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£164.95The Kings Go Forth (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Gregson, Edward
This work was commissioned jointly by the Royal Air Force Music Service and an American Universities Consortium and received its world premiere during the 1996 RAF British Tour. It is scored for large symphonic wind band, with the addition of voices.The work is a sequel to the highly successful The Sword and the Crown which was premiered in 1991 by the mass bands of the RAF (and also was an RAF commission). That work was based on music written for the Royal Shakespeare Company productions of The Plantagenets and Henry IV, parts 1 and 2 (for productions between 1988 and 1991).The Kings go Forth is similarly based on musical material for those productions. It uses different thematic elements and incorporates them into a three-movement suite entitled: The Church; The People; The State.This reflects the fact that in Henry IV Parts 1 and 2, Shakespeare introduces The People as an important element in the dramatic structure. The Church and The State are, of course, both leitmotivs throughout the entire plays. An Agnus Dei is heard at the outset from a solo voice. The ensuing Dies Irae is a fast and, at times, quite violent dance. The two sections which form the basis of the second movement, The People, concentrate on popular elements and reflect to some extent the tavern scenes in the plays. The two ideas presented are a harvest hymn reflecting the country scenes set in Gloucestershire, and a jazzy, 'up-tempo' dance based on the medieval song, Sumer is icumen in. The third movement, The State, deals with the Kings theme in the title of the piece. The juxtaposition of battle music with funeral music for Henry IV and Henry VI leads to a reworking of the leitmotif from the beginning of the work. The final section is Coronation music for Henry V, eventually leading to a triumphant climax.- Edward GregsonDuration: 17.15Recorded on QPRM 125D Festival of Music 1996, Massed Bands of the Royal Air ForceRecorded on QPRM 134D The Kings Go Forth, Royal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£154.99
The Robber Knight Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
In the year 1368 a rapacious character takes up residence in the castle of Rijnesteyn at Cothen. He is Johan,bastard son of the Bishop of Utrecht.Round this now so peaceful castle eventful matters are enacted. In part one Johan and Willem Gulik of Guelders set out to do battle against King Charles of France. On their return,in part two, Johan captures two French goldsmiths in Hainault and incarcerates them at Castle Rijnesteyn. Part three is a musical representation of a courtly ballet in medieval style. The final part relates how Jan van Rijnesteyn goes to war against Hendrik van Vianen and Lord of 'Goy,Viscount of Utrecht.Jan loots his possessions and threathens to conquer all. In het jaar 1368 betrekt een roofzuchtig heerschap het kasteel Reijnestein te Cothen.Het is Johan, de bastaardzoon van de Utrechtse bisschop. Rond dit nu zo vredig gelegen ridderslot hebben zich toen geruchtmakende taferelen afgespeeld. In het eerste deel trekt Johan met Willem Gullik, de hertog van Gelre, ten strijde tegen koning Karel van Frankrijk. De terugreis speelt zich af in het tweede deel. Tijdens deze reis neemt Johan in Henegouwen twee Franse goudsmeden gevangen en sluit ze op in de kerker van slot Rijnesteyn. Deel 3 is de muzikale weergave van een hoofs ballet in middeleeuwse stijl. In het laatste deel wordt verteld hoe Jan van Rijnesteyn in 1396 ten strijde trekt tegen Hendrik van Vianen en de heer van't Goy, burggraaf van Utrecht. Jan plundert diens goederen en dreigt diens bezittingen te veroveren. 12:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99
There is a land of pure delight Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
Isaac Watts (1674-1748) wrote the lyrics of "There is a land of pure delight" and is known as the "Father of English Hymnody". Watts was for the English hymn as Ambrose was for the medieval Latin hymn and what Martin Luther was for the German chorale. He wrote about 750 songs, and some of them survide the ravahes of time. (Joy To The World, When I survey the wondrous cross, I sing the Mighty Power of God) "There is a Land of Pure Delight" is usually in English-speaking areas sung on Luther Orlando Emerson's melody ('Ascription'). Here is used a traditional English melody ('Mendip'). There is a land of pure delight Where saints immortal Reign. Infinite day excludes the night, And pleasures banish pain .. 02:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£55.00Whirlegigg (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Hesketh, Kenneth
Whirlegigg is the middle English word for a contraption that continuously spins. A great fascination with many inventors of the medieval period was to develop a perpetual motion machine constantly turning and giving off energy. This idea is particularly apt for this piece. A simple ternary structure gives ample opportunity for both boisterous and reflective material with gyrating accompanimental figures never far away. The machine almost stops near the end, but finally musters one last burst of excitement and energy to bring the work to its close.Duration: 5.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£55.00Celtic Lullaby (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Phillips, Todd
Add an international flair to your next concert with this inspired piece based upon the old Irish folk song, "Carrickfergus," a town in Northern Ireland that has existed since medieval times. The folk song has been recorded by many artists including Charlotte Church, Joan Baez, Celtic Woman, Van Morrison, and 10,000 Maniacs. Performers will enjoy playing the lyrical melody as it moves throughout the band. A wide variety of percussion instruments will add to the Celtic flavor of the piece. A lovely melodic selection for any concert performance! Duration: 3.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95Alnwick Castle Fantasy - Amy Webb
Composed to portray the regality, splendor, and pageantry of medieval nobility, , by Amy Webb, provides dramatic, mature-sounding music that teaches the notes of the concert C minor scale. Very few accidentals are scattered throughout the piece, and because the ranges are comfortable for students at this level, they can concentrate on dynamics, articulations, balance, and blend. Celebrate the castle featured in the movies! (1:35)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£48.95Cardiff Castle - Mark Williams
The sounds of a valiant knight going into battle are heard in this powerful original by Mark Williams. Correlated with , page 13, this work uses only seven notes yet sounds surprisingly sophisticated. Named after the famous castle in Cardiff, Wales, this selection will make your first-year band sound great. An excellent introduction to the modal sounds of Medieval and Celtic music.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£52.95At the Feast of Stephen
This novel setting of the traditional carol "Good King Wenceslas" will musically transport you and your students to the royal Christmas banquet hall of a medieval king! The old carol tells the story of a legendary 10th-century monarch, Duke Wenceslas of Bohemia, who went out in the severe cold to give charity to the poor on December 26, also known as St. Stephens Day. The well-known 13th-century carol tune, as well as additional original material in period style, vividly conjures a lively celebration of Christmas in the high Middle Ages. (2:31) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95Quest of the Black Knight - Timothy Loest
This thrilling medieval adventure follows the Black Knight, guided by a code of chivalry and an unwavering commitment to courage, justice, and loyalty. A dark opening moves quickly into an energetic and adventurous theme with plenty of percussion to add to the texture. An optional advanced snare drum part is perfect for your talented percussionist. Easy music that sounds advanced!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95House of Lords - Mekel Rogers
A dynamic opening with majestic chords and a pulsating woodwind ostinato sets the stage for this festival selection or concert opener. The air of nobility throughout the piece evokes the upper house of the Medieval English Parliament for which the work is named. Uplifting music that incorporates fanfare-style playing with legato passages and active percussion writing. Certain to be a hit!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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