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£79.99Fractures in Time - Michael Sweeney
Exploring different facets of time, this unique work utilizes a wide range of compositional devices, including periods of carefully controlled aleatoric playing, a dizzying effect of multiple ticking clocks, and a variety of moods and time signatures. Densely layered harmonies are contrasted with lyric passages and soaring melodies, and the overall effect of the piece is quite different and striking. Dur: c. 6:45 (MusicWorks)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Celtic Air and March (Songs of Irish Rebellion) - Michael Sweeney
Following in Michael's popular Celtic Air and Dance format, here are two contrasting melodies associated with centuries of Irish conflict and turmoil. The haunting ballad The Foggy Dew was composed shortly after the Easter Risingof 1916, and is followed by the inspirational march The Minstrel Boy from the Irish Rebellion of 1798. A great-sounding piece for young players with an historical connection. Dur: 2:55
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Northland Pines - Michael Sweeney
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 patternscombined with a unique harmonic treatment and brief lyric section, this work provides musical depth in a framework that is easy to teach. (Grade 2.5) Dur: 4:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Earth and Sky - Michael Sweeney
The Native American Omaha Tribe believed in an inseparable union between earth and sky. Commissioned for the Nebraska All-State 8th Grade Band, Michael Sweeneys Earth and Sky celebrates this ideal with a balance ofwoodwind 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.Dur: 6:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Dansbury Run - Michael Sweeney
Designed for second-year players, Michael's energetic overture provides mature and dynamic sounds at a very attainable and easy to learn level. Combining full band unison statements along with some unusual harmonic effects, thisis impressive music for young bands. Dur: 2:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Valley of Fire - Michael Sweeney
A majestic brass fanfare unveils the start of this new, exciting work for young bands. Once again Michael Sweeney's flair for innovative writing for young bands will ensure this piece's success with your students, giving them both musical and learning experience.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Variants on an American Hymn - Michael Sweeney
Based on the familiar hymn Abide With Me, this unique composition develops variations based on fragments of the original melody. Elements of the hymn are skillfully incorporated into a variety of styles, from slow flowing phrases to lively and rhythmic themes, before the hymn is gloriously presented near the end of the piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Out Of The Shadows - Michael Sweeney
Commissioned for the Wisconsin Lutheran High School's centennial year, this expansive work incorporates the Welsh folk song The Ash Grove in a lush and varied treatment. The main melody, played first by horns and baritone, returns near the end in a glorious, fully orchestrated chorale. In between is a beautiful secondary theme played by oboe and flute soloists followed by a dramatic fugal section. A musically rewarding and effective piece. (6:00)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Half Moon on the Hudson - Michael Sweeney
Nearly 400 years ago (in 1609) Henry Hudson and his ship, the Half Moon, explored the majestic river that was later to bear his name. Half Moon on the Hudson pays tribute to this area of New York and the spirit of exploration and adventure. A regal fanfare announces the beginning of the work, followed by an energetic and rhythmic section that features various sections of the band answering one another. An emotional and chorale-like middle section provides a calmer mood along with lush harmonizations. The brass and percussion sections herald the final segment, driving to a dramatic conclusion of this rewarding work for winds. Dur: 6:30 (Includes full performance CD)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Swamp Rabbit Stomp - Michael Sweeney
Commissioned by the 2015 South Carolina All-State Junior Band and written to celebrate the natural scenic beauty of that state's famed Swamp Rabbit Trail, Michael Sweeney's Swamp Rabbit Stomp is a joyous romp of rhythm and harmony. Exploring layers of sounds as well as an expanded role for the percussion section, this work also calls for a middle section where all members of the band perform with egg shakers. A substantial work, but with a dash of fun! Dur: 7:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days