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£104.99
L'Amico Fritz - Pietro Mascagni
When you say Mascagni you immediately think of Cavalleria rusticana. This work brought Mascagni overnight fame after his wife - without him knowing - entered the score in a composition contest and it won first prize. Cavalleria rusticana became an incredible success, overshadowing the premiere of his next opera, L'Amico Fritz. L'Amico Fritz can still be considered a successful opera, with its highlights being the 'Cherry Duet' and this intermezzo, arranged by the Japanese Kimura.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£45.95
In Quest Of Uluru - James Swearingen
The slow introduction splits the melody between the clarinets, alto sax, and flute. This builds into a full band statement scored in a very lush manner. A faster section moves between 4/4 and 2/4, creating a pulse that captivatesthe listener. The repetitive rhythms and solid scoring of James Swearingen make this an ideal festival or contest piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95Rocky Mountain Romp - Brian Balmages
This symphonic hoedown is reminiscent of Aaron Copland and salutes the rich traditions of the Rocky Mountains. Spirited melodies intertwine with engaging, easily achievable rhythms as the work evokes images of the West. Ideal for contest or festival, this piece will also work well for the lighter portion of your program. An optional advanced snare drum part is included for your developing percussionists.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£224.99Les Marteaux de la Marine - Rob Goorhuis
Les Marteaux de La Marine was composed in 1999 as a commission by the Marine Band of the Royal Netherlands Navy. The composition contains three static elements which interchange. Static in this case means that development of the material isnot pursued (by the composer). The first element with which the piece begins is tranquil and colourful. The second element is sharp and incisive, while the third expresses energy. In all elements a repeated tone is the starting point whichexplains the hammers in the works title.The instrumentation is richly variegated with a harp also determining the palette of colours in the slower movements. The composition opens with an atmospheric Larghetto containing fine harmonies in thesoft and subtly moving wood-winds. The introduction breathes an impressionistic atmosphere in which expressive cantilenas and soloistic agile motifs stand out. A strong setting is followed by an Allegro virtuoso containing fast motifs contrasted withshort and rhythmic stars of the various instrumental sections. Trumpets and horns add a virtuoso bugle-call motif. After a short stringendosection, the transparent Larghetto returns with a varied setting of the opening elements. The beautifulleading roles in this section are reserved for cornet (trumpet) and horn. Subsequently, the flashing Vivo starts with continuous movements in triplets from both wood-winds and brass. Next, the opening Allegro re-appears once again and thus LesMarteaux de la Marine ends with a fast and virtuoso climax. Les Marteaux de La Marine was selected as a compulsory grade 6 contest piece for symphonic bands in the Netherlands.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Songs of the Whalemen - Elliot Del Borgo
An original contest work based on sea songs, this exciting work contains all the elements needed to take your group over the top. Good, strong writing at the young band level.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Angelic Festival
Richard Saucedo has emerged as one of the best writers of contemporary band works. His newest piece is geared for festival or contest use - a playable, exciting overture with distinctive motifs and a harmonic vocabulary that has great appeal with today's younger players.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Fire Dance - Douglas Akey
Here is an exciting new work for younger groups written entirely using a single tempo. The opening unison melody is used as a focal point which is developed and expanded throughout. Douglas Akey uses layers of sound, active percussion writing and even a section of canonic development in this fresh-sounding gem perfect for contest or festivals. Includes audio performance track that can accessed online using the unique code inside each book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Tuscola Mountain Celebration - Paul Murtha
With a touch of high country ruggedness and Appalachian charm, this original overture by Paul Murtha is an excellent choice for contest or concert programming. A single catchy melody is woven throughout the work in a variety of styles and settings. From the joyous opening and clarinet statement to the tender slower sections to the blazing full band passages, this work packs plenty of variety into a very effective setting.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Gateway March - Eric Osterling
Easy marches that sound authentic and still work with beginners are hard to find. Here is a gem from Eric Osterling that works great even with small bands with incomplete instrumentation. With catchy melodies and repetitive rhythmic patterns, this one is easy to learn and is perfect for contest or concert use. Dur: 1:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99American Barndance - Richard L. Saucedo
Rhythmic and energetic, this lively work contains elements of an early American character but also features a poignant, calmer section with a lighter texture and interlaced lyric motifs. The piece builds to a dramatic peak with apowerful and majestic statement by the full ensemble. The final segment, however, becomes more and more frenzied with mixed meters and relentless percussion figures as it races to an exciting conclusion. Filled with humor andcreativity, this unique composition will easily find a place in your contest or festival repertoire. Dur: 3:35 (Grade 4)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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