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£90.20The Rocketeer - James Horner
Before Titanic,James Horner was not above composing scores for cartoonish family films, and many of those that brought him on their production board owe him greatly. The Rocketeer entails the story of a young pilot during World War II who happens upon a rocket pack that allows him to fly. The film is based on the tradition of old film serials that left theater-goers hanging with "To be continued," and aside from modern production, it is old fashioned and innocent fun. Horner's score begins and ends with the brilliant "Main Title," which is so moving it was used in previews for later films that did not yet have finished scores. Most of th Rocketeersoundtrack elicits the adventure and lifting spirit of the film and reveals how Horner incorporates rich instrumentals in the tiniest crevices. Even when the film involves danger, as in "Jenny's Rescue," the composer takes care when it is hardly even required. Instead of some "duh-duh-duhs," he brings on a full, stunning orchestra and when he overdoes it, it is in a jolly way -- he never exhausts his medium. That is what separates him from inferior composers, and what makes a nice film like The Rocketeer extra nice. It is a soundtrack worth listening to.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£309.99Symphony No. 9, Op. 160 - James Barnes
Premiered on September 21, 2018 in Lawrence, Kansas by the University of Kansas Wind Ensemble (Dr. Paul Popiel, conducting), James Barnes' Ninth Symphony was composed between January and late June of that same year. This large work was commissioned by a consortium of twenty-one college bands, community bands, professional bands and individuals to help mark the 70th birthday of the composer (b. 1949). It is an expansive forty-minute work in four movements, of which the composer writes, This is my last symphony... this work represents a compendium of all that I have learned during the fifty years of composing and scoring for this wonderful new medium: the modern wind band. The first movement, subtitled Elegy, is based around G minor. It is the longest movement of the symphony. Tragic and despondent in character, it is cast in sonata-allegro form. The second movement is entitled Scherzo. Barnes claims that I have always wanted to write a waltz, and that is how this movement is cast, in a modified rondo form in D minor. In contrast to the mood of the first movement, the scherzo is a delightful posy of expansive melody, splashy color, humor and rhythm. The third movement, which is in a modified tertiary form, is entitled Night Music. In contrast to the scherzo, this movement begins with a mysterious incantation, first displayed by solo Alto flute. The music becomes even darker and more mysterious, while overall the movement effectively expresses an otherworldly mood, ending with a solo soprano offstage which suddenly emerges, eerily singing a modified version of the opening incantation. Cast in sonata-allegro form, the fourth movement is most definitely a rousing Finale, beginning with a brilliant fanfare and undergoing several mood transformations before emerging into the final coda, ending the symphony with an energetic splash of color.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Music from Braveheart - James Horner
The music from this Oscar-winning film has drawn a lot of attention to the talents of composer James Horner. The evocative ethnic sound of the Braveheart score makes a great concert piece for band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99The Legend of Zorro - James Horner
The exciting sequel to the blockbuster movie The Mask of Zorro again features a dynamic soundtrack from James Horner. Incorporating some of the familiar themes from the original, The Legend of Zorro contains a variety of effectivemusical styles that sound great in a band setting.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Music from Defiance - James Newton Howard
Featuring the exquisite violin solos of Joshua Bell, this Oscar-nominated score is one of James Newton Howard's most memorable. Filled with sensitivity and musical drama, this arrangement for band includes several options for thesolo part.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50The American Dream (Medley) - James Beckel
Hal Leonard welcomes James Beckel to the catalog wtih this impressive piece for band. Originally scored for full orchestra and programmed by some of the country's finest orchestras, Beckel's exciting work depicts the spirit, the pride, and the hopes of Americans everywhere.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Music from Apollo 13 - James Horner
Concert Band - Grade 3 James Horner's magnificent score plays a key role in the drama of this blockbuster movie. John Moss' medley for band opens with the plaintive solo trumpet theme, and includes several of the film's memorable and inspiring themes.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Whirlwind - James Curnow
This easy yet exciting composition for young players captures the energy and forward motion of a whirlwind. James Curnow creates musical diversity through melodic development and rhythmic contrast, plus a brief bit of calm beforethe frantic pace and windstorm returns. Sure to be an engaging work for your band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Arikara - James Meredith
Inspired by the Arikara (uh-RIK-a-RAH) tribe of Native Americans based in North Dakota, this work by James Meredith is an evocative piece without portraying any specific event or story. Opening with a plaintive flute solosupported by an exotic percussion backdrop, the piece features a chorale-like statement in the winds before moving to the faster and more rhythmic main section. Mixing early American imagery with striking dissonances, this is aneffective and unique offering with limited technical demands. Dur: 4:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£118.99Hail the Champions - James Curnow
Commissioned for the University of Akron Symphonic Band, this dynamic work celebrates 100 years of music composed for the Olympic Games. Based on three primary themes, the first is a brilliant fanfare that serves as anintroduction as well as a unifying link throughout. Second is the 1896 Olympic Hymn (music by Spyros Samaras) set in a beautiful lyric style which builds to a magnificent climax juxtaposed with the opening fanfare. The finalsection presents a new version of Mr. Curnow's own Olympic Fanfare and Theme for the Olympic Flag which was commissioned for the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta and performed again in 2000. The dramatic closing is again combinedwith elements of the opening fanfare. Dur: c. 6:40 (Recorded by the University of Akron Symphony Band - Dr. Galen S. Karriker, Director of Bands. Premiere performance conducted by James Curnow)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days