursting with chills and breathtaking excitement. Inspired by the thrill and exhilaration of flight, the piece incorporates ascending motives, quick tempi, energetic rhythms, and soaring melodies and countermelodies. The lyricism of the contrasting slow section begins gently with solo oboe, moves beautifully throughout many sections of the band, and then explodes into a full-blown, hair-raising climax certain to havelisteners wanting more. A truly epic finale ensures lengthy and appreciative applause from audiences everywhere. A "must-have" showcase for mature ensembles. Absolutely spectacular!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£132.50Joyful Life - Jerker Johansson
When Jerker Johansson in the 80's started to compose he was for a while obsessed with writing music in odd time signatures, more specifically 7/8. He was asked during the fall of 2020 by Leif Karlsson (former member of the legendary percussion ensemble Kroumata and nowadays conductor) to write something challenging for Uppsala Blsarsymfoniker and this resulted in Joyful Life. The piece is, to say the least, difficult to tap the pulse along to and is something of a baptism of fire for the musicians, regarding rhythmic precision. Joyful Life is dedicated to the always likeable Leif Karlsson (Joyful Leif!) and was premiered on the 15th November 2020 by The Swedish Air Force Band under the baton of the composer.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£60.99Hail to the 514th March - Gary Garner
Hail to the 514th is a lively march in a traditional style by West Texas A&M University Professor Emeritus and master band composer Gary Garner. The work is a salute to the 514th Air Force Band and was premiered at Reese AFB in Lubbock, Texas.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£82.95Russian Christmas Music - By Alfred Reed
The theme carefully explored by Alfred Reed in this repertoire standard is "Carol of the Little Russian Children" which is an ancient Russian Christmas carol. You can hear four distinct sections originally called "Children's Carol," "Antiphonal Chant," "Village Song" and "Cathedral Chorus" all joined in this continuous contemporary setting. The almost overwhelming sound picture with varied tone colors and brilliant brass choir sounds is a classic in every sense. "Russian Christmas Music" by Alfred Reed is a worthy addition to the Belwin Classic Band series. This recording compliments of the United States Air Force Band, Col. Lowell Graham, conductor.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£79.50Lauds - By Ron Nelson
Commissioned by the United States Air Force Band, Lauds (Praise High Day, one of the seven canonical hours) is an exuberant, colorful work that expresses feelings of praise and glorification. An ensemble celebration throughout, it is a joyful addition to any concert program.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£8.95A Nation's Strength ( . . . And Lift Them to the Sky) - By Robert W. Smith
A bold musical statement of hope for America, this stellar new work was commissioned by the Air Force Band of the West and is subtitled "And Lift Them to the Sky," which carries the uplifting message of hope. This is a dynamic work that will be met with raves on every program. A sensational new contribution to the literature. (6:56)
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£7.95The Ramparts - By Clifton Williams
Commissioned by the Unites States Air Force Academy Cadet Welfare Fune in commemoration of the Academy's tenth anniversary. Although an overture, it was suggested that a slow, hymn-like section be included to be sung by the Cadets. The result is the inclusion of "What Greater Thing," which appears in the condensed score, for optional use with the band.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£53.95Wings - By Vince Gassi
The men and women of the Royal Canadian Air Force are the inspiration behind this original composition by Vince Gassi. The first work in his Armed Forces Suite, it takes off with a bright, spirited theme first heard in the flutes. The rest of the ensemble soon joins in the maneuvers and offers a fuller tactical report. Clarinets take over with dignity, providing a lyrical contrast, and are supported by a stately accompaniment. It isn't long before we start to feel the "spirit of adventure" building to a contrasting section conveying images of stealth and intrigue. Covert operations lead finally to a restatement of the opening theme by the brass with flute and clarinet obligato. Interlace with fragments from the covert section and we are carried to a soaring conclusion. If you are looking for a spirited concert opener or closer, look no further! (3:10) This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£49.95A Life Well Lived (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Wiffin, Rob
A Life well lived was commissioned by the Morrish family in 2023 on the death of Ian Morrish. It is dedicated to them with the inscription in loving memory of Ian.I knew Ian from early days at Southall Citadel Salvation Army Corps and then our paths crossed again briefly when I joined the Central Band of the Royal Air Force. Ian had been a euphonium player in the band for many years and was about to leave to take up a teaching post in Surrey. He was always very involved in choral music, conducting choirs throughout his life. I therefore wanted to keep this piece song-like and actually started with the song which appears from letter D to the end, which can always be performed on its own. From there I used the rising octaves that introduce the song to form the beginning of the work, with the feeling in the back of my head of a river starting to flow. There is nothing referential in the more dramatic sections towards the beginning, but every life has its dramas and I wanted something to give some balance to the tranquil nature of much of the piece. In the middle of the work I use a little motif taken from a song I remember Ian singing in his floating tenor voice. I develop the motif a little as an accompaniment to a new line which has, for me, a sense of purpose and directness and has an oblique reference to the RAF March Past. This builds to the aforementioned song and from there the music flows with its highs and lows to its peaceful conclusion.- Rob WiffinDuration: 3.30
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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