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£62.95Of Wizards and Warriors - Roland Barrett
Transport your audience back to medieval times with this spirited and bold work for young band. The noble opening instantly conjures images of a world where magic and chivalry abound. As tempo picks up, the entire ensemble drives forward as layer upon layer is added. A beautiful lyrical section builds to a powerful impact before the piece moves to a final section beginning with a trumpet ostinato that alternates between 4/4 and 2/4. As layers are added at different speeds, the piece builds to a dramatic conclusion!
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£50.50The King's Parade - David Marlatt
This majestic piece depicts a king's procession through a medieval town. Grand and triumphant, the king parades past his subjects waving and greeting them. This piece allows for all members in the ensemble to have a section of the melody with using just the first six notes. Written for flexible band. (1:20)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£41.50Two Modal Episodes - John O'Reilly
The first modal episode begins with a chant-like melody in G Aeolian mode (natural minor) that is reminiscent of early medieval music. The full brass section answers with simple block chords that accentuate the modal tonality. The Allegro that follows is set in B-flat Mixolydian mode (major scale with a flatted seventh). A dance-like melody dominates this episode and the percussion section is featured in a simple question-and-answer exchange.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95Castle on the Cliff - Ryan Meeboer
Castle on the Cliff is a piece reflecting the many sieges on castles in medieval history. The piece begins with a fierce opening, setting the 'menacing' mood of a war between an army (the winds) and the castle's defense (the percussion).
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95El rey de Fransia
Showcase the lyrical playing of your ensemble in this medieval sounding work. Intertwined with energizing percussion, the haunting melody is cast in an updated setting, yet Robert Sheldon also manages to maintain much of the colors and exotic elements of the original. Excellent writing, memorable lines, and easy to put together.
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£73.50Tintagel Suite - John O'Reilly
Tintagel Castle, on the wild Cornish coast of southwest England, has a fascinating history. The drama of this jagged coast has inspired many legends including that of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. This colorful 4-movement suite depicts the Medieval Castle, the King Arthur legend, an early English ballad, and a celebration at the castle honoring the visiting Celtic Lords. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£58.50Castle Bartizan - Sarah Siegler
Travel back in time to the Middle Ages with this intensely energetic work, , by Sarah Siegler. The "bartizan" is a turret of a castle, built along the defensive wall, containing the castle guard. The stonework could be quite ornate while the function was to protect the guard from invaders. The accented minor melody describes the stonework and the importance of the guard standing "at the ready" in the castle bartizan. The lyrical, contrasting sections depict the beauty and timelessness of ancient castles. The percussion, utilizing low tom-tom and tambourine combined with modal harmonies, gives the piece a medieval flare that will keep your students engaged and excited about the power of making music together. (2:25)
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£50.50Knights of the Realm - Scott Watson
, by Scott Watson, harkens back to the days of castles, dragons, courage, and valor, when protectors of the kingdom in suits of armor embarked on noble quests. The music's captivating melody and strong rhythms pay homage to these knights of old, whose heroic deeds have been immortalized in legend. Written carefully to the abilities of beginning band students, transports musicians and audience to an enchanted time of medieval lore when bravery and chivalry reigned supreme! (1:50)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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£45.95The Seige - Ryan Meeboer
This piece was composed to reflect a medieval scene of an army attacking a castle.Fun parts to play for all while focussing on using the first six notes learned in most method books. (2:05)
Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
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