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Summertime (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
George Gershwin's only opera, Porgy and Bess, dealt with the socially sensitive issue of race. The composer even specified that it may only be performed by coloured actors. Summertime is easily the most well-known piece from this opera and has been covered numerous times, even by the likes of Ella Fitzgerald herself. Now it is your turn!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.95Cloud Gate - Timothy Loest
Inspired by an enormous, mirror-like elliptical sculpture by British artist Anish Kapoor, this festival work reflects the spirit of Chicago's busy streets, vibrant people, and magnificent architecture. A bold opening moves into an invigorating theme that occurs under a moving woodwind ostinato figure. A festive mixed-meter section continues to drive the work forward before a seamless transition into a slower bluesy section reminiscent of George Gershwin. Students experience urban energy once more as the final thematic statement leads to a dynamic close!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£72.00Black Light
Black lightis defined as infrared or ultraviolet light which is invisible to the naked eye. The idea of an entire spectra existing out of the range of human perception was a large influencing factor for George Sweet in the composition of this piece.Richly scored for the modern concert band,Black Light is written in a post-minimalist style and is also heavily influenced by the work of American composers Steve Reich, John Adams, and Philip Glass.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£42.00Rays of Light
Rays of Light is an upbeat, positive piece for developing ensembles inspired by the return of light after a dark storm. Composer George Sweet has an indelible style that incorporates a fresh harmonic perspective not commonly found in pieces at this level with simple, tuneful melodic gestures. Every section of the band is given a chance to shine in this delightful new piece for beginning band.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£104.50Mount Vernon Reverie - Larry MacTaggart
Composed by the talented arranger for the U.S. Air Force Band in Washington, D.C., this work is a musical tribute to the serenity and all encompassing sense of peace that pervades the historic grounds of George Washingtons home, Mt. Vernon, recalling the panoramic view from the east side of the mansion. A fanfare section hails the arrival of General Washington, eventually giving way to a restatement of the lyric section and concluding with a serene sunset.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50The Forge of Freedom - Travis J. Weller
George Washington and the Continental Armys withdrawal from Philadelphia to Valley Forge was one of the darkest chapters of the Revolutionary War. The demoralized mood of the troops is conveyed by the Revolutionary-era hymn Chester in a minor setting. A tempo change ushers in a new spirit as the Continental Army perseveres through the harsh winter and becomes a hardened fighting force. Finally, Chester is triumphantly presented in a major key as the now-formidable army emerges, ready to take up the fight and secure Americas independence.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.95
The Airships
The Airships floats just like the aircrafts the piece is named After, inspired by composer George Sweet's childhood love of fantasy and adventure novels. Bold and strident, the dramatic ending of The Airships will inspire great confidence in your students.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£137.99Antonio Carlos Jobim Medley - Antonio Carlos Jobim
The Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim is considered to be thefounder of bossa nova - a supple, relaxed music style based on Brazilian samba rhythms. Jobim wrote many standards, which in the course of time have been performed by numerous famous artists, from Astrud Gilberto, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald, to Sting and George Michael. His songs are still popular all over the world. Add a little Brazilian magic to your concert with this atmospheric medley which features six of Jobims well-known hits.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£86.50Star Wars Medley
The world welcomes the George Lucas revitalization of the Star Wars motion pictures. These magnificent films transport us to an unknown galaxy thousands of light-years from earth. The soundtracks by John Williams have become legendary. This medleychooses representative portions of both the main and end titles of Star Wars, using their major themes to capture the action, the fire and excitement, and the tension and exuberance of the original score. (8:29)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99
Ave Verum Corpus - Edward Elgar
Edward Elgar (1857-1934) originally composed this work in 1887, as a Pie Jesu, when he was an organist in the St George's Church in Worcester. Years later, in 1902, he transformed the Pie Jesu into an Ave Verum for soprano and tenor solo, mixed choir and organ. This excellent arrangement was created by Robert van Beringen and skilfully retains the wonderful atmosphere of the original composition.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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