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£113.30Moderate Dances - Angelo Sormani
This piece is a tribute to dance music, especially passionate, intense and meditative dance music. "Moderate Dances" is divided into three movements: a "Tango", a "Slow Waltz" and a "Bossa Nova". Each movement and each dance has its own particular characteristics but, when combined, these different rhythmic beats and times give the piece a feeling of completeness and uniformity. The Tango started to flourish in the suburbs of Buenos Aires in around 1880. There is still some doubt as to its origins, which may be Cuban (Habanera) but are probably African. It was most popular in Argentina and Brazil: here the male protagonist was originally the "gaucho" with his inseparable guitar, later to be replaced by the proud, elegant "compadre". By around 1910 the Tango had spread to Italy and France. New clubs opened, where the upper classes could watch and dance the Tango. Here the dance also underwent some rapid transformations. The exaggerated and extravagant gestures and body movements disappeared. Slow, gliding steps replaced the old rotational movements. The women's red ankle-boots and the partners "staring into each other's eyes" accentuated the erotic nature and sensuality of this dance. So much so that, in 1913, the German government banned soldiers from dancing the Tango. Those who broke the law were immediately discharged from the army. From a strictly musical perspective, the basic instruments were a flute, a harp (the diatonic harp typically played by the Indians of Paraguay) and a violin, or flute, guitar and violin or even clarinet, guitar and violin. These instruments were easy to transport, ideal for playing at parties, in the streets and in courtyards. The musicians played by ear, frequently improvising: there were no scores, no records, which is the main reason why it is impossible to trace the Tango back to its exact origins. However, the Tango's evolution (and growing popularity) was once again fostered by its fundamental ability to absorb "other" cultures, languages and sounds. And it was the arrival of the "bandoneon" (an accordion-like instrument that was invented in Germany and brought to Rio de la Plata by some immigrant), which replaced the flute, that marked the beginning of the Tango's huge success outside Argentina. A number of talented composers, above all the great Astor Piazzola (1921-1992), transformed the bandoneon from a simple accompanying instrument to a solo instrument that was to become the distinguishing feature of the 20th century Tango. The Slow Waltz originated from the Waltz, the typical dance of the Bavarian and Tyrolese peasants in the 1700s. It was composers like Johann Strauss, father and son, who carried the Waltz to its zenith in the 1800s, creating the sensual and melancholy yet joyful and charming dance we are all familiar with. When the Waltz first became popular in Germany, the members of respectable society were shocked at the closeness of the dancing partners, who had always previously danced apart. The main difference between the Waltz and Slow Waltz is that the latter has a slower, more expressive rhythm: the men wear tails and the women wear ball gowns decorated with beads and feathers and couples dance in graceful rotational movements. "Bossa Nova" is the title of the last movement in the piece. Jobim, the great Brazilian musician, described this musical genre as a combination of modern Jazz and Samba. Bossa Nova means "new wave". This was the name of the artistic and musical movement that evolved in Brazil in the late Fifties and was extremely popular throughout the Sixties. The songs are usually about love or social matters, drawing inspiration from the slums of Rio De Janeiro and the lives of their inhabitants. Bossa Nova, with its original compositions and the artistic talent of its musicians, also became hugely popular in the United States and Europe, and top Jazz musicians (Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz, Bob Cooper, Charlie Bird, Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon, Dizzy Gillespie) started to include Bossa in their repertoires.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50From The Summit - Kirt Mosier
From starting out on a journey and ultimately reaching the summit, this piece is a musical tribute to a fine high school music program, and to the teacher, Jim Oliver, of Lees Summit, Missouri, who led them there. (6:15)
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£82.50On A Shaker Hymn - Jeffrey S. Bishop
Based on the Shaker hymn Love (More Love), this is a lovely musical tribute to an outstanding teacher upon his retirement. It is a musical expression of great respect for his service to his profession, his students, and his school. This legacy will be carried forward through the many students whose lives he touched through music educaton.
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£104.50East Of The Sun (and West Of The Moon) - John Prescott
Let the celebration begin! From the opening chords and ringing of chimes you know this is a work with special meaning. Written as a tribute to a fellow music educator, audiences and performers alike will recognize the respect, admiration and joy associated with this special person.
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£104.50Mount Vernon Reverie - Larry MacTaggart
Composed by the talented arranger for the U.S. Air Force Band in Washington, D.C., this work is a musical tribute to the serenity and all encompassing sense of peace that pervades the historic grounds of George Washingtons home, Mt. Vernon, recalling the panoramic view from the east side of the mansion. A fanfare section hails the arrival of General Washington, eventually giving way to a restatement of the lyric section and concluding with a serene sunset.
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£104.50Sousa Portrait - John Philip Sousa
A great idea for concerts! Heres a musical tribute with optional narration that tells the story of this famous composer whos so important to the band world. Includes themes from Washington Post March; El Capitan; Semper Fidelis and The Stars and Stripes Forever. The narration script can also be used as informative program notes to help educate audiences about this historic American.
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£104.50Wide Horizon - John Prescott
Uplifting and inspiring, this work pays tribute to the promise and possibilities of tomorrow. In one aspect the title refers to the expansive horizon of the physical world; on a more personal level, it alludes to the wide horizon we see as the promise of our future. An opening fanfare is developed through driving rhythmic figures, which is finally fulfilled in the works broad, uplifting conclusion.
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£82.50March For A Mentor - Gary P. Gilroy
A thrilling work by this popular composer. This exciting concert march serves as a moving musical tribute to teachers who have been important influences in peoples lives. Stately and heroic, it provides a bold musical statement that will enhance any developing band performance.
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£104.50Noble Gestures - Gary P. Gilroy
A stunning work of regal scope and profound energy! Dedicated to all those who perform acts of service and kindness, it serves as a fitting tribute to those selfless individuals. A crown jewel in the realm of concert band repertoire!
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£71.50Fortress Of Freedom - Larry MacTaggart
One of the most recognizable buildings in the world, the Pentagon symbolizes the strength, dedication and determination of the United States Department of Defense. The opening stately theme, combined with recurring 3/4 and 2/4 meters, represents the unique architectural feature of the five-sided landmark building. A fitting tribute and educational work suitable for all occasions and performances.
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