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£137.00Psalm 92 - Anthony LaBounty
"Psalm 92" is an original work for wind band of which textual origin is from Psalm 92, contained in the Old Testament. This unique composition was premiered at Carnegie Hall and extensively features solo soprano saxophone and world percussion in an artistic and accessible setting. An emotional and moving work for mature bands.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50Kingsfold - Traditional
The haunting melody of this traditional tune likely dates to the Middle Ages, and was published by British composer Ralph Vaughan Williams in the 1906 English Hymnal. Freely adapted by Johnnie Vinson in this setting for youngbands, the minor melody is stated first by low clarinets and horns. The next section introduces an original theme, which is then combined with the first melody in the moving final section. Beautifully paced and scored largely inchoral fashion, this is a wonderfully fresh and unique offering for holiday or winter concerts.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Whirligigs - James Curnow
This attractive suite of three concise movements depicts various types of whirligig contraptions, or wind-toys which were popular in Europe as early as the 16th century. Marching Soldier features an optional marching machinecreating the effect of soldiers on parade, while Flower Lady depicts a figure in constant fluid motion moving up and down while picking flowers. The concluding movement, The Flying Horse, describes a very active whirligig withmoving feet and flapping wings. A unique and descriptive programming option for young players. Dur: 4:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Stella Maris - Samuel R. Hazo
Composed as a memorial piece for a beloved teacher and friend, tender melodies and lush harmonies combine in this moving and lyrical work for mature ensembles. Stella Maris is a Latin term for Polaris, the North Star, with itssymbolic role as the star that protects and guides. It's this reference that serves as the inspiration and premise of this emotional and rewarding work. (The piano introduction is optional.) Dur: 4:40
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Lincoln - John Williams
Steven Spielberg's powerful movie brought us an equally moving soundtrack from master composer John Williams. Effectively adapted here for the concert stage, the amazing depth and range of the music is at times poignant and understated, and at times spirited and buoyant.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Four Pictures - Árpád Balázs
The teachers under whom rpd Balzs (b.1937) studied composition - Ferenc Farkas, Aram Khachaturian and Goffredo Petrassi - each independently formed the opinion that with his lyrical gift rpd Balzs's true creative field would be that of choral music and wind ensembles. Their early predictions are borne out by the roughly two hundred and fifty works for choir and almost twenty for wind orchestra that the composer has since produced. It is interesting that in the suite entitled Ngy kp (Four pictures) the stylistic features of these two related musical fields are united. In it the wind instruments sing! It was not by chance that the expansive second movement was given the title Cantilena, while the slightly livelier but just as lyrical third movement was entitled Arietta. The opening movement of the work is a stridently jolly, energetic Indul (March), but not one of the rigidly military kind: the 6/8 rhythm contributes to its light-hearted character. This music is avowedly akin to the ballet music of Prokofiev. This choice series of four character pieces is crowned by Jtk (Play) in which conveying the effect of the mixture of lines moving in parallel and then colliding with each other may be more technically demanding, but is well worth the effort! (Hungaroton HCD 31353)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Hungarian Rondo - Árpád Balázs
The Hungarian Rondo by rpd Balzs is cheerful, good-humoured music, a finely formed work crafted withgreat professional skill. Its structure is clear: the double recurrence of the rondo theme results in a five-part form. The two episodes differ in character. The first consists of increasingly densely woven imitations that chase eachother playfully, the second evokes the mood of bagpipe tunes. In the latter, above the melody moving evenly in crotchets in the middle parts a pastel-tinted cloud of woodwind notes floats upwards, while the sound is extended downwards by the deep-toned brass stepping lower by semitones. A brilliant device by the composer! In thecourse of its repeats the rondo theme appears more and more richly garbed, particularly the sparkling semiquavers of the woodwind make it ever more decorative. The Hungarian Rondo is the kind of music that drives your cares away.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£233.99Luceafarul - Thomas Doss
Luceafarul (The Evening Star) is based on an old Romanian legend about a princess who falls in love with the evening star. Eventually the star returns her love, and one night he climbs down in human form to her. However, their love failsbecause of his realisation that such a connection between heaven and earth is impossible. Thomas Doss has translated this romantic, touching love drama into an equally dramatic and emotional musical work. Deeply moving!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£85.50
Crystal City Overture - Edmondson
Written for the fine middle school band program in Corning, New York ("The Crystal City''), this is Edmondson's most dramatic and memorable work for this level to date. Exciting percussion, moving themes and a variety of textures and colors highlight this outstanding work for young band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£65.99Northpointe Fantasy - James Swearingen
Begins with a short, legato introduction before moving to an opening section with a bold, memorable first theme in the trumpets which is continued by the upper woodwinds. The low brass which had been providing a solid rhythm accompaniment then get the lyrical second theme. Following a nicely contrasting center section in 3/4 which begins with a flute section soli the work recapitulates to the powerful opening theme, and dramatic ending.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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