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£71.50Minuet - David Gorham
Historically, a minuet was a graceful French dance of the 17th century, and this delightful work brings those same musical qualities to the young band. Gently flowing lines open the piece and introduce a lilting, dance-like work of charm and grace. Written in 3/4 time, it is both elegant and graceful, a musical treat that will be a joy to perform.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Cobra Tango - James Meredith
James Meredith slithers around this new work with twirling chromatic lines that are sure to keep players on their toes! Imagine the hiss of a cobra in a trance as it dances around the room in this clever and accessible work for the young band. Audiences will love this one, and a few might just start to dance too!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£174.99Mexican Pictures - Franco Cesarini
Your band will love getting acquainted with Mexican Pictures, a suite in four movements based on Mexican folk music. The first movement, El Butaquito, is based on a very lively folk-song of the same name and is characterised by its many contrasting rhythms. The second movement, Romance Mejicano, creates a peaceful and romantic atmosphere. The title of the third movement, Ballaviejo, means 'Antique Dance', in which the word antique refers to the rhythms that were taken to America by Africa's black population. La Charreada, the final movement, depicts the popular Mexican Rodeo, where the action in the arena is usually supported by instrumental ensembles, the so-called 'Mariacchi'.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Irish Sketches - Luc Gistel
As its title suggests this composition is a musical evocation of Ireland. The original themes of this work are strongly influenced by traditional Irish folk music. Each of the three movements reflects part of the Irish character. Following a solemn introduction the first movement springs into life showing the cheery side of the Irish character. The second movement is a ballad with a simple, natural and peaceful melody that inspires a feeling of fullness.The final movement introduces a lively Irish dance in 6/8 time. This joyous piece is a must for your concert band repertoire.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Sparkling Samba - Gilbert Tinner
The flowing rhythm of the samba is often tempestuous and fast, but it always moves within a steady tempo. The samba, like running water, can murmur, swell, sparkle and develop into a fierce element. It is always in motion. Inspired by this principle, Gilbert Tinner composed the work Sparkling Samba. Supported by a lively rhythm section, all the sections of the band dance on the waves of the samba style!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£69.99Hippo Hop - Kevin Houben
Hippo Hop is a fun piece for young and old alike. Hippo the hippopotamus is in the mood for a dance, but can he actually do it? "The proof of the pudding is in the eating!" he says to himself as he strides over the African plains.The other animals look on admiringly as Hippo tries a little jump: hip, hop... It's going so well! A stirring melody line is played throughout the entire concert band, with every part playable yet challenging.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£70.50Eire - Melanie Donahue
This charming and colorful work creates vivid images of Ireland. The rocky coast beckons you toward the ocean and a distant sound directs you to a village where a tin whistle and drumbeat create the music for dance andcelebration. The beautiful scenery and peacefulness of this wonderful place come alive in this very accessible work for concert band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£63.50Danzon - Leonard Bernstein
Influenced by the traditional Cuban dance style, Danzon is a brilliant piece composed by Leonard Bernstein in collaboration with famed choreographer Jerome Robbins for the 1944 ballet Fancy Free.Jay Bocook's skilled adaptation for band captures the sensual mood of the original and offers a unique programming choice.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£139.99Suite on Celtic Folk Songs - Tomohiro Tatebe
This suite for wind band consists of three Old Irish melodies: "March" is a traditional Irish march of slower 6/8 beat. Led by a characteristically accented drum, the drone effect of a Uilleann bagpipe rings through for an air of courage. Next is a beautiful and nostalgic theme titled "Yellow Village Gate" in Gaelic, the first language of Ireland. Here, a solo piccolo presents the image of a simple fife. "Reel" is a typical Irish dance of very quick tempo. Maintaining the pace from beginning to end, intensified motion combining duple and 6/8 meter drives through to the coda's bold conclusion. (Tomohiro Tatebe)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£149.99Suite Provenale - Jan Van der Roost
This 4-movement suite is based on authentic folktunes from the beautiful southern province in France: the "Provence". The composer used an harmonic language respecting the popular characteristics, but on the other hand also contains some "spicy" notes (... just like the wellknown "Provenal sauce"! ...). The instrumentation is very colourful, paying a lot of attention to the different timbres of both brass and wood winds as well as to the percussion section.Every movement has its own character: "Un Ange a fa la crido" (= An angel brought the creed / credo) is like a bourre, "Adam e sa Coumpagnou" (= Adam and his companion) is an old love song, "Lou Fusti" (= the carpenter)a fast dance and finally "Lis Escoubo" (= a whistle tune / popular ballad) is a farandole. In the latter, the old tradition of folk musicians who play a whistle with one hand and a drum with the other hand, is clearly represented during the first presentations of the one and only theme)Although this piece is not too demanding, a well balanced band is necessary to perform it successfully. Thanks to the contrasts and the varying colours, it keeps on holding the attention.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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