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All Limbo Like Me - Mike Hannickel
Relive the joyous sound of the West Indies 'limbo' dance with this easy concert band work based on an old West Indian melody.
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?
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£149.99
Ritual - Jan Hadermann
Ritual, a work for large concert band, describes the atmosphere during a pagan ceremonial offering. The tension of the approaching ritual, softly supported by a mysterious percussion accompaniment, slowly builds and leads to an enticing dance. This precedes the height of the ritual, the pagan sacrifice. Following the sacrifice the peace seems to be restored until suddenly a surprising final turn ends Ritual.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£154.99Symphonic Variations - Jacob de Haan
This composition is based on a passacaglia theme, in which artistic perfection, symphonic drama and oriental melody lines play a role. The passacaglia is originally a dance made up of a series of variations above a bass line constantly present as an ostinato. It is not in this sense that the "Symphonic Variations" are in the passacaglia form but in the sense of the open form of the variations. Jacob de Haan, himself originally an organist, took his inspiration for this piece from the famous passacaglia for organ in C-minor by J.S. Bach. Following the introduction of the passacaglia theme (in the bass) the entry by the trumpets and trombones forms the majestic start to amusical adventure, in which this theme (often fragmentary) returns in variations. Then there follow two faster movements with dramatic contrasts and virtuose passages. Particularly striking here is the use of two characteristic intervals from the beginning of the theme namely the minor second and the augmented fourth. An apause in the composition comes in the slow bridge where a syncopated bourdon (perfect fifth) is constantly repeated. The tension grows in dynamics and harmony, and the oriental-flavour becomes obvious in the melody. We arrive at a faster movement via an accelerando, in which a perpetuum mobile based on the passacaglia theme is central. Finally the whole flows into a martial theme, in which the ostinato accompaniment n the descant derives from the passacaglia theme.
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£94.99
Farewell Song - Victor E. Nessler
Farewell Song has been taken from Der Trompetervon Sckingen by Victor E. Nessler (1841-1890). Thisopera tells the sentimental story of a plain musicianwho is eventually allowed to marry the daughter ofa baron. From the first performance in 1884, thisopera was well liked - not so much because of thestory but because of its musical features. Impressivetrumpet solos, drinking songs and dance scenes werethe ingredients that enthralled audiences throughoutEurope. Today, only the farewell song called JungWerner's Abschied, also known as Beht' dich Gott,has remained an absolute winner. Wil van der Beekhas written a fine arrangement of this entitledFarewell Song. He felt itwas appropriate to entrustthe melody of this song, originally written for tenorvoice, to the baritone or euphonium.
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£84.99
The Hungarian Spirit - Roland Kernen
In The Hungarian Spirit Roland Kernen expresses the national character of Hungary.Varied dance melodies create the picture of the hope that is cherished by the people in this country and conveys a feeling of intense happiness to the listener.The piece is characterised by cheerful melodies, dynamic contrasts, virtuoso ornamentations and seems to radiate enthusiasm!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50Dances of Serenity - Robert Sheldon
This charming composition features a rhythmic dance in 3/2 time, a playful tune in time and a heartfelt lyrical interlude in 4/4 time. These three themes seamlessly flow into each other to create a tapestry of contrasting styles and emotions.
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£87.50
Summer Dances - Brian Balmages
Exciting woodwind flourishes set the stage for the heroic main motive of the piece, stated by the brass. This theme is woven throughout the piece in contrasting settings, styles, and colors. A beautiful, lyric chamber sectiongives way to a stately dance presented by the full ensemble. A powerful ending caps this dynamic piece.
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£58.50
Ritual Dances - Elliot Del Borgo
This is classic Del Borgo: bold and dissonant harmonies combined with powerful percussion scoring. It features a rhythmically driving setting that captures the emotion and drama of a ritual dance ceremony. This exciting new work provides plenty of musical energy for any performance situation.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50
Medicine Wheel - Douglas D. Nott
This interesting composition celebrates the cultural heritage of the Yakima Indian tribe of the American Northwest. Medicine Wheel is an excellent study in ostinato textures, utilizing authentic percussion dance rhythms.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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