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£184.99Nulli Secundus - James Curnow
Commissioned by the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association, this major work by James Curnow honors the memory and legacy of renowned conductor and educator Harry Begian. In consideration of Dr. Begian's Armenian heritage,Nulli Secundus (second to none) is a suite of three variations based on the Armenian folk song Cilicia (My Homeland). Movements include: I. March Caprice (concert march in fantasy variation form), II. In Memoriam (honoring victimsof the 1915-18 Armenian Genocide), and III. Finale (rapid paced set of variations). Recorded by the Michigan State University Wind Symphony. Dur: 10:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.50Flight of the Flutes - James D. Ployhar
The flute section takes front and center to display their finger dexterity in this novel James D. Ployhar original tune. The flutists are sometimes overlooked as they provide the filigree to many instrumental works. Mix it up and let them be the focus of attention with this feature.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£69.99Appalachian Dances - James Curnow
Intriguing modes, authentic rhythms and vivid orchestrational contrasts are hallmarks of James Curnow's masterfully-crafted Appalachian Dances. The enchanting authentic Appalachian fiddle melodies are a musical treasure well worth reviving and bringing to the concert band stage. Snap rhythms recall the early heritage of hill country music in the first movement, which is followed by a richly harmonized air. The piece concludes with a rollicking third movement. In addition to being a memorable addition to your concert program, Appalachian Dances is just plain FUN to play. American musical heritage on display!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50A Lullaby for Christmas - James Curnow
Expressive and richly harmonic, this little gem from James Curnow is a delightful musical excursion - a new way to look at this ancient song of the Christmas season. The composer's careful attention to articulations, phrasing and dynamics also makes his unique treatment of the Coventry Carol a powerful educational vehicle. Dur: 2:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£37.50Taddington Square - James Curnow
In the beautiful mountains of the Peak District nestles thesmall, quaint village of Taddington. From the openingfanfare to the lyrical middle section James Curnow'sTaddington Square portrays the beauty of this village,its people and the rugged surrounding countryside.
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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£56.50
The Legends of Whip and Spur - James Meredith
This classic western sounding piece is very accessible for the youngest of band students and can be performed well with even the most limited time on their instruments. Composer James Meredith draws from his many years of experience working with beginning students to provide us with a piece that is as much fun to play as it is to listen to. The Legends of Whip and Spur is a perfect chance for budding musicians to wow an audience with their very first concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£140.50
With the Greatest of Ease - James Meredith
This new march from composer James Meredith is traditional in style and is based on the famous circus tune The Man on the Flying Trapeze. It is a challenging march that can stand with the marches of Sousa and Fillmore in its quality and is fun for the band and audience. The march ends with the circus tah, dah that the circus bands use to signal the end of the act and to encourage the audience to applause. We know your audiences will enjoy this piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£78.95
The Red Cape - James Meredith
Looking for an alternative to the same old American style march for festival? The Red Cape may be your answer. It is written in a Spanish style reminiscent of some of the classic Spanish marches like Amparita Roco, but it is within the technical limitations of young bands. Composer James Meredith draws on his many years of being a band director to give us something fresh and different for your next contest or festival warm-up march.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.50
Balalaika! - James Meredith
A Balalaika is a type of Russian folk stringed instrument. They come in a variety of sizes and can have full orchestras of these instruments. The music they play has a distinctly Russian folk music sound and composer James Meredith has worked to present this style in a modern concert piece. The work is a festive dance-like piece and contains quotes throughout of famous Tchaikovsky themes in order to help give it that Russian flavor. Balalaika is a different and refreshing choice for your next concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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