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£211.80Karneval i Paris - Johan S. Svendsen
Johan Svendsen (1840-1911) composed "Carnival in Paris" in 1872, inspired by the energy and vibrancy of the Parisian carnival celebrations. The piece showcases a variety of moods and orchestral colours, ranging from jubilant and playful sections to more lyrical and elegant passages. It is a lively and colourful work that reflects Svendsen's skill in orchestration and his ability to capture vivid, festive atmospheres in music. In "Carnival in Paris", his Nordic musical roots meet the cosmopolitan influences he encountered while living and working in major European cities. The work has become one of Svendsen's most popular and is frequently performed in concert halls and festivals. About My Transcriptions for Wind Bands Ever since I started playing the clarinet at 8 or 9 years old in the school band "Blveisene" in my hometown of Gjvik, playing transcriptions of orchestral music has been a natural part of the repertoire. In regional bands, Norway's National Youth Band, and during my 10 years in a Military band, I played many such transcriptions. These transcriptions often included handwritten parts, masterfully crafted by colleagues in a time when music notation software didn't exist. Similarly, the scores were often incomplete, typically featuring just a solo clarinet part and condensed score in Bb. The transcriptions also contained parts for instruments like the Eb cornet and multiple tenor horns, but no saxophones, which made them less suitable for modern wind bands. The rise of many skilled Concert Bands and the increasing demands for scores and accessibility made me realize that someone needed to preserve this tradition. The reason I've transcribed these works is to ensure that you can play or conduct a repertoire that I believe has a rightful place in Norwegian Wind Band tradition. These transcriptions are my contribution to preserving some of the unique works in Norwegian music literature. Creating a transcription is a complex task, and I believe the score of "Carnival in Paris" is one of the most intricate I've undertaken. The first part of the process involves entering the entire orchestral score into music notation software. This is time-consuming and requires meticulous work. The next step is to check several editions to see if there are any discrepancies. Mistakes are often found in orchestral material, which can lead to further errors in the transcription. After that, I listen to many different recordings while following along with the score, paying attention to how different conductors emphasize balance and timbre. Gradually, I begin to note down passages I believe will work well for wind bands. One particular challenge in this piece is that the woodwinds and strings operate in the same register. In the original, the tonal difference between the strings and winds helps to clarify the individual musical lines. In the transcription, I've tried to address this by separating the lines, for example through octave adjustments, and highlighting them without compromising other aspects. I've also used some mallet percussion to broaden the tonal palette. There are countless decisions to be made to create a product that will hopefully allow future generations of wind band musicians to play this repertoire. - Stig Nordhagen -
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99For Whom the Bell Tolls - Philip Sparke
For Whom the Bells Tolls was commissioned by the Irish Symphonic Wind Orchestra, who gave the premiere in their 10th anniversary concert, held in the Artane School of Music, Dublin, on the 31st August 2024.The commission was funded by money raised to provide a piece which commemorated friends and members of the orchestra who had recently passed away. This prompted the choice of title, taken from the famous poem by English writer John Donne (1572 - 1631), which reminds us that the death of anyone affects us all.The work opens with an enigmatic duet between oboe and clarinet. This is taken up by the full band and leads to the work's main theme, a lyrical chorale, which builds to a passionate climax. A central section, introduced by the English horn (cue clarinet), eventually leads back to a triumphal return of the chorale on full band. The mood subsides to introduce an echo of the opening material, which brings the work to a peaceful close.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Little Bit O' Licorice, A - David A. Myers
A fabulous way to showcase your clarinet section. This piece lies very well on the clarinet so it will not be difficult for your young musicians. David has scored this to work well with any beginning band instrumentation. Its catchy melody will have your audience humming the tune all the way home. A great change of pace for your concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Holiday Fantasie - Paul Curnow
Creative, accessible arranging makes this arrangement a perfect concert opener for your young band's winter concert. The fresh and exciting medley of popular carols will delight your audience and keep all your students engaged and on-task during rehearsal. Even if your band has less than perfect instrumentation HOLIDAY FANTASIE still works beautifully. Careful doubling, controlled brass ranges and "below the break" Second Clarinet parts all help to make this thrilling medley available to almost any young band. Start your winter concert right this year with HOLIDAY FANTASIE.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99Spirit of the Pioneers - Hillis
Featuring themes that evoke the spirit of the settlers moving westward, this delightful Greg Hillis composition is an exceptional choice for any mid-level band concert or contest performance. The adagio section begins with short solos for flute, clarinet, horn, bells and baritone (all are cued elsewhere) before building into a lush and powerful tutti. Full of appeal for audiences and players alike, this dynamic piece is sure to make your band sound like a million bucks!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.50Fanfare for Freedom - Lloyd
An impressive and demanding composition for mature bands by a talented Australian composer and military band conductor. Requires good players in all sections, but it is well worth the effort. The inspiring slow section includes solos for oboe, clarinet, horn, trumpet & euphonium as well as some challenging parts for the mallet percussion players. Every section of the band has plenty to keep them challenged and involved. Will be a superlative opener for any concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Let It Go - Kristen Anderson-Lopez
Designed as a flexible solo feature with band (use a vocalist or instrumental soloist) this marvelous arrangement of the signature hit song from Disney's Frozen is a great way to add variety to any concert. Great for alto sax, flute, clarinet or trumpet solo!
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£50.50Russian Easter Overture - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
A mysterious introduction begins this exciting concert favorite expertly adapted for young band. After a short solo clarinet passage, the music takes off in cut time. Exciting brass chords and woodwind runs give way to a tender contrasting section. Brass fanfares bring the rousing conclusion that features a chorale and a blazing finish. This adaptation is a real audience pleaser and will work well as an opener or closer.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99Woodwind Marmalade
An outstanding arrangement of "Clarinet Marmalade" made famous in the early 1900's by the Original Dixieland Jazz Band from New Orleans. Andy Clark has turned this classic into a feature for the entire woodwind section and the infectious Dixieland swing rhythms will make it a sure-fire audience favorite at any concert. It's a fantastic selection that can be used for years to come!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99The Corsair's Landing - Robert Sheldon
Make a powerful statement with this excellent concert opener where the band is showcased with solid, dramatic scoring. Short solos for flute, clarinet, and trumpet are readily achievable and add moments of delicate contrast.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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