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£421.99The Book of Urizen (Movements I: The Vision and II: The Creation) (Soprano, Narrator and Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Haan, Jacob
The Book of Urizen is a work for concert band, solo soprano, and a male narrator in which sound collages of religious expressions are used. The piece is inspired by the compelling visionary poem of the same name (which the poet illustrated himself) by the Englishman William Blake (1757-1827), who occupies a unique position in western literature and the visual arts. He was not just a poet and a writer, but he was also a graphic artist, a painter, an illustrator, a spiritualist, a religious visionary, and a mystic philosopher. For the performance of this work, a professional sound system, including two microphones and a CD player, is needed. The three sound collages are three separate tracks on the enclosed CD and can be played easily at the right moment.The Book of Urizen bears resemblance to Genesis and Exodus, of which the contents form the basis of the Christian, Jewish, and Islamic faith. Blake adhered to the principle that all religions are in fact one, and that deities reside in human beings. In The Book of Urizen this is represented in "The Net of Religion," which is spanned over the earth by Urizen. The sound collages, compiled by Jacob de Haan in the studio, find their origin in Jerusalem, the Holy City, where the afore-mentioned faiths come together.In the first movement of this composition, The Vision, Urizen prepares his vision of the world, and he presents this to the "Eternals." His vision is rejected, and Urizen locks himself up in his own abstract world. When he does emerge again, he is confronted with rage by the gathered Eternals. Urizen flees the wrath of the Eternals, "the flames of eternal fury," and enwombs himself in his own world. When the Eternals see Urizen in his "stony sleep," they wonder if this is death. The blacksmith Los is torn by grief because of the isolation of Urizen. It brings him to rouse his fires, prepare his forge, and to give Urizen's world concrete form.In the second movement, The Creation, Urizen's world, but also man, woman, and child are created. Los is horrified with the appearance of Urizen's body. He mourns and pities Urizen, and from his blood a female form comes into being, with the name Enitharmon. The Eternals, fearful of the female form, decide to erect a tent to obstruct their view to eternity. Enitharmon and Los beget a son, called Orc. Los baptizes him as a child of the "fallen world." Orc is fed at Enitharmon's breast, which makes a girdle of jealousy restrict Los' chest. He takes the child to the top of the mountain and chains him down. The cries of Orc awaken Urizen, who explores his world creating instruments of scientific measurement to do so. Los encircles the face of Enitharmon from the sight of Urizen and Orc. She then populates the earth by giving birth to an enormous race.The Web, the third movement of The Book of Urizen, is available in a separate set.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£256.99Clarinet Concerto (Clarinet Solo with Concert Band - Score and Parts)
Clarinet soloist Linda Merrick is a long-time friend of the composer Philip Sparke and is married to fellow composer, Martin Ellerby. As part of a dynamic and forward-looking PhD thesis on works for clarinet and concert band, Linda has researched the existing repertoire in addition to commissioning several new concerti from leading British composers, including Martin Ellerby and Nigel Clarke.The original concept was for a suite of short movements, each with its own character, but by the time the first movement was complete, it was clear that a conventional three-movement format was going to work out better.The opening movement contains much syncopation and is almost rag-like in style. The slower second movement explores initially the chalumeau register of the clarinet in a theme that is later taken up by the band whilst the soloist weaves a filigree descant. This leads straight into the third movement, which is almost bee-bop in style and shows off the jazzier side of the clarinet.Duration: 14.00
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£57.50Roller Coaster (Trumpet Trio with Concert Band - Score and Parts)
In the spirit of Bugler's Holiday except cranked up a couple of notches, hold on to your hat for this spectacular trumpet trio feature with concert band. Written by Toronto trumpeter Johnny Cowell for the famed Canadian Brass, this dazzling showcase for mature trumpets emulates a ride on a high-powered roller coaster.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£53.50Gershwin Classics (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
Michael Sweeney's arrangement for developing bands pays tribute to America's legendary song writer, George Gershwin. Strike Up The Band, Summertime, and Rhapsody In Blue are skilfully arranged in this superb concert number.
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£59.40Soulmates (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
This one's a gas! Features a small jazz combo backed up by the concert band. There are written solos for the combo players or they can do their own thing. Very Hip!
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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Valerie (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
Just a year after the English rock band The Zutons had considerable success with Valerie in Great Britain, Mark Ronson and Amy Winehouse released a cover version - a version that was funkier, more upbeat and, in typical Winehouse fashion, more soulful, which shot up the charts in many countries. Valerie is surely one of the hits that immortalises the singer who died in 2011 and will find a welcome place in the repertoire of every concert band. 0:02:40
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£84.99WHEN YOU SAY NOTHING AT ALL (Easy Concert Band)
Ronan Keating's ballad version of this number, originally a country song dating back to 1988, made the song into a world-wide favourite and allowed Keating to step up from boy band heartthrob to serious artist. The song appeared on his first solo album, which reached the top 10 in various European countries. This is the version that Ron Sebregts has soulfully arranged for concert band. Duration: 3:45
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£59.00Finding My Way (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Jarvis, Rebecca G.
This original rock-style "power ballad" is a musical journey for young people of all ages! "Finding My Way" begins with a lyrical statement, tentative at first, which gradually grows in confidence. The ballad "finds its way" in the second theme, building into a bold and affirmative musical statement that drives to a joyous conclusion. Lyrical melodies accompanied by gentle rock rhythms are laid over percussion parts that combine to give the presence of a full drum set backing up the band in this fun piece. Find YOUR way, and rock on! Duration: 3.00
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£49.00And to the Republic (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Huckeby, Ed
Everybody loves patriotic marches, and this traditional-style march provides a very playable and musically rewarding solution to the fundamental need for toe-tapping! With limited ranges and difficulty but maximum appeal, "And To The Republic" will be a sure hit with your young players and appreciative audiences. Strike up the band! Duration: 2.15
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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£82.95Gershwin by George! (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
The name George Gershwin is legendary in the world of American music and has spanned both popular and classical genres. This medley includes "I Got Rhythm," "Embraceable You," some symphonic works such as "An American in Paris," "Rhapsody in Blue," "Summertime" from the opera Porgy and Bess, and the seldom heard "Piano Prelude No. 2." Hey leader, Strike Up the Band!Duration: 6.15
Estimated delivery 7-14 working days
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