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£137.99Strathcarron - Philip Sparke
Strathcarron is a movement from Philip Sparke's Hymn of the Highlands, in which each movement reflects a different location in the beautiful Scottish highlands. Stratcarron, named after a village at the head of Loch Carron, near the Isle of Skye, takes the form of a sword dance which alternates between fast and slow tempi.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£99.99Ukrainian Bell Carol - Mykola D. Leontovich
The Ukrainian Bell Carol is part of a large choral work entitled Shchedryk by the Ukrainian composer Mykola Dmytrovich Leontovych (1877-1921). It was first performed by students of Kiev University in December 1916. The tune is an adaptation of an old 'shchedrivka', a song traditionally sung on Ukrainian New Year's Eve (January 13th) which hopes for good fortune in the year to come. In Shchedryk, Leontovych added his own the lyrics which concern the legend claiming that when Jesus was born, all the bells on earth started ringing in his honour.The tune has since been the inspiration of at least four different Christmas carols, but Philip Sparke has sourcedthe original Ukrainian melody to create this stirring arrangement.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£106.99Madrigalum - Philip Sparke
The idea behind this work was to create an opening piece, something to start a concert in an unusual way. The title is a portmanteau word derived from madrigal. The work indeed begins in Renaissance mood however gradually tries to shake of its modal start and, by contrasting different instrumental families,the work changes into modern clothes.Why not add a little Renaissance splendor to any concert with this unique new work?
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£183.99Five States of Change - Philip Sparke
Five States of Change was commissioned by Kunstfactor for the 4th section of the Dutch National Brass Band Championships (NBK) 2011. It is dedicated to Jappie Dijkstra and the Music Information Centre (MUI), Arnhem, Holland, in acknowledgement of their outstanding work in developing band repertoire.The composer writes: "The idea for the piece came when I was reading an article about a branch of Chinese philosophy which is abbreviated as Wu Xing*, which has no exact translation but can mean, for example, five elements, five phases or five states of change. It is central to all elements of Chinese thought, including science, philosophy, medicine andastrology, and in simple terms tries to create various cyclic relationships between five elements in all walks of life.An example is: Earth - Metal - Water - Wood - Fire - (Earth) etc. where (in one cycle) earth bears metal, metal changes to liquid (water) when heated, water helps trees grow, wood burns to create fire, fire produces ash (earth) and the cycle continues.I was particularly interested in the cycle of emotions:- Meditation - Sorrow - Fear - Anger - Joy - (Meditation) etc. and thought this cyclic principle would provide an effective emotional journey for a piece of music. So Five States of Change has five equal sections which loosely characterise this emotional cycle. I have tried to make the music grow organically, with minimal repetition, and each movement evolves from the musical elements at the end of the previous one, with the opening material appearing, transformed, at the end of the piece to complete the cycle. *in full Wu zhong liu xing zhi chi or the five types of chi dominating at different times
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£56.99The Old Castle - Modest Mussorgsky
Mussorgsky's "Pictures At An Exhibition" has captured the imaginations of musicians worldwide over the past century. Robert W. Smith has created a new and unique setting of the beautiful and poignant "Old Castle" for the concert band. Beginning with a quote from the "Promenade," the listener is transported into a different world that is highlighted by one of the most beautiful melodies in all of music. Performable by bands of varying levels, the musical teaching opportunities in this work will place this in your standard repertoire. Beautiful, emotional and exceptionally scored!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.50Apollo: Myth and Legend - Rob Romeyn
Don't miss this stunning exploration into the world of Greek mythology. Destined to become a classic for concert and festival use, "Apollo: Myth and Legend" is a powerful work encompassing drama, emotion, and stark musical contrasts. Solo opportunities for horn or euphonium and through cross cueing will help ensure success for many different performance situations. A truly outstanding work in every way!!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99We Three Kings
Place this holiday standard in a hard-driving rock setting, with occasional turns into Calypso territory, and the result is one very unique arrangement that will be the hit of your holiday performances! Lots of percussion (with an opt. drum set part) provides the infectious rhythmic drive. Guaranteed to get both the attention and approval of your audiences, this arrangement is the "something different at Christmas this year" you've been looking for.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Two Amigos - James Swearingen
Feature any of your top students on this appealing James Swearingen number. Includes a duet part for Bb, Eb, C and Bass. Clef instruments you can choose any two like or different instruments for the featured parts. This one has a light latin feel and ventures back and forth between major and minor intervals in the melody, thus providing a wonderful opportunity for teaching the difference between the sound of music written in Major and Minor Keys. Wonderful music for any concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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The Danserye - Tielman Susato
For this collection of instrumental dances, the composer, musician and publisher Tielman Susato (ca. 1510-1570) focused on well-known folk melodies of his time. In 1551, the album was published by his own Antwerp company, bearing the title 'Het derde musyck boexken'. Manu Mellaerts has already made numerous transcriptions of renaissance works for concert band and this time he sought to create a suite of five dances, based on Susato's collection. A good challenge for those who would like to try something different!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Maslenitsa - Sven Van Calster
The originally Russian word 'Maslenitsa' carries different meanings depending on the religious background and context. But it always refers to a celebration! One plausible interpretation is the winter solstice, a feast that's celebrated deep into the night. Here a doll that symbolises the winter is burned. Sven Van Calster's Maslenitsa will fan the flames at your concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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