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£104.50Entebbe Variations - Keith Michael Davis
This set of symphonic variations on the Israeli song, Hine ma Tov, was commissioned for the Bryan High School Band, Omaha, Nebraska. Hine ma Tov was first heard by the composer in the movie, "Raid on Entebbe." The main theme is presented in a very traditional setting by the tubas and low reeds, after which it goes through a series of fascinating transformations, leading to a brilliant, exciting finale.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50American Sketches - Barry E. Kopetz
Subtitled A Folk Song Set of Wisconsin, this attractive four-movement work is an exciting addition to the classic original suites for wind band. Written in the traditional style of the British band classics, this programmatic work will be a welcome addition to the repertoire of good bands. (11 minutes 45 seconds)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50The Ash Grove Fantasy - Barry E. Kopetz
This setting of The Ash Grove is a musical fantasy based on an old traditional Welsh folksong, which is also known as Llwyn Onn. This version of the song tells of a sailors love for Gwen of Llwyn" and has been around for several hundred years. The melodious nature of this beautiful folksong, popular with generations of listeners, continues to be a favorite subject of composers and arrangers in all mediums. Featured in the 1980 British Broadcasting Companys acclaimed mini-series, "Pride and Prejudice," this excellent setting features melodic, lyrical playing that will enhance every bands musicianship and expression.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50The Legend Of Greensleeves - John Prescott
The well-known song Greensleeves was written in 15th century England, quite possibly by King Henry VIII himself. The wistful quality of this legend is captured here by the use of lush harmonies and a rhythmic ostinato that gets transferred to different colors within the ensemble. With a hauntingly beautiful ending, this unique arrangement will be the highlight of programs at Christmas and throughout the year as well.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50While Angels Watched - Gene Milford
The beauty, anticipation and drama of the first Christmas Eve is reflected in this collage of familiar classical melodies and timeless carols. The famous Children's Prayer from the opera "Hansel and Gretel" frames settings of Away in a Manger; Infant Holy, Infant Lowly; Brahms's Lullaby (Wiegenlied) and the Welsh folk song All Through the Night. A wonderfully peaceful setting that creates a welcome moment of quiet reflection during this special time of year.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.80Amor - G. Ruiz
G. Ruiz is not a famous composer though his song Amor, Amor has become a world famous tune of the typical latin american repertoire. Willy Hautvast wrote a fine arrangement for wind band of this popular rumba.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£116.40Petite Suite Provencale - Werner van Cleemput
I. Quiet but not strolling - This part is based on two folk songs 'Digo Janeto' and 'Avn un bu Castu' played on a bourdon accompaniment with an incorporated canonic theme.II. Alert - This part is based on the popular song 'Sur le Pont d'Avignon'.III. Slightly rocking - An original lullaby with flexible instrumentation.IV. Lively and Cheerful - This part is based on the beautiful folksong 'Lou roussigno que volo'; the composer uses the band as if it were one big tambourin.This work obtained a Second Prize at the International Composition Contest at Hilvarenbeek, The Netherlands in 1976.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.80Don't Look that Blue Again - Michel van Delft
A typical ballad, a kind of instrumental song to which you could easily write a fitting text.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£140.80An all American suite - Robert Macray
This suite is based on 4 american folksongs.1. 'Go tell it on the Mountain' - A light swinging negro spiritual telling in many ways: 'Our Lord Jesus Christ is born'.2. 'Sweet Betsy from Pike' - This is the story of the girl who crossed the big prairie with her brother Mike. The setting has a reminiscene of the French 'Musette Waltz' because it was said that Betsy originally came from Paris.3. 'The Fiddler in the Rain' - This is the song from the play 'The Arkansas Traveller' which was very popular in Ohio in the 1850's.4. 'Johnny and Frankie' - This is the combination of 2 songs 'When Johnny comes home' and 'Frankie and Johnny'. The lyrics of the songs have nothing in common, but the two melodies seem to be made to blend perfectly.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£61.00Salve Maria - Saverio Mercadente
The Italian composer Saverio Mercadante (1795-1870) was highly estimated by his contemporaries, even Liszt and Rossini praised him much. He wrote over 60 operas and was one of the 19th century operacomposers whose works were most often performed. 'Salve Maria' was originally a religious song dating from 1864. Mercadante was also fascinated by instrumental music and so he arranged a lot of his opera arias and several songs for solo instruments with orchestral accompaniment.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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