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£76.99Ode to the Spirit of Man - James Curnow
A powerful work for the symphonic band, Ode to the Spirit of Man is based on thematic material taken from the fourth movement of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 and developed into a fantasy of kaleidoscopic nature. The opening is ajoyful expression of the spirit of freedom and is based on the composer's own themes derived from Beethoven's music. Throughout the work, various themes from the symphony are interwoven, including Alla Marcia, Scherzo, Andantemaestoso and finally the uplifting Ode to Joy. Dur: 5:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Preludio all' atto II - Giuseppe Verdi
For the first draft of the libretto of Un ballo in maschera (1859), Giuseppe Verdi drew his inspiration from the grand-opra Gustave III by Auber, an opera performed for the first time in Paris in 1833 that depicted the assassination of the King of Sweden. However, censorship, first in Naples and then in Rome, intervened and imposed heavy modifications. Perhaps because it was too demanding, Verdi showed no intransigence with the requests coming from Naples and refused to alter the libretto. On the other hand, he yielded to the requests of the Roman authorities and agreed to change the site of the action and the identity of the protagonists. Consequently, the scene movedfrom Stockholm to Boston and King Gustav became the Count of Warwick, Governor of Massachusetts.The prelude to the second act is very short and introduces the scene at the place where the scaffold stands. In only a few measures, Verdi skillfully succeeds in condensing the interior restlessness of the protagonists, alongside a prayer of hope.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Entrance To The Dragon Cave - Bankston
Your growing musicians will relish in rehearsing and performing this safely scored and adventurous work. It offers a wealth of educational opportunities and is easy to play and teach. Encouraging and entertaining, this is the perfect piece to foster your young band's excitement for music and no question a popular favorite at their next concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£150.00
Five Mississippi Rush - Taylor
Beginning with a snare riff based on this audible football chant, the content of "Five Mississippi Rush" is inspired by its title. A five-Mississippi rush is often used in pickup football games where there is no offensive line and the defense has to count five "Mississippis" before rushing the quarterback. Cliff Taylor's use of five-note motives and five-element phrases combine with the melodic and harmonic language of the blues that is rooted in the State of Mississippi. This engaging work will appeal to both performers and audiences. Exhilarating throughout!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£62.95
Axolotl Dance - Hoefle
Named after Xolotl, Aztec god of fire and lightning, Mexican salamanders called Axolotls are increasing in popularity. They feature an anime-like appearance and have recently appeared in the computer game Minecraft! "Axolotl Dance" honors the Mexican heritage of these amazing creatures with basic Latin percussion, and highlights their charm with a lighter melody. Not just a pretty face, these creatures also have mysterious powers of regeneration like no other, making them of interest to scientists. Have fun learning about these delightful creatures while preparing this fun piece for performance!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£59.95Hidden World - Sean O'Loughlin
Hidden World is a dynamic composition for the beginning band, containing great performance and teaching opportunities. The opening motive is loosely based on the first gesture in Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1. In the concerto, that gesture is very heroic, but also explores a more mysterious side. An excellent choice for contest or festival.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£59.95Recognition - Larry Clark
Recognition March is a tuneful original march in standard form, written with beginning bands in mind. It contains only notes in B-flat major scale (plus A-flat) and no rhythm more advanced than two scale-wise eighth notes. This one is designed as an introduction to the march form and style for the beginning band and is a great pick for festivals.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£296.50Celtic Scents - Kazimierz Machala
Celtic Scents is an amazing suite of wonderful musical scents (wildflowers, herbs, and trees) unified by the brilliant imagination of world-renowned teacher, performer and composer Kazimierz Machala, and the familiar sounds of Celtic folk music. This completely original work of seven movements is reminiscent of Grainger'sLincolnshire Posy, including a very creative and enjoyable harmonic palette. The composition requires a full wind band and takes advantage of colorful orchestration to link each movement more closely to the scent it represents. While Machala composed Celtic Scents originally for orchestra, he has carefully and artistically re-orchestrated the work for the modern wind band. Celtic Scents will best suit performances by collegiate and professional wind bands around the world due to the advanced technical and musical requirements. There is absolutely no doubt that audiences and performers will enjoy their time spent with this joyful and engaging composition.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.50
Suite From Carmen - Georges Bizet
Music from Bizet's immortal opera gets the Balent treatment in this sparkling arrangement of three excerpts from the Carmen Suite No. 1. Leading off with the bustling "Les Toreadors" from the "Overture," Mr. Balent has also included the seductive "Habanera" (featuring Clarinets on the tune) and the swaggering "Toreador Song" with a solo Trumpet on the famous melody. This is music everyone knows and loves in a first-rate arrangement for medium level band. Duration: 4' 20"
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£140.50
Holiday Portraits
If you are looking for a challenging Christmas piece that is well worth the effort, look no further then this magnum opus from composer/arranger Sean O'Loughlin. You will hear a potpourri of Christmas favorites cleverly weaved together with snippets of symphonic music favorites. Try to spot the tributes to Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, Gershwin, Bartok and even Bernstein along the way. This piece is ideal as an opener or closer for your holiday concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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