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£421.99The Book of Urizen (Movements I: The Vision and II: The Creation) (Soprano, Narrator and Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Haan, Jacob
The Book of Urizen is a work for concert band, solo soprano, and a male narrator in which sound collages of religious expressions are used. The piece is inspired by the compelling visionary poem of the same name (which the poet illustrated himself) by the Englishman William Blake (1757-1827), who occupies a unique position in western literature and the visual arts. He was not just a poet and a writer, but he was also a graphic artist, a painter, an illustrator, a spiritualist, a religious visionary, and a mystic philosopher. For the performance of this work, a professional sound system, including two microphones and a CD player, is needed. The three sound collages are three separate tracks on the enclosed CD and can be played easily at the right moment.The Book of Urizen bears resemblance to Genesis and Exodus, of which the contents form the basis of the Christian, Jewish, and Islamic faith. Blake adhered to the principle that all religions are in fact one, and that deities reside in human beings. In The Book of Urizen this is represented in "The Net of Religion," which is spanned over the earth by Urizen. The sound collages, compiled by Jacob de Haan in the studio, find their origin in Jerusalem, the Holy City, where the afore-mentioned faiths come together.In the first movement of this composition, The Vision, Urizen prepares his vision of the world, and he presents this to the "Eternals." His vision is rejected, and Urizen locks himself up in his own abstract world. When he does emerge again, he is confronted with rage by the gathered Eternals. Urizen flees the wrath of the Eternals, "the flames of eternal fury," and enwombs himself in his own world. When the Eternals see Urizen in his "stony sleep," they wonder if this is death. The blacksmith Los is torn by grief because of the isolation of Urizen. It brings him to rouse his fires, prepare his forge, and to give Urizen's world concrete form.In the second movement, The Creation, Urizen's world, but also man, woman, and child are created. Los is horrified with the appearance of Urizen's body. He mourns and pities Urizen, and from his blood a female form comes into being, with the name Enitharmon. The Eternals, fearful of the female form, decide to erect a tent to obstruct their view to eternity. Enitharmon and Los beget a son, called Orc. Los baptizes him as a child of the "fallen world." Orc is fed at Enitharmon's breast, which makes a girdle of jealousy restrict Los' chest. He takes the child to the top of the mountain and chains him down. The cries of Orc awaken Urizen, who explores his world creating instruments of scientific measurement to do so. Los encircles the face of Enitharmon from the sight of Urizen and Orc. She then populates the earth by giving birth to an enormous race.The Web, the third movement of The Book of Urizen, is available in a separate set.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Shrek Dance Party (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Murtha, Paul
Shrek and all his new friends enjoyed a rockin' karaoke party at the end of the movie. Paul's high-energy medley is fast-paced and doesn't give you a chance to get tired of any one song! Have fun with Just the Way You Are, Feelings, YMCA, Do You Really Want to Hurt Me, Stayin' Alive, Who Let the Dogs Out and Happy Together. Duration: 3:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£168.50Spirit of the Sequoia (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sparke, Philip
When Philip Sparke composed this piece he tried to create a work that characterised man's ability to overcome personal tragedy and the feeling of serenity gained when the tragedy is forgotten. To do this he decided to use the analogy of the sequoia, a generic name for the huge redwood trees, particularly the Californian redwood. The remarkable life cycle of these amazing trees involves them dropping seeds to the ground which require heat, such as a ferocious forest fire to re-grow. In a similar way, the human spirit can actually gain from setbacks - we become stronger after adversity. The music falls into sections which can broadly be characterised as doubt, conflict, catharsis, inner calm and finally triumph. A fantastic major concert work from the pen of Philip Sparke.Duration: 9:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£137.99All Time Favorites (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Iwai, Naohiro
Four top hits are included in All Time Favorites, arranged by Naohiro Iwai. This arrangement proves that Calendar Girl, The Loco Motion, April Love and Land of a Thousand Dances are hits that have survived with time and will continue to do so.Duration: 7:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£59.95The Big Easy Suite (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Ellerby, Martin
Sub-titled New Orleans, this suite sets out to recreate musically the joy of living that exists in the 'deep south' city nicknamed the 'Big Easy'.The four movements are:Mississippi Rag - echoing the wonderful music of Scott JoplinSatchmo! - which is a salute to the great Louis ArmstrongBourbon Street Blues - a gentle interlude, nothing to do but relaxMardi Gras - a time for the city to erupt into colour, music and dance.Fun to play and fun to listen to!Duration: 6:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Saxology (Saxophone Section Feature with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Osterling, Eric
Looking for something to do with those three rows of saxophones staring at you day after day? Take a look at this swinging sax feature from Eric Osterling. This will work great on any concert, and just maybe they will practive a little bit more!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lloyd Webber & Rice - Sweeney, Michael
This Andrew Lloyd Webber show has made a spectacular return to American stages with new musical arrangements, dazzling stage effects, and a top-selling soundtrack CD. Michael Sweeney's outstanding medley includes: Jacob and Sons, Any Dream Will Do, Song of the King, Close Every Door, and Go, Go, Go Joseph.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Hollywood Milestones (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Higgins, John
A blockbuster medley that includes some of the best musical icons from the last twenty-five years of film history. Includes: Theme from Jaws; Where Do I Begin (Love Story Theme); Star Trek - The Motion Picture; Raiders March; Chariots of Fire; Back to the Future; Theme from E.T.; Beauty and the Beast; Theme from Jurassic Park; Forrest Gump - Main Title; Main Title - Apollo 13.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Les Miserables, Music from (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael
One of Broadway's treasures is now available in this carefully crafted edition for younger groups. Michael Sweeney's treatment is well-paced with easy transitions, spotlighting four songs from the show. Included are: Work Song, I Dreamed A Dream, Master Of The House, and Do You Hear The People Sing?
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.50Christmas a la Big Band (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Clarke, Larry
Roll back the carpets as the Swing Era captures your Christmas season concert-goer's attention. With a brilliant juxtaposition of familiar carols and the sounds of some classic big bands, this scoring soars with sensitive and authentic settings. A guaranteed "audience-grabber." This one is a must: do look closely!Duration: 3:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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