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£60.50And So He Also Loves the Bow - Roland Barrett
Honoring four students who lost their lives, this powerful original work draws its title and its inspiration from poet Kahlil Gibran's "On Children." Like the poem, the composition musically invokes emptiness, restlessness and longing but provides reassurance to those grieving with peace, hope and optimism. (4:45)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£50.50Markham Fair Suite - David Marlatt
This set of short pieces depicts events that occur annually at fairs all across North America. Ferris wheels, cotton candy, and a fanfare to open the fair are all included. Unique to this short suite is Old McDonald's Barn, a popular viewing event with children found at the Markham Fair. In this movement, animal noises are emulated within the group. This work is not too difficult and is very interesting and fun for all players. Every section in the band is featured and gets a chance to perform some melodic material.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£50.50Above the Clouds - Dan Austin
Humans have a fascination with flying and being up above the clouds, soaring like a bird. From the smallest children to full grown adults, we all have this level of wonder with the idea of being up in the sky. was written by Dan Austin to celebrate that feeling and the sensation of flight. This piece is specifically designed for beginning players, only using six pitches and a limited rhythmic pallet. All parts are doubled, giving the young musicians security across the band. This piece is also a great educational tool for introducing dynamics, slurring, staccato and accents. (1:45)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95Two Holland Tales
Inspired by two folk songs from the arranger's Dutch heritage, is a piece that combines both lyrical and upbeat sections. "Daar waren twee koningskinderen" (There Were Two Royal Children) is the opening lyrical movement which displays the talents of both the wind and brass sections. The piece then moves into "Toen ik op Nederlands bergen stond" (I Once Stood on the Netherland's Hills). This is a fast movement in 6/8 and features the percussion section. A great arrangement for young band.
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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)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£150.00The Prairie Is My Garden - Robert W. Smith
Inspired by and based on the masterpiece "The Prairie Is My Garden" by American painter Harvey Thomas Dunn, this work for the symphonic band is large in scope and musical depth. In the painting, a mother and her two children are out gathering flowers from the quintessential prairie of the Great Plains. Composer Robert W. Smith delivers us to the same Great Plains in this epic musical tone poem. From the reflective opening solo to the bold and courageous statements that follow, this homage to the generations that built the great American west is an excellent concert/festival selection for the mature concert band.Original Item#: RWS-1823-00
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£14.95Divertimento - Anna Amalia / arr. Lynne Latham
Anna Amalia of Prussia held various titles during her lifetime, including Princess and Abbess of Quedlinburg. Born in Berlin, she was one of ten surviving children of the royal family of King Frederick William I of Prussia. Princess Anna Amalia studied harpsichord, piano and counterpoint. Princess Anna also founded a music library collection, which included autographed scores of J.S. Bach and other composers. This collection still exists today (Amalien Bibliothek). This two-movement Divertimento in Bb Major has something for everyone. The melodic and secondary parts are passed equally between the instruments. The piano part is quite playable for a high school student. It has the character of a conversation between friends gathering for a friendly afternoon tea. This arrangement is scored for piano quartet, with a substitue clarinet part in place of violin.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£79.50To a Place Called Hope - John M. Pasternak
"To A Place Called Hope" was written as an anthem for children battling cancer. A powerful work that is accessible to most concert bands, this is an excellent choice for concert or festival. Beautiful and poignant, John M. Pasternak's lyrical writing will bring hope to families and communities whose lives are touched by this this disease.Original Item#: RWS-1807-00
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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