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£56.99Chinese Folk Fantasy (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Curnow, James
The distinctive music of China and its rich history in the arts give this medley a special appeal to student performers. James Curnow's excellent blend of three traditional folk melodies is ideal as a teaching piece for young bands, and also an effective number for contest or festival.Includes:Dayung SampanShalihonbaYangtze Boatmen's ChanteyDuration: 2:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£108.40Draco - Alex Poelman
This composition is based on an old Chinese myth about the constellation Draco which is still to be seen in the firmament between the Great Bear and the Little Bear. The Chinese people believed that when there was en eclipse, Draco was eating the sun. They tried to drive away the dragon with heavy drum beatings. The score boasts two main themes evoking respectively the sun and the Chinese people. You can hear successively the Chinese worshipping the rising sun, the threat of Draco and the triumph of the sun and the Chinese over the dragon. Because of the Asiatic sounds you will imagine to make a short trip through the ancient Chinese Empire.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£139.99Papyrus - Thomas Doss
The history of paper ranges over more than five thousand years: likely starting around 3500 BC in old Egypt with the use of papyrus. The oldest findings of written paper date from 2700 BC. In China, the first production of paper took place in the year 105 AD. The Arabs acquired their knowledge of the art of making paper around 750 AD, thanks to Chinese prisoners of war. Around the same time, the Celtic Ogham script was created in Ireland and carved into stones or trees. In Europe, the first paper mill was not put into operation until the 12th century! No matter how different the production methods and its historical use, paper was always a way to pass on wisdom, art and knowledge. Even today, in the age of digitalisation, paper still has a somewhat 'sacred' image. With Papyrus, Thomas Doss has written a wonderful composition in which the history of paper is reflected, and listeners can very much hear the various periods of this history represented throughout the piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£56.50Hsien - Earl J. Fox
In popular Chinese religion Hsien (shyuhn) are believed to be benevolent spirits that roam the earth spreading goodwill and peace. This piece depicts a kindly invisible force roaming the earth seeking to do good and promote acts of kindness for those in need, portraying the essence of Hsien. (3:30)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Firecracker - Sciaino
Drawing inspiration from the Lunar New Year Firecracker Ceremony in New York City's Chinatown, "Firecracker" is an exhilarating celebration at a sizzling tempo that's sure to please. Images of crackling explosives, dazzling colors, and joyful dance fuel this annual event that honors Chinese culture. A contagious drumbeat played on traditional drums by musicians traveling from business to business wishes good fortune and prosperity in the coming year. This is emulated in this selection with flexible numbers of percussionists who can call all join in on the fun. Meanwhile, wind players will love the opportunity to nimbly play soaring melodic lines over the invigorating rhythmic figures found throughout. You'll love "Firecracker" and its vigorous, jubilant spirit! Unique!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99
China Suite - Mike Hannickel
This delightful beginning band suite is based on three Chinese folk songs. The extremely limited ranges and rhythms make it accessible to any band, and the "suite" format gives you a great deal of flexibility in performance.There are numerous suggestions for additional interest in the percussion section, but it is easily performed with just the standard instruments, or even lacking a percussion section altogether!Explore the orient with CHINA SUITE this year!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£99.99The Nutty Nutcracker - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Imagine Tchaikovsky on a vacation trip that was arranged by a really, really bad travel agent. That, in a "nutshell", describesThe Nutty Nutcracker. This humorous style parody of what may arguably be some of the best-known melodies on the planetis a certain crowd pleaser. Everybody knows the tunes, but not like THIS! The Arabian Tango; The Chinese Hoedown; TheWaltz of the Mariachi Flowers; The Dance of the Klezmer Clarinets and MORE. You get the idea! Great fun for everyone.You'llwant to use Mike Hannickel's A Nutty Nutcracker again and again.Whoops! Where are we?
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.70Far Eastern Dream - Paul Voet
The longest trip we make is to the Far East. Japan, China, Tibet,... all countries with an enormous cultural background and history. Percussion is very important here to give a rich dimension to this Japanese 'Black Bamboo' theme. Tam-tam, Chinese cymbals, Tibetan gong and a kododrum (if not possible, large floor tom) together with marimba and glockenspiel are used all the time in a carefulway. A solo cornet presents the main theme that is answered by the whole lower brass section. Whilethis theme develops now and then the sounds of the impressive 'dung' is heard. (dung is the Tibetan very large trumpet-like instrument with loud and very deep sounds) In a quicker tempo Eb bass, euphonium and solo cornet start with the theme and even the counter theme. The whole group joins the party but everything ends very silently with mute.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Apex - Peter Meechan
Apex is a solo which can be played on any instrument (the recording on this page is with the Chinese Er-hu). It was originally commissioned by Mark Bousie and David Armitage (President of Sellers International Ltd.) for the Sellers International Youth Band to perform at the Action Research Entertainment Contest in Blackpool, 2007.The accompaniments parts are simple, and they feature singing, as well plenty of percussion!Apex takes its title from the literal meaning of the word - the highest point.First performance:Sellers International Youth BandMark Bousie - ConductorJoe Murray - CornetPerformance notes:The singing parts are written in transposed pitch, and should be sung to an "ah" soundThe percussionists should feel free to add instruments (Such as bongos) and treat section C to the end as a guide, which they can change and build onFrom section C until the end, percussion parts 1 and 2 may be played by one percussionist on a drum set
Estimated dispatch 5-14 working days
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