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£149.99Musica Helvetica - Jan de Haan
Every year a competition for wind orchestras and brass bands takes place in Wallberg, Switzerland. Apart from a hymn and a solo piece, all orchestras also have a compulsory piece to play. The commission to create a compulsory piece for the 2012 competition fell to Jan de Haan. The composition is entitled Musica Helvetica. It takes the form of a three-part concert work, in which the last two parts flow directly from one to the other. The first part, Musica Prima, is a brisk virtuoso opening with jazz flavours woven in. The following section, Musica Sacra, offers a contrast with an extraordinarily colourful instrumentation for the gorgeous main theme. Thefinal part, Musica Alpina, is inspired by the great variety of scenery in Switzerland. With its witty humour it makes a worthy conclusion to this beautiful tryptich.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Fanfare and Hymn of Brotherhood - Jay Bocook
Commissioned by the Gamma Eta chapter of Phi Mu Alpha, at Furman University, Greenville, SC, this impressive work is built around two chorale themes and a recurring fanfare. After the boldly stated opening, a bright allegro developmental section becomes increasingly more intense until a dramatic cadence is reached. At this point, antiphonal brass (3 trumpets, 2 trombones) soar above the ensemble and play a grandiose version of the first chorale. The band re-enters and both ensembles play the climactic ending to the work, in a new key, and with both hymns being heard simultaneously. Marvelous work! (6:00)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Jingle Bells/Jolly Old St. Nick
Based on the quintet arrangements of the Canadian Brass from their CD/DVD "A Christmas Experiment", here is a real holiday treat for concert band. In a style reminiscent of P.D.Q. Bach and Spike Jones, this masterfulsetting touches on an unlikely blend of musical styles and moods. This entertaining medley is sure to liven up any Winter concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.80Solemnity - Alexandre Carlin
Solemnity was composed when the composer came back from his first Midwest Clinic in Chicago. Inspired by all the concert bands performing there, and all the fellow composers met at this occasion, he decided to write a kind of fanfare work, leading to a fast theme on a driving rhythm.The piece begins like a fanfare with a solemn character which gives the title of the work, the brass here have a nice part to play. Then, a new theme full of energy, using the same rhythmic motive as the fanfare theme, is exposed by the high woodwinds and finally by more instruments. The central part is a slow one, where a melancolic theme is exposed by the oboe, and finally the rest of the band. After a fugato section, the energic theme is back to lead to a brilliant coda.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£40.00Synergize!
The word synergize means to combine or coordinate the activity of two or more agents to produce a joint effort that is greater than the sum of their individual effects. Using a low brass groove with simple countermelodies above, this piece musically portrays that concept. Simple syncopation and dissonances introduce these concepts in a fun and interesting way. This exciting piece for younger players also features a short percussion break that allows the section shine. Program this for easy success at contest or for an entertaining concert selection.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£75.00Rolling Thunder - Henry Fillmore
A tour de force from Fillmore, this circus march cranks up the energy from the very first note! Edited by Robert Foster, this piece is available now in an Authentic Fillmore Edition. Your low brass will be smoking at the end of this one!
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£85.00Declaration Overture (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Ward, Samuel Augustus - Earp, Joseph Benjamin
America The Beautiful continues to be an expression of patriotism at its finest. It conveys an attitude of appreciation and gratitude for the nation's extraordinary physical beauty and abundance, without triumphalism. Claude T. Smith's arrangement of this masterpiece generates a fresh take on this song reviving the hope we share for our dear America. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.Duration: 4.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£62.00I'm Seventeen Come Sunday (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Grainger, Percy Aldridge - Story, Michael
Based on Percy Granger's choral and brass setting, this British folk song is cast for developing band by Michael Story. The delicate clarinet introduction grows in intensity with the addition of the entire woodwind family and finally the entire ensemble. Teaching opportunities are presented with introductory multi-meter. Careful attention to all articulations will guarantee a musical performance. This compelling addition to the young band repertoire allows this cherished composition to be enjoyed by a wider array of ensembles. Duration: 2.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Passages (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
The term passage can variously describe a passageway of travel, a musical phrase, or perhaps the soul's moving on from this world to the next. In this work for band, dark and rich sonorities are contrasted with a lilting, Celtic-flavoured melody as it alternates with striking "passages" from the brass. Later, an alto sax soloist adds a haunting quality to the mood followed by a return of the ethnic drumming heard earlier. This unique and rewarding composition is beautifully paced and skilfully orchestrated using every section of the band.Duration: 7:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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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 dispatch 7-14 working days
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