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£113.30Via Della Terra - Marco Somadossi
Composing music also involves being able to imagine the sound of something that has no sound of its own. "Via della Terra" is a soundtrack without a film, a story without a narrator; "Via della Terra" is a street in a town, but not just any street, because if a street could tell its story, "Via della Terra" would not know where to start or where and indeed if it should finish. Like all "Vie della Terra", this street in this piece is full of sounds, none of which, however, have ever belonged to it for more than a fleeting moment, just long enough to be reflected here and there and then up and away from the earth, to be lost in the air. The steps of Mozart as a child as he whistled a piece of music, never again to be remembered or written; the philosophical thoughts, or mere everyday cares, uttered to a friend by Rosmini (whispered? or declaimed?); the excited or humorous comments of people who saw Depero's futuristic works for the first time; the voices of marketstall owners, rendered louder and more acute by the noisy crowd of women sorting through the stalls of rustling and colourful silk (so many desires; silent pauses between one item of gossip and the next); the absolute and devastating roar of cannons that violated every corner of the town, injuring bodies and mutilating the memories of its inhabitants... followed by a seeming eternity, as the citizens held their breath, waiting... "Via della Terra" is the old imperial road along which the town of Rovereto was built and has developed. "Via della Terra" is music for an imaginary, impossible and simultaneous representation of all its stories. The composer has always lived in this town, which he dearly loves, and on innumerable occasions he has imagined the voices, smells, people and the lives that have been such a part of it. With his composition, "Via della Terra", Marco Somadossi won second prize (no first prize was awarded) at the XXI Corciano International Competition for original band music in the grade 4 category.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.50Christmas Fanfare - Randall D. Standridge
The melodies of In Excelsis Deo and Deck the Halls are combined to create an energetic holiday fanfare that stays well within the abilities of young band musicians. The piece is written primarily with the first six notes that most band students learn, and it provides excellent opportunities to develop ensemble playing, dynamic expression, style, and percussion techniques. The perfect selection that will delight everyone on that very important first holiday performance.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£159.99Saga Candida - Bert Appermont
Bert Appermont composed the music for the first ever open-air musical, the Seed of Satan, which was shown for the first time in August 2002, in Kruibeke, Belgium. This gigantic spectacle which evolves around witchcraft at the beginning of the 17th century, attracted more than 10,000 spectators in just a few weeks. Bert Appermont subsequently arranged a suite of the highlights from the musical which he has called Saga Candida.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£202.99By the River - Jan Van der Roost
Jan Van der Roost and the commissioner of this work have strong personal ties, making By the River a very personal work for both of them. The first part is pastoral and describes the rural character of what is actually an industrial region.The next movement, a dynamic allegro that creates an exciting contrast to the first. All instruments are put to good use, letting everyone have their moment in the limelight. All the interesting thematic and melodic elements Van der Roost createswill keep the audience engaged through to the very last note!
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£134.99Prima Luce - Jan Van der Roost
Prima Luce (First Light) was commisioned by the Holy Angels Elementary School located in Aurora (USA). The name of the town (which means dawn), the town's great religious history and the fact that this town was one of the first in the USA to have streetlights were the inspiration for this Gregorian influenced atmospheric composition.
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£84.99Toccata - Claudio Monteverdi
Claudio Monteverdi composed this toccata as an instrumental introduction for the opera L'Orfeo (1607). According to the composer, this introduction should be played three times before the rising of the curtain. This is actually the first overture in the history of opera.)The story of Orfeo, who enchanted nature with his music, is tragic, as he loses his beloved Eurydice and decides to retrieve her from the underworld. On their return journey, one glance back at her is fatal: he loses her for the second time.)This arrangement for wind band is very suitable as a concert opener. The toccata is played three times just like the original. The first time it is played by a quintetconsisting of two trumpets and three trombones.)Various ways of performing this toccata are possible. The tension builds up more intensely if the quintet starts off stage. Eventually, these five players join the band, after which the tutti version follows two times. You can also have the brass play from the gallery during the second or third time for a double choir effect.
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£52.10Call Of Heroes - Michael Geisler
Call of Heroes is an opening piece not only suited for concerts but for all festive occasions. The first part begins with a fanfare in the brass supported by woodwind motifs. In the second section the theme is first introduced by the euphonium and horn which transitions into the full orchestra taking it over. The piece ends majestically with a repeat of the opening fanfare.
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£164.99A Weekend In New York - Philip Sparke
Philip Sparke was so inspired and moved by his first visit to New York, that he had to capture the moment in one of his compositions. At first a general picture of New York is presented as all the sights and sounds are taken it. Eventually the composer finds himself in Manhattan. Walking along a street, music can be heard wafting from one of the jazz-clubs. This musical representation of personal impressions creates an extremely memorable work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£114.99
The Spirit of Christmas - Lucien Cailliet
This medley of Christmas tunes include: 1. Hark the Herald Angels Sing, 2. The First Noel, 3. Joy to the World, 4. Angels We Have Heard on High, 5. Silent Night, 6. O Come All Ye Faithful. The score was dedicated to Lacey Powell, first band director of the University of South Alabama.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Dreams and Fancies - Timothy Broege
These four contrasting vignettes written in contemporary style greatly enhance your programming options. The colorful movements are: I. First Dream, II. First Fancy, III. Second Dream, and IV. Second Fancy.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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