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£79.99
Purple Whispers - Richard L. Saucedo
This remarkable and descriptive work opens and closes with members of the ensemble whispering to one another, creating a soft yet chaotic effect. The simple poem is by the composer: Whispers move in colored flight, seeking signs of next twilight, purple as the violets grow, warm but rich for all to know. As the piece progresses, introduced by a solo piano, the listener is taken through a dynamic range of emotional tension and release before the quiet mood returns to close out this uniquely effective composition. Dur: 5:15 Recorded by the Marshall University Wind Symphony - Steve Barnett, conductor
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50
A Thousand Heroes - James Curnow
James Curnow's impressive compositional style resounds in this tribute to the heroic deeds of so many citizens of Sioux City, Iowa upon the tragic crash of United Airlines Flight 232 in 1989. This will be the landmark piece of theyear for your solid grade 3 band. A bold fanfare opening soon warms with the stately clarinets. Subtle reflection on the fanfare statement permeates the development of the piece, keeping the city's heroism and self-sacrifice inmind as the piece traverses its many moods. James Curnow's skillful orchestration allows the director endless opportunities to take the band's level of performance to higher levels.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£127.30
Humlens flukt - Nikolai Rimaky-Korsakov
This arrangement of Rimsky-Korsakov's famous piece "Flight of the Bumblebee" was originally written for tuba soloist (!) And concert band, commissioned by Lilleaker skoles musikkorps.The target group for this arrangement are bands who want to show off a virtuoso instrumental soloist, without having to spend a lot of time on the accompaniment parts. Unlike other arrangements of this piece, virtually all of the technical challenges lie in the soloist's part.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50
The Soaring Falcon - John Prescott
The thrill and excitement of flight is vividly portrayed in this heralding work that uses all the colors and textures that concert band instrumentation offers. Large ensemble textures give way to dance-like figures in 7/8 time for a remarkable culmination of energy and explosiveness. The combination of rhythms, dynamics and sonority contribute to a powerful intensity that creates a stunning and triumphant work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50
Escape from the Dragons Lair - Darren W. Jenkins
This programmatic work for young band introduces students to the inherent power of music for telling stories and inspiring imagination. The suspenseful and evocative introduction sets the stage as the tension slowly builds. The mood then shifts and the action ramps up, marked by an exciting allegro that reflects an exciting race to freedom with danger close behind. This musical adventure brings a whole new dimension to young band programming, either alone or with other adventure works in the series: Dragon Fire and Dragon Flight.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50
The Awakening - Mark Lortz
Highly programmatic and descriptive, this piece is based on three of Leonardo da Vinci's most well-known works. The first section, Vitruvian Man, is a striking musical representation of the human body and its proportions. Mona Lisa lyrically depicts the gentle and subtle beauty of this famous painting. Finally, The Flying Machine musically soars, reflecting Leonardo's fascination with flight.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£93.50
Clearer Skies - Katherine Rorabaugh
Clearer Skies is a rhapsodic piece for the advanced high school band, depicting flight: the burst of takeoff, the smooth ride above the clouds, and a peaceful landing. Its forward momentum and more understated ending will rouse audiences for the concert finale.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99
City of Lights - Andrew Watkin
On a warm spring evening, Andrew Watkins takes you on a musical flight over the beautiful French capital Paris, the City of Lights. In this descriptive and imaginative piece, the famous sights of one of the world's greatest cities is artistically described by one of Europe's most respected composers.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£137.99
Starflash - Otto M. Schwarz
Starflash describes a celestial phenomenon that the composer witnessed in the summer of 2005 gazing at the night sky over the Greek island of Kos. He saw two shooting stars coming from different directions, approaching each other and burning up. This piece begins with a fanfare representing the vastness of space, followed by the flight of the shooting stars. Characteristic Greek dance elements are interwoven with themes in the style of film music. In the middle section, a bolero with an oriental flair sets in, symbolizing the close mainland of Turkey with the lights shining at night. Thanks to its unconventional rhythms and catchy melodies, Starflash is an easily accessiblemusical description of a personal experience in a modern symphonic style.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99
Voyage to the End of the Earth - Benjamin Yeo
This miniature tone poem for concert band is a sequel of Benjamin Yeo's earlier work Flight. Voyage to the End of the Earth depicts a voyage by ship across the sea. The music expresses the calm of the sea before the ship sets sail towards the horizon. The ringing of the ship's bell and the blowing of the ship's horn signal the start of the journey. Now we hear the lyrical song of the sea, with lovely views of the ocean accompanied by whale song and seagull calls. Let yourself succumb to Mother Nature's beauty through this music! The piano part in this composition is optional.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days