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£42.50Trumpet Voluntary (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Clarke, Jeremiah - Sweeney, Michael
This well-known melody is expertly scored in this regal setting by Michael Sweeney. Careful use of dynamics and alternating brass and woodwind feature sections contribute to make this a marvellously effective arrangement for 1st and 2nd year bands.Duration: 2:45
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£57.50Distant Thunder of the Sacred Forest (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
This amazing work opens with the sounds of distant villages as their drumming echoes through the African rain forests (or school gymnasium). As the players return to their "normal" seats in the band, the various elements of this composition gradually come together in a joyous unified celebration. Thoroughly researched to include authentic African patterns, Michael Sweeney has created a stunningly effective work that is playable by young ensembles. Includes performance and program notes on how to make your own percussion instruments and involve other departments in your school. Not just a piece of music...this is an event!Duration: 4:45
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£57.50High Water Mark: The Third Day (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Gettysburg, PA - July 3, 1863. It would be difficult to find another grade 2 selection with as much drama and musical depth as this impressive work from young band master, Michael Sweeney. Depicting the momentous events of the final day of battle at Gettysburg in the Civil War, this composition paints vivid musical images including the early morning church bells, the artillery duel between the two armies, the parade-like advance of Confederate troops in Pickett's charge, and ultimately the crucial final battle. Included are extensive historical notes to help make this a complete and meaningful experience for performers and listeners alike. A one-of-a-kind composition!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£53.50Call of the Champions (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Williams, John - Sweeney, Michael
The Official Theme of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. John Williams has once again been called upon to create inspirational and powerful music for the Olympics. Featured on his CD "American Journey" in addition to the Winter Games in Utah, this impressive theme is handled here by young band expert Michael Sweeney. This excellent arrangement sounds much harder than it really is and will be an impressive addition to your next concert.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£69.99Lament and Tribal Dances (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Commissioned by the Iowa Bandmasters Association, this dynamic work from Michael Sweeney is written in three contrasting sections. The opening Lament features a plaintive horn melody and expansive harmonies. The mood then shifts to an intensely rhythmic dance using an unusual modal scale. In the final section, the flutes switch to recorders and a driving percussion ostinato figure helps propel this magnificent piece to a dramatic ending. A rewarding and satisfying work from one of today's best composers for young bands
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£53.50Pegasus (Wings of Majesty) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
From one of the most trusted writers for young bands today, Michael Sweeney brings us this new impressive work paying musical tribute to the famed winged horse of Greek Mythology. The unifying element throughout is an underlying 8th note pulse that is passed between all sections of the band. Michael varies the emotional intensity with various instrument combinations and majestic harmonies. The percussion section is featured briefly before the exciting final strains.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£42.50The Royal Tower (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Powerful harmonies and strong rhythms dominate this easy work from Michael Sweeney. Written in a simple rondo form, statements of the main theme are interspersed with a legato section featuring woodwinds, and later, question and answer phrases between percussion and the low voices. A sparkling addition for the easy level.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£49.99Year of the Dragon (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
Rarely does a grade 1 composition achieve the level of sophistication and daring found in this work by Michael Sweeney. Dark and ominous sounds are heard at the beginning with Oriental hints and percussive effects. Harmonically adventurous throughout, this is sure to be an exciting and rewarding piece for beginning players.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£72.99On the Wings of Swallows (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
True hope is swift, and flies with swallow's wings - from Shakespeare's Richard III. This dramatic work from Michael Sweeney is a multi-styled piece written in a through-composed fashion. Developing through pensive opening sonorities, a driving main theme, and a slow section featuring a haunting alto sax solo, the piece ultimately builds to a climatic brass statement. A rewarding and moving composition.Duration: 6.00
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£57.50Knights of Destiny (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
This overture (fast-slow-fast) from Michael Sweeney opens with a dynamic unison statement and features powerful percussion writing throughout. The lyrical slow section includes a short trumpet solo and lush woodwind scoring. Mike's unique use of harmonies and dramatic effects makes this particularly impressive for younger players.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days