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£42.70The Gift Of Hope - James Swearingen
Based on the ever-popular folk song "Simple Gifts," this beautiful setting has been created through the use of only six different notes. Swearingen's ability to make a band sound mature beyond their years is a talent that we've all come to appreciate. You can be certain that audiences of all ages will be deeply touched by this highly expressive work. Simply breathtaking!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£60.90The Sounds of Christmas Joy - James Swearingen
Opening with a fanfare based on "Joy To The World" featuring prominent bells and chimes, Swearingen then seques into an expressive, "classical" setting of Beethoven's famous "Ode to Joy". After a tasty modulation into a new setting of "Ode to Joy" with modern harmonies and tone colors, the final section presents a traditional rendition of "Joy to the World". Concludes with a "classically" based presto! Exceptional!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£55.90
Windemere - James Swearingen
Wonderful for contest or concert. Contains lots of the Swearingen melodic and rhythmic charm and a beautiful middle section that features some great writing for woodwinds. Although not requiring great technical facility. Displays the band in such a way it's certain to be a big favorite with students and audiences.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£77.20Where the River Flows - James Swearingen
A suite in 3 parts based on the story of a young boy who was abducted by a Shawnee Indian hunting party in 1771. The first movement, "The New Frontier" is a bold and majestic section containing the patented Swearingen melodic themes which have made his music so popular. "Bring Back My Child" is a solemn section which includes some sorrowful chanting(optional) by members of the band and some very expressive solo spots for the 1st Clarinet and Flute. The third movement, "Great Chief" has a bright and rhythmic character bringing the suite to a dramatic and exciting climax.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£50.80
A Classic Overture - James Swearingen
Opening with a beautiful and expressive theme before turning to a lively classic theme, this little overture is a real gem. Lots of contrasts combined with the Swearingen melodic touch provide a quality piece that is exceptional for concert or contest use by elementary and middle school bands. Should be in every band library!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£55.90
Eagle Crest - James Swearingen
Starting out with a slow expressive section, the tempo soon changes to an energetic and rhythmic allegro that contains those classic Swearingen themes which make young bands sound so alive. A warm slow section features a short trumpet solo or soli before opening up with a lush scoring for the entire group. Highly Recommended!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£48.80To A New Beginning - James Swearingen
An exceptional composition for very young bands that is sure to be a favorite at concerts and festivals everywhere. Very playable, it has ample percussion parts to keep your drummers interested and involved. Full of that Swearingen magic!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£48.80Crown Him With Many Crowns - James Swearingen
Beginning with a bold and majestic fanfare, Swearingen then takes the band through a succession of rich, lush harmonizations of the famous hymn before building to a magnificent ending. Includes an optional part for organ. A perfect vehicle to develop expressive playing, tone control and phrasing concepts
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£49.00Greater Steps to Success (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Benson & Swearingen
Create a routine that will instill a lifelong understanding of why warming up is important and carry over from group to individual practice. This quick, yet highly efficient warm up is a perfect way to start your rehearsal. Students will instantly become more focused as you transition into your valuable rehearsal/teaching time. Kim Benson and James Swearingen, two well-respected music educators, have teamed up to make your instruction more effective, your musicians stronger and your program highly successful. A must-have for today's approach to teaching instrumental music!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£45.00Steps to Success (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Benson & Swearingen
Are you searching for a quick, yet highly efficient warm-up routine for your younger players? Then search no more. In less than five minutes, lip slurs, mini-scales, intervals, rhythm patterns and chorales can all be addressed. Using these exercises will instill a lifelong understanding of why warming up is important. In addition, students will instantly become more focused as you transition into your valuable rehearsal/teaching time. Kim Benson and James Swearingen, two well-respected music educators, have teamed up to make your instruction more effective, your musicians stronger and your program highly successful. A must-have for today's approach to teaching instrumental music! Duration: 2.15
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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