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£71.50American Folk Tune Adventure - David Gorham
From the mountains of the Appalachians to the shores of the seas, Americas history is reflected in its folksongs. Two of these song, Sweet Betsy From Pike and Frog Went A-courtin are presented here and provide young bands an excellent opportunity to work on contrasting styles, with a slow, expressive section followed by a happy, rollicking ending.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Southwest Chronicles - Nancy H. Seward
Opening with the traditional Red River Valley, this selection offers experiences in legato phrasing with dynamic nuances. The Mexican Clapping Song follows, reinforcing the understanding of 6/8 meter. Every wind instrument has the melody at some time.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Celtic Festival - Nancy H. Seward
Dedicated to the Columbia (Missouri) Community Band, Keith House, conductor, this medley of familiar Celtic tunes includes British Grenadiers; Annie Laurie; Barbara Allen and Scotland the Brave. Each song is clearly stated, then effectively developed for a strong program selection.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50High Steppers On Parade - Nancy H. Seward
This fight song introduces or reinforces syncopation and march style. The trio opens with a legato melody featuring alto saxophones, horns and clarinets, supported by a walking bass line. The interesting percussion parts include two brief solos.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50Entebbe Variations - Keith Michael Davis
This set of symphonic variations on the Israeli song, Hine ma Tov, was commissioned for the Bryan High School Band, Omaha, Nebraska. Hine ma Tov was first heard by the composer in the movie, "Raid on Entebbe." The main theme is presented in a very traditional setting by the tubas and low reeds, after which it goes through a series of fascinating transformations, leading to a brilliant, exciting finale.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Variations On A Chinese Folksong - Robert E. Foster
A Sichuan folk song provides the melodic content for this upbeat and cheerful setting in the Achievement Series for young bands. Introduce your young musicians to the music of other cultures with the pentatonic sounds highlighted with handclapping for a wonderful multicultural experience. (2 minutes 9 seconds)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Latin Magic - Robert E. Foster
Focus on the Latin rhythms and musical concepts popular in Central and South America with the popular folk song, featuring the "Latin percussion of El Condor Pasa." Use all of your percussionists, and more. Students from other classes (history, geography, humanities, general music, choir, etc.) can be added to the percussion section playing Latin percussion instruments.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50American Sketches - Barry E. Kopetz
Subtitled A Folk Song Set of Wisconsin, this attractive four-movement work is an exciting addition to the classic original suites for wind band. Written in the traditional style of the British band classics, this programmatic work will be a welcome addition to the repertoire of good bands. (11 minutes 45 seconds)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Sweeter The Bells Never Sound - Steve Litwiller
Based on a traditional German Christmas folk song popular in Europe. This charming melody makes an effective vehicle for introducing various 3/4 rhythms to young players and mallet instruments to young percussionists. Delightful as well as educational.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Danny Boy - Robert E. Foster Jr.
This beautiful Irish folktune is sometimes called the national ballad of Ireland and is one of the best-known and beloved ballads of all time. Carefully written for young band, this charming setting reflects all the beauty and appeal of this beloved song in a setting bands at all levels will enjoy performing.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days