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The Enemy God and the Dance of the Spirits - Sergei Prokofiev
The Russian ballet director Sergei Diaghilev commissioned many composers to write music for the theatre. This was what caused Serge Prokofiev to compose the four part Scytische Suite (also known as Ala and Lolli) in 1916, from which The Enemy God and the Dance of the Spirits can be heard on this CD. This suite is one of Prokofiev's first works, and received negative criticism following its first performance on account of its being "uncivilised". Prokofiev himself wrote after this first performance ". . . The timpani player beat the skin of the timpani to tatters, and the whole orchestra voiced a protest. A cellist complained that he only put up with the violence, createdby the blaring brass, on account of his sick wife and three children . . .".
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£58.50Highlander - Carl Strommen
This energetic concert or festival opener is sure to make your band sparkle! Highlander is full of bright melodies for the woodwinds and trumpets juxtaposed with bagpipe-like drones in the low brass, calling to mind images of old Scotland. Generous use of the piccolo adds to the Scottish flair. A lovely woodwind chorale provides for an interesting contrast in the middle section, only to be interrupted by the exciting main melody which modulates and brings Highlander to a fantastic finish. Highlander is another sparkling concert or contest showpiece by Carl Strommen!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£48.95New Orleans Strut - Mark Williams
Take a trip to the Big Easy with "New Orleans Strut." Even very young bands will get into the groove of this piece, and the low brass and woodwinds will enjoy playing the hint of "The Saints" hidden in their parts. This Dixieland Jazz inspired piece is sure to be a favorite with young bands and their audiences alike. Correlates to Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 19. (2:25) This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£66.95Vistas - Steve Hodges
Featuring two melodic motives that are developed texturally and rhythmically throughout the piece, Vistas begins in a light, reflective manner before gradually building into a majestic contrapuntal statement by the brass. A driving percussion introduction begins the Vigoroso section and provides the rhythmic foundation for the second Vista. This minor setting of the initial motives provides an exciting variation that features a variety of meter changes and syncopated passages. A restatement of the initial motives with the driving rhythmic accompaniment begins an extended conclusion that brings the piece to a dynamic finish.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£92.50Intrepid Fanfare - Pasternak
Like the aircraft carrier that bears its name, "Intrepid Fanfare" is bold, strong, and impressive. Heroic brass statements contrasted by flowing lyrical lines in the woodwinds and French horns create a dynamic musical statement. Ideal to open any concert, festival, or ceremonial performance, John Pasternak's powerful new work for wind band will find its place in your standard repertoire.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£58.50Level Up! - Connor
Inspired by the gameplay and epic music of role playing video games, this work opens with intensity featuring the percussion with strong contributions by the low brass and woodwinds. A broad triumphant melody highlights the trumpets providing contrast and momentum. With accessible and interesting parts for every section, this work will make an exciting concert selection for any young band!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Christmas Encore
Close your holiday concert with a flourish. Beginning with a heralding brass fanfare statement, this arrangement quickly transitions into a fun and energetic interplay between the wind sections. The fanfare returns leading to a classic orchestral ending that will bring the audience to their feet. This could become a tradition on your annual holiday program.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£73.50When Saint Nick Comes Marching In
New Orleans and its unique music history has impacted the entire world through the roots of jazz and popular music. Beginning with a trumpet solo inspired by Louis Armstrong, the piece quickly transitions to a Dixieland Jazz quintet. The full band, in the tradition of the New Orleans Brass Bands, joins the street parade with Saint Nick leading the celebration shouting "Heaux, Heaux, Heaux!" Staging and performance options abound. This will be the hit of your holiday concert!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Skill Stretchers For Band - Hoefle
Not a warm-up...not a chorale. Skill Stretchers are a way to efficiently move your band beyond the first five notes by working to extend ranges, accidentals and key signatures (in a way that students discover for themselves!). In addition, Skill Stretchers prepare the clarinets to go over the break, introduce lip slurs for brass as well as octave slurs for other woodwinds. Accents, flams, paradiddles and nine-stroke rolls are included for the snare drum. Octaves and arpeggios are introduced to mallet percussion. Skill Stretchers are a supplement to any band method. Used for a few minutes daily, they provide a systematic way to conquer many of the individual challenges that occur with each instrument.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Thumbs Up! - Hoefle
Help your clarinets over the break, your flutes jump octaves, and your brass players buzz sirens all within this fun concert tune! Thumbs Up incorporates clarinet register key pop-ups from low C to G and low F to C in an otherwise simple part to give them lots of practice while you prepare for your performance! Entertain your audience as you educate them on the techniques their children are learning!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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