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£87.99Tokyo Nocturne - Philip Sparke
Tokyo Nocturne was commissioned by the Tokyo Wind Symphony Orchestra to celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2023. They gave the world premiere under maestro Keita Matsui on November 5th that year. The work opens quietly on a solo clarinet with a modal phrase, which builds as more instruments enter until, over a static, muted brass chord, the textures thin to introduce a chorale-like passage for the woodwinds. This intensifies until the brass enter with a chorale of their own, again building to a celebratory full-band climax. The optimistic mood changes abruptly to one of uncertainty but only to reintroduce the brass chorale, this time on the woodwinds, in a quieter, calmer iteration. The music again builds to a climax, where the brass majestically repeat the opening clarinet melody, before the mood relaxes to bring the work to a peaceful close.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£183.99Knocking at Heaven's Gate - Jan Van der Roost
Knocking at Heaven's Gate briefly brings us into contact with heaven by way of music. It has beautiful solos for euphonium and flugelhorn, a star role for the trumpets and trombones, but it is also a joy to play for the entire band! Ethereal echoes, expressive melodies, powerful tuttis and radiant chords: there is a lot to be enjoyed by everyone, including the audience.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£102.99Predator - Thierry Deleruyelle
The peace of a mountain village is shattered by a dreadful rumour: whether animal or something more disturbing, a creature is said to be prowling the area. After a quiet beginning, the music builds up with tense, nervous lines: fear sets in. The soundscape becomes fantastical, almost like a Halloween night.The villagers gather to hunt down the beast, with the orchestra conveying their determination through clear and energetic writing. The chase accelerates, breathless and spectacular, up to an uncertain outcome: the creature vanishes, without anyone having seen it. The initial chorale returns, calmer but not reassuring. The village regains its tranquillity, while retaining the memory of a mystery that has never been solved.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Souvenir De Porto Rico - Louis Moreau Gottschalk
Gottschalk didn't live long enough to leave a large catalogue, but the works he brought to the public were quite popular in their day. This is one of his more well-known works, skillfully rendered for band by Michael Brignolo. It brings the vivid colors and sounds of the Caribbean to life.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Forevermore - Thomas Doss
The work Forevermore was commissioned for a wedding; it describes the themes of friendship, partnership, and loyalty. One of the most beautiful things in life is going through it together and maintaining the bond of love forever. This solemn work opens with warm woodwind sounds and a soft percussion accompaniment, followed by a build-up to a colourful tutti passage. After a gentle middle section, a grand tutti sound develops again, but the work finally ends in an almost intimate atmosphere.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99Arioso Cantabile - Jan Van der Roost
This composition exudes serenity and tranquillity, but also intensity and expressiveness - giving it similar qualities to earlier works by Van der Roost, like Canterbury Chorale and Adagio for Winds. Long melodic lines characterize the main themes that arise in different registers and develop through varying keys. The band rather sounds like an organ: the varying timbres and broad musical phrases fully justify the comparison with this majestic instrument. There is no bombast, and the work contains no exaggerated technical or rhythmic tours de force. On the contrary, from a lush richness it moves towards a softening final passage that culminates in a slowly fading final chord: following the many warm harmonies and grand melodies, this work concludes in a contemplative mood.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95Adventus - Scott Watson
Adventus, meaning "arrival" or "debut" and celebratory in nature, was written to showcase the playing achievements of students. After a bold fanfare statement, the main theme is developed (first playfully, then with more grandeur). A contrasting moment of calm transitions to the exciting return of the opening theme, followed by triumphant closing material. Written squarely for Grade 1 players but with an attractive, mature sound that belies its level, Adventus, by Scott Watson, would make the perfect concert opener or closer. (2:30) Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 5.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£73.50Soothsayer - Eric Rath
Soothsayer, by Eric Rath, is a study in contrast and mood. Music with a mystical and otherworldly tone portrays a soothsayer--an oracle, fortune teller, or diviner. Mostly in 3/4 time and primarily built on the octatonic scale (half and whole steps alternating), the percussionists also get to have a heyday with this one. Students not only get to show off their technical side but work to develop smooth, flowing lines and a maturity to balance the most important part at any given moment. Enjoy the ride! (2:55)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£62.95Looking Up - Patrick Roszell
Going through a major life change can be tough, but it can show you strengths you never knew you had. Written with flowing melodies and lush harmonies, Looking Up, by Patrick Roszell
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£62.95Turquoise - William Owens
Turquoise, by William Owens, is a gentle piece that honors a student who selflessly served her community during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is generally quiet and peaceful, reflecting her care for others, but grows strong, revealing her profound impact. A touching tribute to a remarkable girl's legacy, her life celebrated through heartfelt music. (3:25)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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