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£38.20Munsterland - Josef Hastreiter
This typical, though quite original, German march was composed by Josef Hastreiter for the German reserve troops batallion 731 'Mnsterland'. He dedicated this fine march to Lieutenant-Colonel of the Reserve Bernd Seibert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£207.00Das Liebesverbot - Richard Wagner
This young, comic opera, composed in 1835 on one of Wagner's own libretti, based on a play by Shakespeare, was unsuccessful at the Magdeburg theatre in 1836 and even the composer considered it a "sin of youth". After attempting in vain to have his first opera, "Le Fate", performed in Germany, Richard Wagner decided that his lack of success was due to the overwhelming competition of Italo-French music. He listened to Bellini, and became aware of the objective reasons for the great success of this music, comparing the warmth of life of Italian music to the frozen and meticulous German style. Hence he composed " Das Liebesverbot " with the sole aim of giving intense pleasure tothe public, without worrying about succumbing to the clichs of French and Italian music. That is why, when we listen to this music without knowing the name of the composer, we find ourselves in an embarrassing situation. We could easily attribute the work to some French composer, Meyerbeer, or Auber, for instance, but then the melodic ease and constructive linearity would bring Rossini to mind. By paying closer attention, however, we notice a boldness, an aggressiveness and a wealth of ideas that, together with clever orchestration, reveal the touch of the great German musician. " Das Liebesverbot " deserves to be performed more often, and we feel sure that the transcription for band will be an excellent vehicle of diffusion for this symphony.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Alle Jahre wieder - Michael Friedmann
Alle Jahre wieder (Every Year Again) is an old Christmas song by Friedrich Silcher, who lived from 1789 to 1860. This well-known German song portrays the birth of Christ on earth, bringing peace to all people. The German composer/arranger Michael Friedmann has expertly made this contemporary arrangement of Alle Jahre wieder.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£139.99The Bridge on the Border - Otto M. Schwarz
The Bridge on the Border is a European bridge connecting the German city of Kehl to the French city of Strasbourg. This piece tells the passionate story of German and French lovers who meet at the bridge on the eve of war. Fortunately, this story has a happy ending, with enemies becoming friends, no longer separated by the river between them!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.99Intrada - Schein
Adapted from the Banchetto Musicale of German composer, Johann Hermann Schein, this Baroque era transcription is characteristic of early German instrumental music. With limited instrumentation and ranges, this arrangement by Ed Huckeby provides an accessible and authentic way to introduce your students to the music of the past in a meaningful and educational manner. Great music!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Maria durch ein' Dornwald ging - Traditional
Maria durch ein? Dornwald ging (Blest Mary Wanders Through the Thorn) is a traditional German Christmas song. The earliest known version is recorded in the Andernacher Gesangbuch from 1608. Halfway through the nineteenth century it was a regional pilgrimage song in Thringen, and at the beginning of the twentieth century, the current version was registered in the songbook Zupfgeigenhansl of the German youth movement. Michael Bilkes used the well-known melody to create this attractive arrangement for concert band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£90.30A Christmas Dance Party - M. Carros
Michel Carros wrote a fine swinging arrangement of some famous Christmas Songs. In fact he presents some Christmas evergreens in different dance rhythms. The party starts with the German carol O Tannenbaum and the American evergreen Jingle Bells both played in a swinging foxtrot tempo. Jingle Bells is subsequently performed in a genuine Dixieland style, before the foxtrot rhythm comes back. Next comes the German Christmas song O du frhliche and to conclude, still in swinging foxtrot tempo, we hear the celebrated French carol Il est n le divin enfant (Gloria in Excelsis).
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£83.80Derrick - Les Humphries
The German police television series in which actor Horst Tappart plays the role of 'Inspector Derrick' is still extremely popular in numerous European countries, even after 23 years. There have 280 episodes and the last one was broadcast by the German Television Channel ZDF on 16 October 1998. Manfred Schneider skilfully arranged the main musical theme of this series, composed by Les Humphries, by alternating rhythmical rock passages with more lyrical waltz passages.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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The Fairy Tale King - Jacob de Haan
This work is inspired on the dramatic life story of Ludwig II, former king of Bavaria. He was given the nickname Fairy Tale King because of his eccentric lifestyle, his love for medieval sagas, and the building of extravagant fantasy palaces, such as the world famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Ludwig II grew up in a strict environment but found support through his friendships, love for romantic fairytales, and the music of the German 19th century composer Richard Wagner. After Ludwig's sudden accession to the throne followed a cancelled wedding and a tragic ending, after which he became a national icon of Bavaria. The music reflects his eventful life with fairy-tale-like, romantic and dramatic sounds. Two themes from Wagner's famous opera Lohengrin form a returning homage to his tragic life story.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£159.99Alliance Day - Thierry Deleruyelle
On 22 January 1963, the signing of the lyse Treaty between France and Germany marked the beginning of a solid relationship of cooperation and friendship, embodying the reconciliation of two nations after decades of conflict. Alliance Day celebrates this treaty by using the French and German national anthems as compositional material. Emblems of each nation, they are transformed throughout the work, symbolising the journey towards unity. The piece moves between intense, lyrical moments and playful, melodic ones. The orchestral climax culminates in an explosion of sound before reaching a grandiose finale.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
