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Non, Non, Rien N'a Chang
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£80.00Palustrus (Percussion Ensemble with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Clark, N. Alan
Palustrus, for percussion ensemble and band, is based on two musical ideas. The first, a figure of two 16th notes, is introduced alluding to tiny seedlings as they sprout from the fertile earth. This figure quickly grows in frequency and density, then spreads into the second idea using a series of diatonic patterns. "Palustrus" is a medium-difficult, but attainable technical challenge in a diatonic setting. Splashes of dissonance in the winds support the active and exciting percussion ensemble statements throughout. Highly recommended for programs with a larger percussion section! Duration: 2.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£202.99
The Wind Rises - Joe Hisaishi
This beautiful, lyrical melody is so colorful in the film, without having an imposing image. "The Wind Rises" (2013) does not dominate the visual, and perhaps is an ideal form of film music considering this is director Miyazaki's final production. Chamber ensembles with solos and strings are frequently used in the soundtrack, so the sound is mellow and soft. As you listen more and more, you still recognize the tradition of Ghibli music.When I arrange, I try not to visualize the image of a film. I may think of characters and story line but is it important to write music that alone is appealing and fascinating. Trying not to "overstate" the film is not needed here. If you can bring out the most appealing parts of the soundtrack, excess can be forgiven. Of course, I have not changed the musical elements of the original.I asked Mr. Tomoki Ubata (band director at Ina Gakuen Sr. High School) whom I have worked with numerous times to assist with layout. He came up with a heartwarming medley with two main parts; leading boy Jiro's gift for aeronautical design and his romance with the heroine, Natsuko.The following themes are contained in the arrangement:1. Nahoko (A Rainbow) Beginning2. Caproni (An Aeronautical Designer's Dream) C3. A Journey (An Encounter at Karuizawa) H4. The Falcon I5. Prototype 8 N6. A Journey (A Parting) & A Journey (A Dream of Flight) PIt is quite remarkable, looking back on 30 years of Studio Ghibli's achievements.(Kazuhiro Morita)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£154.99Symphonic Variations - Jacob de Haan
This composition is based on a passacaglia theme, in which artistic perfection, symphonic drama and oriental melody lines play a role. The passacaglia is originally a dance made up of a series of variations above a bass line constantly present as an ostinato. It is not in this sense that the "Symphonic Variations" are in the passacaglia form but in the sense of the open form of the variations. Jacob de Haan, himself originally an organist, took his inspiration for this piece from the famous passacaglia for organ in C-minor by J.S. Bach. Following the introduction of the passacaglia theme (in the bass) the entry by the trumpets and trombones forms the majestic start to amusical adventure, in which this theme (often fragmentary) returns in variations. Then there follow two faster movements with dramatic contrasts and virtuose passages. Particularly striking here is the use of two characteristic intervals from the beginning of the theme namely the minor second and the augmented fourth. An apause in the composition comes in the slow bridge where a syncopated bourdon (perfect fifth) is constantly repeated. The tension grows in dynamics and harmony, and the oriental-flavour becomes obvious in the melody. We arrive at a faster movement via an accelerando, in which a perpetuum mobile based on the passacaglia theme is central. Finally the whole flows into a martial theme, in which the ostinato accompaniment n the descant derives from the passacaglia theme.
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£65.10Thinkin' Big - Dean Jones
This is a piece for the bold and young dreamer! Growing up, we all have our wild ideas about what we can become as adults...and here are 3 such hero-like figures portrayed in this piece. The first is that of a 'Rock n roll star' in something of a 60s throwback idiom. The middle movement is gentle in approach and depicts the life of a Ballerina. Finally, the music reaches its conclusion with a trip to the 'Big Screen' with a few touches of Hollywood and the Red Carpet!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£38.20Marching Time - Kees Vlak
The versatile Dutch composer Kees Vlak (Amsterdam 1938) proves that also he knows how to write a fine march. 'Marching Time' is a kind of pastiche of a thrilling swing march as introduced with US Air Force Bands by Glenn Miller's version of 'Saint Louis Blues March'. Vigorous drum solos give this modern march a martial character so that it can easily be used as an original quick march. This march was composed in 1980 and was commissioned by the S.O.M.N.O., the then umbrella organization for all Dutch band associations.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£127.30Vortex Vibrations - Idar Torskangerpoll
This piece for beginning band was written as a commission for Norsk Musikkforlag to their "Music for Beginners" serie.Vortex Vibrations is a up-tempo piece that enters the music and moves like a vortex within the band. The style is rock'n roll both in terms of groove and structure.The piece has an important Drum Set part that truly showcases the performer.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£274.99Where Angels Fly - Kevin Houben
Commissioned by Banda de Musica Municipal de Silleda (ES), Kevin Houben has written this work for the Certamen de Valencia 2018 in Spain. Where Angels Fly is a very technical, powerful and virtuoso work, with a rather fragile and soft introduction in which the main motif derived from Paul Gilson's La Prire from Le Retour aux Pays is developed and also includes Houben's own musical signature 'HBE(N)'. Where Angels Fly is a challenging, impressive and virtuosic contest piece.
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£78.95
The Midday Blues - Robert Thurston
Break through the midday doldrums (or mid-rehearsal doldrums) by having your students "rock out" in a bluesy, rock style piece for young bands. With plenty of percussion and even a "head banging" breakout section, this tune will energize your band and is a perfect tool for teaching the concept of how Blues influenced Rock 'n' Roll.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£65.99
Hot Fudge Sundae - David Martin
Rock n' Roll sound of the 50's & 60's for the very youngest players. A very unique piece at this level and one that will be extremely popular with students and audiences alike. The band set also includes an optional keyboard part which may be used both as a rehearsal aid or as a performance enhancer with smaller groups. VERY NICE AND STILL LOW IN CALORIES!
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