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£184.99Einstein - Thomas Doss
Theoretical physicist and Nobel prize winner Albert Einstein (1879 1955) developed the theory of relativity, one of the basic tenets of modern physics: who doesn't know his formula E = mc2? This impressive, exciting work from Thomas Doss tells the life story of Einstein using spectacular effects to enforce the musical ideas. This is a daring and original choice for a contest and surely a guaranteed success as a main piece for your concerts.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£87.50The Falls - Rossano Galante
Highlighting the falls as it cascades over rocky terrain, sparkling wind and brass fanfares depict the water as it rushes forward before exploding over the edge. Melodic lines transport the audience into the mysterious and rapturous wilderness as this remarkable piece evokes one of nature's most glorious creations.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50King of Level Cross - Michael Oare
The title for this thrilling work for young players comes from the small rural town of Level Cross, North Carolina, which is home to one of America's sports royal families: the legendary racing Petty family. Using the 'King ofNASCAR' as motivation for the work, The King of Level Cross combines the imagery of medieval knights and royalty with the thrill of stock car racing - including a victory lap at the end of the piece! Dur: 2:25
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99Duet From The Pearl Fishers - Georges Bizet
Les pcheurs de perles (The Pearl Fishers) is an opera in three acts by French composer Georges Bizet, who particularly made his fame with his opera Carmen. The friendship duet Au fond du temple saint, generally known as ThePearl Fishers Duet, is one of the best known in the opera literature. This arrangement for two trombones was written for and dedicated to trombone legends Joseph Alessi and Jrgen van Rijen. It serves as a possible encore piece in combinationwith Two-Bone Concerto, which was also written for them. The duet can also be performed by two euphoniums, or as the original vocal duet for tenor and baritone voice.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£174.99The Curse of the Mermaid - Thomas Doss
The Curse of the Mermaid tells the story of a greedy and wealthy fisherman wanting to make money in any way possible. When his business starts to fail, he puts the blame on the mermaids. One day, the fisherman kills a mermaid, who casts a spell on him shortly before she disappears into the water.The composition is in the form of a symphonic poem, starting slow and then mysteriously opening up revealing a fantastic colourful world of sounds and motion. There are various moments during the piece where the composer includes broad and beautiful melodic material, as well as surprising effects and great rhythmical interest. This is a challenging but great piecefor concerts or contests!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£119.99A Knight's Tale - Wilco Moerman
In A Knight's Tale, Wilco Moerman takes the listener back to the Middle Ages, when castles, knights' tournaments and charming ladies were the order of the day. It describes scenes of the middle ages as one would expect from fairytales or movies featuring this period - with a duel between knights, hidden romances and a battlefield. The composer makes sure that all groups are well represented and includes lots of brass and percussion as well as chanting melodies and spectacular virtuoso segments which make this piece a perfect contest or concert opportunity.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95Pursuit of the Centaur - Robert Sheldon
Centaurs are mythological creatures that are half horse and half human. They have been depicted in art and literature for centuries as wild beasts, and also as wise and noble beings. This piece is a musical representation of a journey to find one of these remarkable creatures in a land and time that are long past. (2:25)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.95Volatus - Brian Beck
From the Latin word for flight, Volatus captures the art of soaring above the clouds. The higher one climbs, the more there is to see. Lift-off begins with stately brass motives and sparkling percussion, then it is up, up, and away with woodwind flourishes. With angular harmonies, driving rhythms in mixed meters, and static percussive effects, this piece has something for everyone to enjoy. (2:40)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£139.99Incendium - Otto M. Schwarz
On 11 March 1879 in the Austrian town of Neumarkt am Wallersee a huge fire broke out in a brewery, setting fire to at least 60 other houses within one hour. Due to poor equipment and a lack of water, nearly the entire city was burned to the ground.Only the church was spared. This epic piece musically depicts the events in a programmatic way starting from the inauspicious moments shortly before the disaster, throughout the fire, and the final reconstruction of the town with the help of thestrong spirit and unity of the Salzburg community. An impressive work suitable for contests and promises to have a great impact on your audience.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£56.99In Search of the Lost Ship - James Swearingen
History is the hook in this composition that, from start to finish, is full of non-stop excitement. The use of one's vivid imagination is a great tool for inspiration. Following the first reading of this work, your students will undoubtedly want to raise their hands and, when called upon, enthusiastically share their interpretation as to the meaning of the music. This piece also provides a wonderful opportunity to introduce the musical understanding of a fugue. Well crafted and fun to perform!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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