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£191.99The Song of the Bell - Philip Sparke
The piece is based on Friedrich Schiller's epic 1798 poem Das Lied von der Glocke (The Song of the Bell), which is one of the most famous in all German literature. The poem draws a close parallel between human life and the process of casting a bell. It has three movements: Life Celebration, Sound the Alarm and Journey's End.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£63.99Beyond the Darkness - James Swearingen
The opening strains of our musical journey is best described as bold and dramatic. Full sounding chords, punctuated by percussion, resolve to an up-tempo section that is highlighted by contemporary melodies layered over a mixture of driving rhythms. Every instrument has received special attention and you'll find the overall scoring to be highly gratifying. This piece has it all and is certain to be very popular with your students.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£56.99Desert Caravan - Larry Neeck
Imagine an oasis in the desert. Far in the distance a caravan is sighted. The air is filled with excitement and anticipation, the quiet desert becoming louder and more animated as the large caravan approaches and passes. This scene is musically depicted in Larry Neeck's "Desert Caravan," which provides numerous opportunities for your band to work with melody, dynamics, and drama. Transport your audience to a faraway place, as the sounds of the camels and their herdsman slowly die away, and the caravan fades into the distance. A delightful musical journey!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Cowbell Lullaby - Fenske
Moos...cowbells...yodels...alphorns... "Cowbell Lullaby" is an imaginative piece which transports you to Switzerland, joining cows at the end of their day's journey high in the Alps. The herd comes to life in the opening measures, lowing with excitement until the cows are calmed by a delicate lullaby. Dance music of the town band momentarily stirs them before the lullaby once again calls them to bed. Your developing players, and the audience as well, will "udderly" enjoy hanging out with the dairy farmer and his Alpine herd. Mooooo!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Follow The River - James Swearingen
This haunting and distinctive work is based on a novel by celebrated author/historian James Alexander Thom. Melodies in both minor and major tell the 1755 true account of a young woman who, after having escaped from the Shawnee Indians, tries to find her way home. With the Ohio River as her guide, Mary Ingles begins a one thousand mile journey through the wilderness in her valiant attempt to reach that goal. The addition of intriguing percussion parts and optional piano/synthesizer makes this remarkable story set to music a must for every library. Very effective!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£85.50The Glacier Express - Larry Neeck
"The Glacier Express" is a famous Swiss excursion train that has traveled through the Swiss countryside between Zermatt and St. Moritz since 1930. Larry Neeck's composition is clearly descriptive of the train's journey and the spectacular scenery that passes throughout mountains, glaciers, lakes, tunnels and quaint Swiss villages. Lots of musical contrasts including a nice trumpet solo and interesting parts for every section! Ample percussion parts are sure to keep even a large "herd" of drummers both interested and involved. A wonderful piece for developing bands and an outstanding choice for festival or concert performances! VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£85.50Eiger - James Swearingen
Heroic themes abound as noted composer James Swearingen weaves a tapestry of musical styles to depict the emotional story of John Harlin. At the age of nine, John lost his father when he tragically fell 4000 ft. to his death while attempting to climb the mountain known as Eiger (pronounced eye-ger). The Eiger North Face is considered to be the most treacherous climb in all of Europe. Yet, forty years later John, with a burning desire to reconnect with his father, began the perilous journey of climbing the mountain with the nearly impossible goal of reaching the summit. Brilliantly scored, simply stunning and beautifully breathtaking!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£85.50Valley of the Kings - Grice
"Valley of the Kings" is an epic musical journey of Egypt and the periods of instability and renewal experienced in its long and storied history. Vivid images of victories and defeats that took place under the rule of powerful kings as well as religious revolutions will be experienced in this intriguing work by Rob Grice. Very highly recommended!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£107.50Brazil : Ceremony, Song and Samba - Robert W. Smith
At long last, Robert W. Smith continues his musical journey that began in western Africa years ago and now takes us to Brazil. Based upon authentic Afro-Brazilian percussion grooves, "Brazil: Ceremony, Song and Samba" is comprised of three musical sections illustrating the impact of the African experience on music of this part of the world. Beginning in northern Brazil with the Ceremony, the piece transitions to Rio di Janiero and the smooth sounds of the bossa nova that has become so popular throughout the world. The piece concludes with the exciting sounds of Carnaval and the Samba Schools that fill the streets during the annual celebration. Exciting, musically rewarding and extremely effective in any concert setting!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.50Saturn: The Ringed Planet - Rob Romeyn
An absolutely stunning programmatic piece depicting a futuristic voyage to the sixth planet, "Saturn: The Ringed Planet" is sure to become a classic for concert and festival use. Powerful scoring, stark musical contrasts, driving rhythms and varied textures all combine to portray the dramatic journey, and the beauty and mystique of this mysterious and alluring planet. Solid scoring and use of doubling insures success with most performance situations. Creative use of percussion greatly adds to the drama and intensity. This is a work of uncommon quality!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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