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£60.99Memento - Robert Buckley
Famed bandmaster Arthur Delamont always programmed a hymn in his concerts and Memento is an homage to that proud tradition. Starting with a simple and reverent solo trumpet and introducing other brass instruments one by one, the introduction has the sound of a brass band. The woodwinds join in and, with the use of rich textures and dynamic scoring, the work builds to a powerful climax and then resolves once again with the solo trumpet. Ideal for festival use, Memento will give your ensemble an opportunity to explore expression and nuance. The second movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont, Memento was commissioned by the West Vancouver Youth Band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50Ancient Stone Circles - Robert Buckley
Inspired by the mysterious stone formations of Stonehenge, Ancient Stone Circles creates an atmosphere of ancient times using modal melodies, rich scoring and exotic percussion. You'll hear the huge stones being transported,follow a Druid procession, and feel the awe and wonderment of this mystical place. Dur: 2:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Flying Colors - Robert Buckley
Imagine a band far off in the distance marching toward you - soft at first, the music becomes louder and louder: the red capes of the band sway in the wind, getting closer and closer. It was this image that inspired Flying Colors.Famed bandmaster Arthur Delamont always programmed a march in his concerts, and the hallmark of his band was their red capes. The work begins very softly with a distant snare drum beat. The trumpets enter quietly with the melody,and with each new melodic entry the music grows and intensifies to a roaring finish. This is a fresh new take on a march, and is sure to please players and audiences alike! Flying Colors is the third movement of A Tribute toArthur Delamont and was commissioned by the West Vancouver Youth Band. Dur: 3:10
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Kingdom of the Sun and Moon - Robert Buckley
Inspired by an exhibition of historic Peruvian art, Kingdom of the Sun and Moon takes us on a mythical journey reflecting the ancient Inca Empire. This imaginary movie score uses modal melodies, exotic percussion and dramaticorchestration to create an epic music experience. In cinematic style, this work opens with a panoramic picture of the great Inca city of Machu Picchu and ends with a colorful procession towards the Temple of the Sun. Thoughwritten for young band, Kingdom of the Sun and Moon's effective scoring gives it the sophisticated sound and intensity of a much more advanced piece. Dur: 3:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Ogopogo (Legendary Lake Creature) - Robert Buckley
Based on the legendary lake creature that lives in Okanagan Lake in Canada, Ogopogo uses quirky orchestration and rhythms to bring the monster to life. The enormous creature rises from the depths, plays in the waves and thensuddenly disappears back into the darkness. Ideal for a unique change of pace, Ogopogo uses the first 6 notes of the B-flat scale and is written in the Phrygian mode.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Arctic Fire - Robert Buckley
The cinematic approach to the music of Arctic Fire portrays many different images of the north - the crimson sunlight glinting off the icebergs, the radiance of the Northern Lights, the blaze of the red twig dogwood, the scarletred sunsets, and the fiery spirit of the people who live there. The piece opens and closes with a series of dramatic musical snapshots. Inbetween, the music evolves and transforms through a wide range of stylistic textures andmoods. A brilliantly scored and effective setting for winds. Dur: 5:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Postcard from England - Robert Buckley
Postcard from England depicts a trek across the English countryside, with its gently rolling hills, thatched cottages, stately homes, castles and cathedrals. From the catchy walking theme featuring the low brass, percussion andwoodwinds to the elegant stately theme reminiscent of the British brass band sound, every section in the band is featured. Tuneful and descriptive, take your audience on a scenic tour of this historic and charming part of theworld! Dur: 3:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Fantasy On The Huron Carol
Using this inherently beautiful traditional carol as a basis, Robert Buckley has created an outstanding symphonic fantasy for the concert stage. The haunting melody is skillfully woven through a series of rich and varied stylisticvariants. Every section of the band gets a chance to be featured at some point resulting in a sparkling holiday gem.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Where Mountains Touch the Sky - Robert Buckley
With sensitive scoring and use of colors and textures, this descriptive piece sounds more advanced and sophisticated than its grade level would suggest. Where Mountains Touch the Sky is a tone poem inspired by springtime in thealpine meadows of British Columbia. While the lofty peaks are still covered with snow, the rivers are flowing and the meadows are coming alive with wildflowers. This lyrical work begins quietly and peacefully, building steadily toa soaring climax before returning to a soft and reverent conclusion. Dur: 3:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Postcard from Pittsburgh - Robert Buckley
Here is an impressive-sounding musical snapshot portraying the sights and sounds of this beautiful, artistic and historic city. The opening, metallic Steel City theme reflects its industrial heritage. This section builds to themajestic City of Bridges theme representing the grandeur of the surrounding rivers and 446 bridges. These themes develop and intertwine becoming the driving, urban City of Champions section culminating in the dramatic finalstrains. Powerful and descriptive writing for band! Dur: 5:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days