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When the morning stars sang - James Curnow
At times intimate and reflective, at times boisterous and unrelenting, this uplifting new work by James Curnow was inspired by the biblical story of Job and his "never give up" attitude. The old spiritual Balm in Gilead is incorporated as the piece takes us through tribulation and solace, turmoil and relief. The full spectrum of orchestration from rich, dark Brasses to flashing Woodwinds, and some small solo recitatives create contrast in density as well as mood. There is a great deal to appreciate in the scoring and construction of this piece as you prepare for performance.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£141.99Dialogues - James Curnow
Expect the unexpected in this major new work for Saxophone quartet and band by James Curnow. Built on a grand thematic plane, this tour de force employs the full range of expression. Gleaming modernity; dark modality; rhythms ranging from tentative to deliberate; and throughout, a sense of mysterious expectation for what is next to come. Expectations are fulfilled with the Presto finale.Not every band is capable of playing at this level, but if yours is, consider breaking new ground with DIALOGUES.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Ancient Echoes - James L. Hosay
This is your chance to program something intriguing, exciting and unique. The ancient meets the modern in James L. Hosay's distinctive new modal fantasy for Young Band. The mysterious chant-like opening soon gives way to a rhythmically-accented section whose melodies evoke a distant time and place - a time of seers, sages, oracles, and a dark and misty past. Give your young musicians something out of the ordinary to interpret!Different!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£109.99
Metalla - Jan Van der Roost
Metalla was commissioned by the 'Kreisverband Altenkirchen' of Germany and dedicated to Ottomar Jung. The composer himself conducted the premiere of the piece, which was performed by the 'Jugendorchester Kreisverband Altenkirchen' on 25 March 1999.The region of Altenkirchen is known for its iron mines, which find musical expression in the dark mood of the introduction (andante misterioso). This effect is accomplished with overlapping seventh intervals, orchestral crescendos, a succession of broad chords and the presentation of most themes in the middle register of the band.The dynamic section (allegro energico) that follows the introduction is characterized by concise figures inthe brass and a second motif, a kind of rippling motion depicting the Sieg River, an important element in the landscape of the Altenkirchen region.The work closes with a final theme that returns a number of times, albeit in different guises. After a brief repeat of the seventh intervals from the beginning, a last radiant chord signals the end of the piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£93.50Vanquish - Bruce W. Tippette
Vanquish is a cinematic piece that takes the listener on a musical journey. The piece begins dark and foreboding with well-placed harmonic tension that leads to an up-tempo driving section of the main material before a development and interplay between the two sections of the work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50
She Who Watches (Tsagaglalal) - Douglas D. Nott
Based on authentic musical material from Washington state's Yakima Indian Nation, the composer has woven this lovely melody through a series of dark, rich textures complemented by full percussion. Sure to please both students and audiences alike.
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£110.00
Revolution (Scherzo for Band) - Erik Morales
Be immersed in a sea of swirling colors with this bold and exciting new scherzo for band. The furious 3-beat pulse evokes images of spiraling colors and dark, passionate, and intense moods. Animated rhythms give way to a poignant hymn introduced and concluded by a piccolo solo in a contrasting lyrical section. Spiraling once again into a juxtaposition of themes, the work combines excellent percussion writing, soaring melodies, and great counterpoint to drive the piece to a furious and spectacular finish! (5:34)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£62.95
Through Darkened Sleepy Hollow - Erik Morales
Depicting a harrowing night of ghosts and horse chases, this intriguing work recalls the very night Ichabod Crane was chased by the Headless Horseman. The dark atmosphere is immediately conveyed as slow tromboneglissandi add to the eeriness. Suddenly, the chase is on! For a moment, Ichabod thinks he may have escaped the apparition, but we soon find out this is not the case. The chase begins once more as the piece moves quickly to itsinevitable conclusion. Fantastic colors and imaginative!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50
Spider-Man
From the blockbuster movie Spider-Man comes Danny Elfman's dark and mysterious soundtrack theme. Very effectively scored for concert band, this arrangement by Ted Ricketts will add a little drama and excitement to anyconcert.
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£38.50
A Million Suns at Midnight - Steven Bryant
Though somewhat dark and dramatic in character, A Million Suns at Midnight is ultimately a hopeful, optimistic work, evoking the struggles of humanity to grow, achieve, and evolve, finally overcoming our fear (and its most common manifestation: violence) to transcend our physical and mental boundaries. Individuals now possess an unprecedented technological capability for both creation and destruction, and we must ensure that the million suns at midnight are not those of fiery destruction, but of bright hope. A Million Suns at Midnight is an appropriate and dramatic concert closer, and is constructed so as to require minimal rehearsal time with the full ensemble, allowing each section to work on their parts separately and assemble the whole quickly and confidently. NOTE: This work is available as a rental item directly from the composer. For details, e-mail [email protected]. The score is also available separately for purchase from Hal Leonard.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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