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£60.99Earth and Sky (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
The Native American Omaha Tribe believed in an inseparable union between earth and sky. Commissioned for the Nebraska All-State 8th Grade Band, Michael Sweeney's Earth and Sky celebrates this ideal with a balance of woodwind motifs and delicate textures (sky) contrasted with an underlying percussion ostinato and feature spots (earth). Rich chordal accompaniments and soaring melodies provide continuity and flow in this dynamic work for band.Duration: 6:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Northland Pines (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Bringing to mind the scenic majesty of the northern forests, Michael's fresh-sounding overture for young players opens with a powerful fanfare before introducing the energetic main theme in 5/4. Carefully using repetitive patterns combined with a unique harmonic treatment and brief lyric section, this work provides musical depth in a framework that is easy to teach.Duration: 4:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Emerald Awakening (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Splashes of colour and striking textures combine with an underlying street beat driving pulse in this joyous overture for band. Throughout, Michael skilfully manipulates melodic and rhythmic fragments as they are developed and passed from section to section. A brief slow section and tender chorale provide a poignant calm before the celebration of rhythm and dance returns for the uplifting conclusion. A rewarding piece that is fun to play!Duration: 5:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Pictures at an Exhibition (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Mussorgsky, Modest - Sweeney, Michael
Even using the reduced instrumentation inherent in the Flex-Band format, Michael brings the power and excitement of the original in this authentic-sounding arrangement for inexperienced players.Includes:PromenadeThe Hut of Baba YagaThe Great Gate of Kiev
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£44.99Circle of Life (from The Lion King) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - John & Rice - Sweeney, Michael
Elton John and Tim Rice created memorable songs for Disney's The Lion King including this powerful ballad, arranged here for very young players.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Stardance (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
The opening of this unique and masterful work for band places the wind players out in the audience as the listeners are surrounded by the effect of a swirling dance of celestial lights and sounds. Onstage, the percussion section introduces a driving ostinato pattern later picked up by the entire ensemble. A delicate and beautiful middle section almost suspends time as soloists provide a bluesy interaction with the rich background texture and each other. The frantic pace returns leading to a stunning chorale played by the winds while the percussion continues simultaneously at a separate tempo! A creative and magical addition to the repertoire!Duration: 9:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Prelude and Pursuit (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
John Barnes Chance composed his landmark work for band, Incantation and Dance, in 1960 while in residence at the high school in Greensboro, North Carolina. Commissioned by the Union County (NC) Honor Band, Prelude and Pursuit pays tribute to this important composition and its North Carolina connection. A haunting chant-like theme played by the clarinets sets the tone for the slow section. Similar to Chance's work, the fast section begins with percussion instruments introducing thematic elements later picked up and developed by the winds. Intensifying rhythmic elements, as well as carefully controlled random playing effects, contribute to an overall sense of excitement and anticipation. Themes are woven throughout various sections of the band before the opening chant motif makes a brief dramatic appearance near the end. A great teaching tool for young players, Prelude and Pursuit also provides a rewarding performance experience.Duration: 4:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Legend of Devil's Lake (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Depicting an ancient tale of battle between water serpents and giant thunderbirds, Michael's dramatic work for young players provides plenty of imagery amid the dark sonorities and driving percussion contrasted with delicate melodies and rich harmonic textures. This multi-style composition provides an engaging and rewarding work.Duration: 5.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Knights of Destiny (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
This dynamic overture with flexible scoring options opens with a dynamic unison statement and features powerful percussion writing throughout. The lyrical slow section offers a change of pace before returning to the fast tempo and dramatic finish.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Torme & Wells - Sweeney, Michael
One of the best-loved Christmas songs of all time. Michael's flowing arrangement with flexible scoring features a distinctive and creative harmonic approach that gives this wonderful tune a contemporary and rich sound.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days