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£94.99O Christmas Tree
The tradition of the Christmas tree in Western Europe dates back to a time long before any Christianization had taken place. During the severely cold winter nights, so it was believed, evil spirits tried to 'kill' nature. Needle-leaved trees were the only ones which kept their green colour throughout the year, and therefore became symbols of immortality. These 'living' trees, said to be the work of benign spirits, were brought into people's houses to ward off evil, life-threatening powers. In the 14th century people first started to decorate Christmas trees. It was a pagan custom, originated by the inhabitants of Alsace. This custom was taken over by the Church inthe course of the 15th and 16th century. At first the decoration consisted mainly of edibles, such as apples and wafers, but later small presents were added. Legend has it that the reformer Martin Luther was the first person to decorate a Christmas tree with candles. The flickering candle flames were meant to create the image of a starry sky in which Christ's apparition could be recognized. The German organ-player Ernst Anschtz from Leipzig was the first person to notate the song 'O Tannenbaum', the melody being a well-known folk song. Next to 'Stille Nacht' 'O Tannenbaum' is the most famous German Christmas song, now known throughout the world. In the United States of America the melody of 'O Tannenbaum' has even been used in four States (among which the State of Maryland) for their State song. In David Well's arrangement the song is first heard as many of us know it. After this introduction, however, it is transformed into a solid rock version, and the beat has been changed. In the second part the familiar three-four time is back, but here the rhythm is different from the original. After the richly ornamented rock beat the basic theme can be heard once again and the composition is concluded in a festive manner.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£109.99Christmas Songs
Christmas Songs consists of the most famous American Christmas songs, including: "Sleigh Ride", "The First Nol", "Winter Wonderland", "Little Town of Bethlehem", "Rudolf, the Red-nosed Reindeer" and naturally "We wish you a Merry Christmas". Get in the mood for Christmas!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Polish Christmas Lights - Traditional
Polish Christmas Lights is a collection of three traditional Polish Christmas carols arranged for wind ensemble with flexible instrumentation. These three themes are used throughout the composition, with some variation here and there. Add a little sparkle to your Christmas concert with Polish Christmas Lights.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99A Spanish Christmas Carol - Patrick Millstone
Rondeau of the Shepherds," so ran the official title of the famous Dutch Christmas carol 'Midden in de winternacht'. In 1948 wrote Dutch poet and writer Harry Prenen this text. The melody is known by the 17th/18th- century organ composers of suites Daquin, Balbastre and Dandrieu. "Rondeau of the Shepherds" was subtitled "Catalan Christmas Carol". The song itself is because its origins in a Spanish (Catalan probably) Christmas song from the late Middle Ages, "El Desembre congelat. The motives of this song (shepherds, flutes, drums) demonstrate knowledge of the Bible and give a picture of the late medieval Christmas experience. . Perfect as an uptempo intermezzoin a church service.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99A Home Alone Christmas - John Williams
Paul Lavender has included themes from both Home Alone movies in this delightful showcase for the holidays. Your players will love the fun and heartwarming songs of John Williams, Leslie Bricusse and Alan Menken. Includes:Christmas Star: Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas: My Christmas Tree: Plaza Hotel: Setting the Trap and Somewhere in My Memory.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99A Mariah Carey Christmas
Mariah Carey made a huge addition to our holiday listening experience with her Merry Christmas album. This arrangement includes three of those tunes woven into a medley by Joe Murphy: All I Want for Christmas Is You Miss You Most (At Christmas Time) Christmas (Baby Please Come Home).
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£87.50A Most Wonderful Christmas
Some of the most popular Christmas selections of all time are included in this delightful arrangement, A Most Wonderful Christmas. Robert Sheldon has included "Winter Wonderland," "I'll Be Home for Christmas," "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town," "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," and "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" in this very tasteful setting for band. Solo opportunities abound and are cross-cued to allow your best players to shine, while the swing sections and jazz inspired ballads will have your audience tapping their feet and singing these tunes long after the concert is over. This is certain to become a repertoire standard for bands year after year!(7:40)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.00On Christmas Day (In the Morning) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Longfield, Robert
On Christmas Day is an exciting Christmas work from the pen of Robert Longfield. "On Christmas Day" features two classic traditional English Christmas carols which are cleverly woven together. "I Saw Three Ships" is subjected to several variations before it serves as counterpoint to "The First Noel." Delight the members of the audience and the band with this fresh holiday selection! Duration: 3.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£62.95A Christmas Tale (Narrator with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Standridge, Randall D.
In some European Christmas traditions, Saint Nick (Santa Claus) does not work alone. He travels with the Krampus, a Christmas Devil who doles out punishment to bad boys and girls on Christmas Eve. This work serves as a darkly delightful Christmas piece, intended to educate, entertain, and creep out your audience. The poem Beware the Krampus (written by the composer) helps frame the piece as familiar carols The Ukranian Bell Carol, Up on the Housetop, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, and other holiday favorites are distorted.Duration: 5.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£102.99Crazy for Christmas (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Appermont, Bert
Christmas is the time of the year where everyone comes together, and peace, family and friendship bonds are strengthened. When selecting repertoire for your Christmas concert, it's difficult to find new arrangements that are both challenging and fun to work on, as well as fun for the audience. Crazy for Christmas is one of those pieces by the Belgian composer Bert Appermont. He uses canons and even fugues throughout this arrangement and foresees a spectacular ending. It is based on Il est ne le divin Enfant and Away in a Manger but refers wittily to Jingle Bells, Deck the Halls, The Twelve Days of Christmas and Hark, the Herald Angels Sing. So crazy all the way!Duration: 5.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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