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£420.99The Book of Urizen I + II - Jacob de Haan
The Book of Urizen is Jacob de Haan his first Symphony for concert band, solo soprano, and a male narrator in which sound collages of expressions are used. The piece is inspired by the compelling visionary poem of the samename (which the poet illustrated himself) by the Englishman William Blake (1757-1827). The Vision, first movement and The Creation, second movement of The Book of Urizen are available by following editionnumber: DHP 1043551. The Web, the third movement of The Book of Urizen is available by the following edition number: DHP 1125252. Download the audio samples from the 'Attachments'.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£109.99The Horn of Plenty - Marc Cunningham
The Horn of Plenty is a composition which allows to present the Horn in many styles. The opening has an heroic character and exudes an Spanish atmosphere. The next part is a playful and lighthearted Leggiero. The melody used in bar 38 has an oriental sound through melodic use of the harmonic scale. The Andante is a parody on a piano etude by the composer Stephen Heller, a Frenchman of Hungarian descent. The piece ends with a relaxed swing area in which the Horn also in a different way can be heard.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50In the Light of the Past - David Gorham
This original and reflective work provides a peaceful air of repose and expression for any concert program. The composers experience as a successful band director is displayed in his colorful and vivid scoring of this musical work, demonstrating his understanding of the spectrum of sound that can be achieved with concert band instrumentation. Brilliantly conceived and expertly crafted, it achieves a perfect balance of calm and intensity.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50The Rains of Scarborough Fair - Randall D. Standridge
Scarborough Fair is simply one of the most beautiful and haunting melodies of all time, and this setting incorporates the favorite melody to captures the sounds and mood of a gray and rainy afternoon. The melancholy melody matches up perfectly with the the sounds of gently falling rain and the faint, distance rumbles of thunder. Rain and thunder sound effects, though not essential, can be added with recordings.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£191.99The Song of the Bell - Philip Sparke
The piece is based on Friedrich Schiller's epic 1798 poem Das Lied von der Glocke (The Song of the Bell), which is one of the most famous in all German literature. The poem draws a close parallel between human life and the process of casting a bell. It has three movements: Life Celebration, Sound the Alarm and Journey's End.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£91.99The Ocean Of Fire - Bell
"The Ocean of Fire" is a unique and challenging work that takes the listener on an exciting journey through the mysterious and vast untamed nature of the Arabian Peninsula deserts. Clever use of the Arabic (or Byzantine) scale creates the characteristic Arabic or middle-eastern sound that is popularly used in film scores. This exciting work focuses on providing every instrument with engaging and challenging music by interweaving motives and melodies to create a unique soundscape. Compelling!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50The Legend of Tizona - Rick Kirby
Ancient history is filled with tales of magical swords used to further the cause of noble warriors and heroes. El Cid, the national hero of Spain, had his sword Tizona by his side during the Siege of Valencia in 1099. Withstriking use of dissonances, layers of sound, clapping effects and a dynamic percussion score. The Legend of Tizona takes the listener on an exciting musical adventure. Dur: 3:40
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99The Legend of Zorro - James Horner
The exciting sequel to the blockbuster movie The Mask of Zorro again features a dynamic soundtrack from James Horner. Incorporating some of the familiar themes from the original, The Legend of Zorro contains a variety of effectivemusical styles that sound great in a band setting.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.95The Song of the Blacksmith - Gustav Holst
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Gustav Holst's with this incredibly authentic yet amazingly approachable arrangement of the third movement. Your students can now experience the rhythmic vitality and novel anvil sound of one of the most significant works ever composed for wind band. Two endings allow directors to either follow the form of the original work or have a slightly more definitive ending if desired. An arrangement of uncompromising quality that lives up to the artistry of the original!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50The Legend of Billy Miner (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Buckley, Robert
This composition reflects a colourful time in American history and is an opportunity for your band to discover ragtime rhythms. Folk hero Billy Miner (the Grey Fox) was the last of the old-time bandits. He was noted for his unusual politeness and is believed to be the originator of the phrase, "Hands up!" This composition is like a mini movie score and starts with the Billy Miner ragtime theme, followed by a train robbery, his capture, and final release. The artful interplay between sections gives this piece the sophisticated sound and intensity of a much more advanced work.Duration: 3:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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