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£84.50
Little Suite for Summer - Peter Schickele
These seven charming pieces were written by Mr. Schickele for his son's eight birthday, with the Primo part being easy enough for his son to play. The titles of the pieces were suggested by the music: CHA, CHA, CHA BOOMDEEAY because of the first movement's clangorous ending: NORTH STAR, with a hushed and lyrical melody inspired by the composer's stargazing: FOR CHARLIE THE PARROT, a vivid musical description of the imitative abilities of this bird: DUSK ON THE PALISADES, with its evocative ougmented chord textures: SORE IN THE SADDLE AGAIN, a delightful spoof of the well-known Western melody: GREASED LIGHTENING, with its flying runs and scales: and MINK HOLLOW MORNING,because of its gentle sostenuto lines and legato accompaniment figures-a musical description of a quiet and happy summer morning in the country. The Primo part is very easy, the Secondo is mostly easy medium. For studios, schools, some college & professional. Easy medium.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£75.50The Dream of Tiberius - David Campo
The Roman Emperor Tiberius was born in 42 BCE to Tiberius Claudius Nero and Livia Drusilla, both descendants of prestigious political families, at a time when Rome was undergoing significant political upheaval. Julius Caesar had begun a brutal civil war in 49 BCE to end Rome's rule as a Republic and consolidate his power as supreme ruler. Following Caeser's assassination in 44 BCE, Tiberius' father backed the forces wishing to return Rome to a Republic, but they were defeated by Caesarian loyalists led by Caeser's heir Octavian. As a result, Tiberius' early life was spent on the run and in political exile with his parents. In 27 BCE, Octavian would become the first Emporer of Rome and assume the name Augustus. Augustus forced Tiberius' parents to divorce and took Tiberius' mother as his new bride, separating the family and forcing Tiberius to live with his father. Upon his father's death, Tiberius went to live with his mother and Emporer Augustus, a situation Tiberius found extremely uncomfortable but one over which he had no control. Having been adopted by the Emperor, Tiberius assumed the military and political life thrust upon him. He proved to be an outstanding military and political leader, and with his marriage to Vipsania Agrippina his life took on a heretofore unknown stability. However, Augustus would intervene in Tiberius' life once more, forcing him to abandon his happy marriage and take Augustus' daughter Julia (Tiberius' step sister) as his new wife. This arrangement, while securing Tiberius' place as Augustus' heir and ensuring he would one day be Emperor of Rome, was disastrous. Julia's drunken licentiousness was a constant source of scandal and embarrassment for Tiberius (and her father, the Emperor) and she was eventually exiled by her father Augustus. Tiberius was named Emperor of Rome upon the death of Augustus in AD 14, assuming his position as the most powerful man on Earth. However, no matter how powerful he had become, Tiberius never felt as if he had ever had any control over his life, having been manipulated from childhood through adulthood by the whims of Augustus. As Emperor, he soon became disgusted with the political intrigue of the Roman Senate and by AD 26 left Rome and took up residence on the island of Capri, where he lived out the rest of his life. History does not regard Tiberius fondly and by all accounts towards the end of his reclusive life on Capri, he had become a miserable, sick and mentally unstable old man reveling in debauchery and cruelty. It is also informative to note that he was Emperor of Rome when Jesus of Nazareth was crucified, and while there is no indication that Tiberius was even aware of the existence of Jesus, as Emperor he was responsible for the appointment of Pontius Pilate as Governor of Judea. Even considering this, it is difficult to look on the life of the Emperor Tiberius and not feel some sympathy and pity. It's in this spirit that I composed "The Dream of Tiberius." I imagine the man sitting in thoughtful seclusion on the beautiful island of Capri imagining what his life might have happily been had not power been thrust upon him: husband, father and humble servant of the people.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50American Folk Tune Adventure - David Gorham
From the mountains of the Appalachians to the shores of the seas, Americas history is reflected in its folksongs. Two of these song, Sweet Betsy From Pike and Frog Went A-courtin are presented here and provide young bands an excellent opportunity to work on contrasting styles, with a slow, expressive section followed by a happy, rollicking ending.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Festive Celebration - David Gorham
This happy, festive musical celebration is a work that will delight players and audiences with its infectious spirit and energy. There is a sense of motion and movement that will brighten up any rehearsal or concert situation, and which celebrates the youthful energy and enthusiasm of young band students everywhere.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Huron Bay March - David Gorham
A happy, tuneful march, this will be a hit on any concert stage. Starting quietly with percussion and then woodwinds, it builds and modulates and continues to build to a strong ending, which is very effective, ending on a very positive note.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Hillcrest - Nancy H. Seward
This bright, happy selection presents a review of all the common sixteenth-note patterns. It is perfect for rhythm studies, and for work on good, appropriate articulation. A legato, lyrical section in the middle provides a contrasting style and the opportunity to focus on playing musical phrases with alternating brass and woodwind sonorities.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Joyous Episode - David Gorham
This happy piece includes distinctive use of the woodwind and brass choirs. It includes contrasting styles, meters and tempos and a big ending.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Red Oak March - David Gorham
This vibrant, rhythmic, melodic original march is in the style of a traditional rag, "two-step" dance or march tune from an earlier era. The work showcases the percussion section, and provides all an opportunity to participate in this happy musical experience.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Slippin, Slidin and Trillin (A Trombone Rag) - Robert E. Foster
This fun, happy work is in the tradition of the great trombone rags by Henry Fillmore and others. They tend to be trombone showpieces, demonstrating that unique ability of the slide trombone to play an attention-getting smear. Equally unique and equally distinctive is the woodwind trill. This unique selection introduces both of these remarkable and fun techniques.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Sunnypoint - David Gorham
This happy piece is an excellent teaching piece in addition to being perfect for a concert by a young band. The players get to demonstrate playing in contrasting styles, and with contrasting dynamics. Sunnypoint will provide a bright "sunny spot" on any concert at this level.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days