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£113.30Moderate Dances - Angelo Sormani
This piece is a tribute to dance music, especially passionate, intense and meditative dance music. "Moderate Dances" is divided into three movements: a "Tango", a "Slow Waltz" and a "Bossa Nova". Each movement and each dance has its own particular characteristics but, when combined, these different rhythmic beats and times give the piece a feeling of completeness and uniformity. The Tango started to flourish in the suburbs of Buenos Aires in around 1880. There is still some doubt as to its origins, which may be Cuban (Habanera) but are probably African. It was most popular in Argentina and Brazil: here the male protagonist was originally the "gaucho" with his inseparable guitar, later to be replaced by the proud, elegant "compadre". By around 1910 the Tango had spread to Italy and France. New clubs opened, where the upper classes could watch and dance the Tango. Here the dance also underwent some rapid transformations. The exaggerated and extravagant gestures and body movements disappeared. Slow, gliding steps replaced the old rotational movements. The women's red ankle-boots and the partners "staring into each other's eyes" accentuated the erotic nature and sensuality of this dance. So much so that, in 1913, the German government banned soldiers from dancing the Tango. Those who broke the law were immediately discharged from the army. From a strictly musical perspective, the basic instruments were a flute, a harp (the diatonic harp typically played by the Indians of Paraguay) and a violin, or flute, guitar and violin or even clarinet, guitar and violin. These instruments were easy to transport, ideal for playing at parties, in the streets and in courtyards. The musicians played by ear, frequently improvising: there were no scores, no records, which is the main reason why it is impossible to trace the Tango back to its exact origins. However, the Tango's evolution (and growing popularity) was once again fostered by its fundamental ability to absorb "other" cultures, languages and sounds. And it was the arrival of the "bandoneon" (an accordion-like instrument that was invented in Germany and brought to Rio de la Plata by some immigrant), which replaced the flute, that marked the beginning of the Tango's huge success outside Argentina. A number of talented composers, above all the great Astor Piazzola (1921-1992), transformed the bandoneon from a simple accompanying instrument to a solo instrument that was to become the distinguishing feature of the 20th century Tango. The Slow Waltz originated from the Waltz, the typical dance of the Bavarian and Tyrolese peasants in the 1700s. It was composers like Johann Strauss, father and son, who carried the Waltz to its zenith in the 1800s, creating the sensual and melancholy yet joyful and charming dance we are all familiar with. When the Waltz first became popular in Germany, the members of respectable society were shocked at the closeness of the dancing partners, who had always previously danced apart. The main difference between the Waltz and Slow Waltz is that the latter has a slower, more expressive rhythm: the men wear tails and the women wear ball gowns decorated with beads and feathers and couples dance in graceful rotational movements. "Bossa Nova" is the title of the last movement in the piece. Jobim, the great Brazilian musician, described this musical genre as a combination of modern Jazz and Samba. Bossa Nova means "new wave". This was the name of the artistic and musical movement that evolved in Brazil in the late Fifties and was extremely popular throughout the Sixties. The songs are usually about love or social matters, drawing inspiration from the slums of Rio De Janeiro and the lives of their inhabitants. Bossa Nova, with its original compositions and the artistic talent of its musicians, also became hugely popular in the United States and Europe, and top Jazz musicians (Ella Fitzgerald, Stan Getz, Bob Cooper, Charlie Bird, Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon, Dizzy Gillespie) started to include Bossa in their repertoires.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£39.95Music for Junior Wind Band Vol. 3
Another fabulous arrangement from Adrian Taylor of popular tunes for Junior Wind Ensemble. It is not necessary to have all parts being played for these arrangements. Most will work fine with just the two Trumpet/Clarinet parts and a bass line from trombones, tubas or bassoons. With the exception of the bassoon part, all instruments have a part 1 (more advanced and with key signatures) and a part 2 (easier music, lower notes, rarely crossing the break for woodwind players, and without key signatures for treble clef instruments). A piano part is included to help fill out the harmonies for smaller groups.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£39.95Music for Junior Wind Band Vol. 4 Christmas - Gustav Holst
It is not necessary to have all parts being played for these arrangements. Most will work fine with just the two Trumpet/Clarinet parts and a bass line from trombones, tubas or bassoons. With the exception of the bassoon part, all instruments have a part 1 (more advanced and with key signatures) and a part 2 (easier music, lower notes, rarely crossing the break for woodwind players, and without key signatures for treble clef instruments). A piano part is included to help fill out the harmonies for smaller groups.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Sailor's Holiday - Nancy H. Seward
Nancy Seward has combined two of the most beloved sea shanties. Shenandoah offers experience with dynamic nuances and legato style, with the phrases clearly marked. The Drunken Sailor, marked lively, reinforces all of the basic 16th note patterns for all instruments in a detached style, which includes a variety of articulation and dynamic contrast.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50March Of The Royal Guard - David Gorham
Composed in classic American march style, this is just the right march to create spirit and enthusiasm with your young players. All the ingredients are here for a successful performance: a tuneful melody, lively rhythms and interesting parts for all players. Youll find this snappy march to be especially effective as a concert opener or closer.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50The Fourth Angel - Roland Barrett
On April 19, 1995 the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was the target of a devastating bombing that resulted in a terrible lose of life, including 19 children to whom this work is dedicated. Re-creating the eerie atmosphere that lead up to this horrible event, it closes with a moving musical memorial for all the victims, offering a message of hope and comfort to all those involved. A truly exceptional work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Space Raiders - Robert E. Foster Jr.
Blast-Off with the perfect opener to energize any elementary concert! Flashy brass melodies with nice woodwind countermelodies (all using just five notes) and driving rhythmic patterns in the percussion provide an "out-of-this-world" experience. It can be performed with as few as five percussionists; however, there are optional parts that will keep all your young space raiders completely involved in the mission!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Step Right Up - David Gorham
The carnival is back in town! From the writer that brought us The Fortune Tellers Daughter, here is a return to all the atmosphere and allure of exotic sights, thrilling rides and amazing games of skill. All you need to do is step right up and get your ticket for delightful programming for young bands!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50Creepy Classics For Band - Robert E. Foster
A great way to introduce some of the best-known themes from classical literature in a fun and spooky package! Four of the most haunting classical themes: In the Hall of the Mountain King; The Sorcerers Apprentice; Danse Macabre and A Night on Bald Mountain conjure up images of ghosts, witches, sorcerers and all manner of creepy, spooky creatures. Especially suitable for Halloween concerts, youll want to program this all year round!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99What's On The Housetop - Robert E. Foster
Celebrate with Santa, his reindeer, elves, and boys and girls of all ages in this happy holiday celebration. Join them all for a rollicking good time as Santa arrives for another wonderful holiday. Everyone gets to play the melody in this seasonal favorite as the jolly old elf gets ready to go down the chimney and share some Christmas joy.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days