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£292.00Marco Polo (French text) - Antonio Rossi
Marco Polo (Venice, 1254), son of Venetian merchants, left in 1271 with his father Niccol and his uncle Matteo, towards the distant China at the court of the Mongol emperor Kublai Khan. The long journey, which lasted three and a half years, led the Polos to cross Turkey, Central Asia, the Pamir, and the Gobi desert. The intelligence of the young Marco and his curiosity towards new customs and languages raises the interest of the emperor so much that he decides to keep him at his court by appointing him ambassador. This assignment takes him to newly conquered southern China and other parts of southern Asia. In 1292, the Great Kublai Khan agrees, albeit reluctantly, to let him go.Marco, after 17 years at his service, can finally return to Venice, but not before completing a last mission for the Grand Khan: accompanying his niece, Princess Kokachin, to Persia, where she would marry. A few years after his arrival in Venice, Marco finds himself involved in a naval battle against the Genoese people in which the Venetians are defeated. Consequently, Marco is captured and taken to prison in Genoa. There, he meets the storyteller Rustichello da Pisa to whom he tells the story of his adventurous journey. After his release, Marco returned to Venice and led a comfortable life until his death in 1324.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£91.20King Arthur - Antonio Petrillo
The legendary figure of Arthur, British leader, is mainly the result of folklore and literary invention. According to the tales Arthur, who in the most ancient sources is called "Warlord," defended Great Britain from the Saxon invaders between the fifth and sixth centuries. In the introductory measures of the piece, we can hear the basic themes developing freely one after the other. The first movement (Allegretto - march) describes Arthur with his most faithful riders galloping on his horse for simple rides in the woods or hunting moments. The second movement (Vivace - gigue), describes court dances to celebrate his victories over the Saxons. The third and last movement (Moderato - grandiose) portrays the special relationship between Arthur and Excalibur, the magical and mysterious sword that only he managed to extract from the rock before being proclaimed king. Excalibur's scabbard is said to have the power to protect King Arthur from being wounded in battle.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50
Heros Tale - Daniel W. Chisham
A very playable, and very descriptive composition, this musical narrative tells the story of a hero and his adventure, musically leading us into a war with polytonality as the battleground. The upper winds introduce the main theme, which is then counterattacked by the lower winds. All this time the percussion plays a steady drone to the rhythm of the battle. The work ends with the hero emerging triumphantly in a majestic finale.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50The Blue and The Gray - Nancy H. Seward
Music from the Civil War, concluding with The Battle Hymn of the Republic, this is a great teaching piece, not only musically, but in interdisciplinary ways, including history, social studies and geography. ( 2 minutes 35 seconds)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Sounds Of America - Robert E. Foster
Take part in a musical journey through America that culminates in a thrilling finale on Battle Hymn Of the Republic. A perfect patriotic climax or finale for any concert or festival. (3 minutes)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50Legend Of Wilson's Creek - David Gorham
This programmatic work was commissioned by the Republic, Missouri High School Band. The title refers to a battle that took place at Wilsons Creek near Springfield, Missouri early in the Civil War. The music is based on the traditional tune Johnny Has Gone For a Soldier, which was a popular song during both the Revolutionary and the Civil Wars. The song is a womans lament for her man who is going off to war. The piece begins with a plaintive quiet section which developes and builds, evolving into an exciting fast section.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50Gates Of The Minotaur - Barry E. Kopetz
The Minotaur is the legendary creature with the body of a man and the head of a bull, or the body of a bull and the head of a man. In Greek mythology The Minotaur was evil, preying on youths and young maidens from Athens. The musical depiction in this composition begins with the legendary half-man/half-animal guarding the gates to the famous Labyrinth, its home. The Greek hero, Theseus enters the Labyrinth, locates the evil Minotaur, and after a dramatic battle to the death, succeeds in killing him with a sword. This is a bold, programmatic work for young band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50
Napoleon At Waterloo - Barry E. Kopetz
The French emperor, Napoleon Bonaparte, was one of the most colorful and successful European leaders of his era until his final battle at Waterloo. Napoleons forced surrender is the theme that inspired this new work for band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Warriors Of Sparta - Robert E. Foster Jr.
Experience the exploits of the great Spartan warriors through this bold musical portrayal. Beginning with a call to battle, the music builds as the proud army grows and drama builds. A final triumphant celebration of victory highlights the powerful conclusion. Young players will enjoy performing and audiences wont forget Warriors of Sparta.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Zombie Nation - Robert E. Foster Jr.
This fun and creepy music pays tribute to these gruesome creatures that have brought thrills and chills through books, movies and television. Their popularity has only grown and in the battle for world supremacy they now take over the concert stage, making us a true Zombie Nation!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days