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£50.00Okefenokee: Land of Trembling Earth
Named Land of the Trembling Earth because the peat bog, which floats on water, moves when walked upon, the Okefenokee Swamp is a natural wonder. Starting mysteriously with a full-band sound, moving through a middle section with a flute or recorder solo that depicts the life of the early inhabitants, and ending with a spirited dance that features woodwind runs, brass countermelodies and thunderous timpani and bass drum parts, this unique composition offers performers the chance to perform a programmatic work that will challenge and entertain at the same time.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£42.00The Gauntlet - Matthew R. Putnam
The Gauntletis a piece written to sound bold and exciting while also being accessible to young performers with a limited range. Simple yet bold rhythms add excitement, heightened by the fact that every section has an opportunity to play melodic content. The interesting "development" section provides a contrast to the opening and helps to build the suspense before the return of the main theme. The percussion helps to drive the energy of the piece by providing a variety of colorful sounds including a gong solo at the end to signal the knight's triumph.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£41.00The Lost Tomb
Another fantastic new beginning band tour de force from the pen of Sean O'Loughlin. Inspired by historical novels read by the composer, The Lost Tomb begins mysteriously and then moves into an aggressive, bold up-tempo section. It has all of the cinematic characteristics that define O'Loughlin's popular compositions. Your beginning band will sound their absolute best with this strong new piece.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£50.00Path To The Pacific
Silva brings you an open Copland-type sound in a work that is musically descriptive. With its big angular gestures that contrast with sweeping melodic lines, this piece isa perfect vehicle to promote lyrical playing. With Path to the Pacific, you get a real different sounding piece that is marvelously orchestrated to exploit all of the colors of the modern concert band.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£115.00The Loch - Guillaume Détrez
Somewhere in Scotland, a lake..., a thick mist that is gradually disappearing. A bird begins to fly over this one. The lake sparkles under the rays of the sun. The bird lands on a terrace of a castle bordering the lake. A party takes place there where laughter and medieval dances follow one another but a monster comes to disturb this jubilation. A battle ensues and a victory. The bird takes flight again as a finale. Wind soundDownload the wind sound needed in this composition here: download
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£56.99Lanterns In The Sky - Rob Romeyn
"Lanterns In The Sky" is a concert/festival work for young band inspired by a hot air balloon ride. The work begins with an explosion of energy and sound that is sure to command attention. The energy subsides, and builds again to a forceful statement as we begin our glorious flight. The music then takes on a soaring quality that gives the effect of floating on air. A beautifully expressive middle section invokes imagery of the incredible views and gentle breezes. The opening theme then returns bringing the piece and our journey to a forceful conclusion. Contrasting styles and changing textures provide many teaching opportunities, making this suitable for festival use. Don't miss this outstanding addition to the young band repertoire!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£63.99Spirit of the Heartland - Ed Huckeby
A distinctive concert march with a delightfully fresh sound from the pen of popular composer Ed Huckeby. Perfect for contest or concert use, it's full of the compositional trademarks that have made Huckeby's music so popular around the world. Delightful!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99Spirit of the Pioneers - Hillis
Featuring themes that evoke the spirit of the settlers moving westward, this delightful Greg Hillis composition is an exceptional choice for any mid-level band concert or contest performance. The adagio section begins with short solos for flute, clarinet, horn, bells and baritone (all are cued elsewhere) before building into a lush and powerful tutti. Full of appeal for audiences and players alike, this dynamic piece is sure to make your band sound like a million bucks!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99The Runaway Sleigh - Robert W. Smith
Off we go enjoying our traditional holiday sleigh ride. However, this time the horse gets a bit skittish and begins to speed up. With each passing phrase, our simple ride turns into the wildest of holiday adventures. In a very fun and entertaining setting, students will learn to watch the conductor while experiencing a wide range of tempi. As an option, you may wish to feature the accessory percussion/sound effect part "front and center" making The Runaway Sleigh a hilarious and hair-raising experience for all!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50The Distant Castle - James Swearingen
A musical portrait of the famous Black Castle, located in the city of Matsumoto, Japan, is vividly brought to life through themes that are both dramatic and bold. Featuring the percussion section throughout, "The Distant Castle" is educationally sound programming for any concert setting and your percussionists may enjoy the optional opportunity to perform on traditional Japanese Taiko drums. The culture, beauty and history of Japan come to life in this work for the beginning band by James Swearingen. Very effective!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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