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£65.99Voices of America - Jerry Williams
An inspiring arrangement of a popular new patriotic song arranged for Vocal Solo, Small Vocal Group, or Chorus with Concert Band. Starting out simply and building to an incredibly strong finish, this wonderful arrangement has a contemporary sound and feeling and allows you to feature a vocalist or singing group with your band in a manner that presents both groups in a fantastic light. Perfect for any occasion or performance where a patriotic number is appropriate. The vocal parts are MEDIUM EASY and the band parts are MEDIUM.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£69.99
I Pledge My Allegiance - Graydon A. Toms
Certain to become a standard Patriotic selection, the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States and the Pledge of Allegiance come together to make a stirring statement with your combined band and one or two-part chorus. Inspirational! Scored to work with bands large or small, you can even use this one at combined mass band/choral concerts. Consider using I PLEDGE MY ALLEGIANCE as the finale to your individual school's combined band and choral concert. The old technique of involving ALL the musicians at the end of the concert guarantees a full sized audience for every group on the program! Sneaky, but it works! There are so many ways to use I PLEDGE MY ALLEGIANCE you'lldefinitely want to add it to your library.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£184.99
Rubicon - Bert Appermont
The Rubicon is a river in Northern Italy which Julius Caesar crossed with his army in 49 BC in defiance of the leaders of Rome, who feared his power. A civil war against rival Pompey ensued, which culminated in Caesar seizing power as the absoluteruler of Rome. The phrase "crossing the Rubicon" therefore refers to any person committing himself irrevocably to a risky, decisive and irrevocable of course of action.The work consists of three parts that deal with this important moment in history.Part 1 (Meditation) symbolises Caesars request to the Gods to assist him in his difficult choice. In a slow introduction we hear the melancholy and beseeching sounds of the duduk (alternatively, this part can be played by a soprano saxophone)and of the soprano solo singer over the bourdon accompaniment. The soprano solo singer then sings "dona tibi pacem" (give him rest) in a melodious and probing theme.In Part 2 (Battle of Pharsalus) trumpets and trombones resound alternately ina stately Roman fanfare, producing a stereophonic effect. This develops into a martial theme in which Caesars impressive army goes to battle against the army of rival Pompey. While the theme of Caesars army fades away, Pompeys theme emerges as anaive dance in six-eight time. His army is definitely in the majority and it believes it can easily defeat the enemy. Suddenly trumpets and trombones clash on two sides of the orchestra: Caesars army advances and attacks. A fierce battle ensues inwhich the two themes are played alternately as well as simultaneously. Thanks to his shrewd battle tactics, Caesar manages to win this legendary battle after all: his theme resounds ever louder in trumpets and horns until everything dies out andchanges into a kind of reconciliation between the soldiers of the two armies. The melancholy "dona tibi pacem" from part 1 now serves as a reconciliation theme.Caesar is now the sole ruler of the New Roman Empire, which would be destined to leave itsmark on our Western civilisation to this day. The third part is a sparkling succession of dance music (Dance) with many Greek and Roman elements in which Caesars victory is praised and celebrated. It is common knowledge that the culture(arts, gods, etc.) of the Romans drew heavily on Greek culture. I have therefore used an authentic Greek theme (the Seikolos song) several times in this part (bar 17 in the euphonium, bar 60 in the base section, bar 68 in the sopranosaxophone) to suggest the music of that era and to evoke the right atmosphere. After a gradual increase in tempo in the entire orchestra, the opening melody gloriously resounds once more, surrounded by virtuoso dance music. The work ends withbombastic brass fanfares in which Caesars theme triumphs once more.NOTE FOR THE CONDUCTOR:The Armenian duduk and the monochord that are used in the introduction give a special tone to the music, but could be substituted (soprano saxophone instead ofthe duduk) or left out (monochord). The soprano solo is also doubled within the orchestra and could therefore also be left out if necessary, although it does provide the work with an extra dimension. The male voices in the introduction and the finalecould possibly be replaced with a synthesizer with choral setting.As a visual and acoustic element in part 2, the trumpets, the e-flat cornet, the small drum and trombones can be stood up and placed at two sides of the orchestra (bar 80).Seen fromthe point of view of the conductor, put the trumpets, the e-flat cornet and the small drum in the left section and the trombones in the right section of the orchestra. This also helps to create a visual contrast between the two themes of the secondpart. The players can be seated again at bar 97 or bar 121. The soprano soloist can be placed in or in front of the orchestra, depending on what gives the best result. For the conclusion of the work the soprano solo can be sung from afar (from thewings) to create additional atmosphere.This work was composed especially for the "St Joseph" brass band from Pey/Echt (Belgium) with conductor Mark Prils.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£59.40Voices of America
An inspiring arrangement of a popular new patriotic song arranged for Vocal Solo, Small Vocal Group, or Chorus with Concert Band. Starting out simply and building to an incredibly strong finish, this wonderful arrangement has a contemporary sound and feeling and allows you to feature a vocalist or singing group with your band in a manner that presents both groups in a fantastic light. Perfect for any occasion or performance where a patriotic number is appropriate. The vocal parts are MEDIUM EASY and the band parts are MEDIUM.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.50Bluin' the Blues
First recorded by the famous Original Dixieland Jazz Band in 1918, "Bluin' The Blues" is revived in a fresh arrangement that is perfect for mid-level bands. Features a small dixie combo (all parts are completely written out) inside the full band. Solidly scored and very playable, it's sure to be a crowd pleaser at any performance. Very Highly recommended!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Barnyard Blues
A terrific novelty tune with a Dixieland swing beat! Originally recorded in 1917 by the Original Dixieland Jazz Band, Andy's arrangement gives a small Dixieland combo a chance to shine before turning the whole band loose with duck calls, horse whinnies and cow moos that are all part of the fun in this timeless classic! Sure to be a hit on any concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£110.00
Festival Overture in F - Gus Guentzel
An interesting use of linear texture and driving rhythmic figuration from the percussion section are contrasted with a warm, singing 3/4 section. The colors and full sonorities of the band are employed to produce an energetic and dramatic work. If you have enjoyed other Del Borgo works you'll like this new piece for the Jr. High/Small High School band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.50
The King's Court - Ed Huckeby
The regal sounds of this effective Ed Huckeby composition will make your very young band sound like a bunch of pros. A stately tempo and solid scoring make it accessible for young players and Huckeby's knack for writing memorable melodies makes it an excellent choice for any young band performance. Playable with limited instrumentations and includes an optional Keyboard part is included that can be used as a rehearsal aid or as a performance enhancer with very small groups. A Winner!!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£65.99Fantasia on the Dargason - Gustav Holst
Scott Stanton's arrangement of this classic Gustav Holst band composition now makes Holst's entire Second Suite in F available in the Build-A-Band format. Playable with any instrumentation as long as you have the four main parts covered by the instrument of your choice, the arrangement includes optional piano, guitar, mallet percussion and percussion parts. Now bands with extreme instrumentation problems or groups of very small size can experience performing this staple of the concert band repertoire. A true classic!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.50
Whitewater Run - Ed Kiefer
This driving rhythmic piece is written to depict an exhilarating run down a whitewater river. Composer Ed Kiefer draws on his years of experience as a band director to provide a perfect choice for younger bands with small forces in the lower voices as those sections are mostly scored in unison. A welcome addition to the repertoire for young band festival performances.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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