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£134.99Die Schne Galathea - Overture - Franz von SuppĂ©
Francesco Ezechiele Ermenegildo Suppe Demelli, better known as Franz von Supp (1819-1895), was the son of a Belgian father and an Austrian mother. In total he wrote some 30 operettas and Steven Verhaert selected Die schne Galathea for his arrangement. This splendid overture is a real gem for lovers of the operetta style which is sometimes (unfairly) looked down upon.
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£134.99
The Untouchables - Ennio Morricone
This film dating back to 1987 by star director Brian De Palma is equally famous as the cast that plays in it. Sean Connery, Kevin Costner and Robert De Niro are just a few of the names that gave this film its cult status. Ennio Morricone, an icon of the movieindustry, wrote the music and Willy Fransen has now made a spectacular and original arrangement which remains true to theoriginal. He selected the strongest themes and chose a colourful but compact instrumentation. Get ready for the movie experience!
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£109.99
Fables & Fantasies - Willy Fransen
It is no secret that most children are mad about stories and fairytales and that these are actually essential for their development.Willy Fransen has based his latest work, which he has dedicated to his first grand-child Simon, on this idea. The composition consists of themes that will intrigue children in a similar manner and they depict the twinkling eyes of children while fairytales are read to them.
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£274.99Symphony No. 2: States Of Mind, Opus 87 - Teo Aparicio-Barberán
I- Logos (reason)II- Pathos (emotion)III- Ethos (credibility)The ancient Greeks believed that music shaped the character of man. In Egyptian temples, music was an essential part of the magical rites to alter the course of nature or to treat illness.And today we know that sound can actually alter matter. The secret of music lies in harmony and mathematics, as many great musicians and experts have always known.One of the most important qualities of music is that it enables the listener to focushis attention inwards instead of on what is around him. It is indisputable that music can inspire emotion. Music leads us into a universe of emotions that are difficult to put into words. In short, music reaches into corners of our soul and thoughtsthat words cannot reach and makes it possible to more clearly describe these different States of mind.The composer of this symphony also believes that each "musical argument" must be constructed so that it will induce the desired reaction in thelistener.Music: more than wordsIn recent times, most orchestral symphonies have been based on a story, a text or something similar so that their composition must be structured accordingly.The intention of this work by Teo Aparicio-Barbern is quitedifferent. The composer describes the three elements of the argument as the only formal structure of the work. Since certain philosophers in world history were able to subdivide grammatical argument, why shouldnt that also be possible for the musicalargument?Since ancient times the power of the spoken word has captivated mankind. How can an argument move people and mobilise the masses? Where does the power of words come from today? The answer lays not so much in what people say but in how theysay it.Rhetoric is one of the oldest humanist disciplines in Western civilisation. Aristotle, in the 4th century BC, called it the art of persuasion. Indeed, the terms rhetoric and persuasion are mutually interchangeable.More than 2000 years agoAristotle structured his rhetoric according to the following three elements: the logos, the pathos and the ethos.Logos (words, reason) is the reasoning that gives freedom to the structure of the text by expressing what one wishes to say usingspecialist terms. With logos we create arguments to receive public approval and to defend our ideas.Pathos, the second element, refers to the effective use of public psychology. Pathos can be considered as the capacity to induce the desired emotionalresponse in the public, by creating an emotional connection with the public so that they accept our message.The third element, ethos (credibility), refers to the character of the speaker and is perhaps the most important of the three elements.Aristotle based his concept of ethos upon his belief that truth and justice will always have the upper hand over anger. He believed that what was true and good was easier to prove and was more persuasive.This second orchestral symphony from thecomposer from Enguera follows these three parameters of the argument according to Aristotle. Each movement tries to summon a different state of mind in the listener so that the message itself can be better understood and appreciated. Apart from thesethree general concepts the music is only structured, as Claude Debussy would say, in a "formative way".The first movement, logos, is based on a scherzo melody that undergoes various changes in rhythm and harmony. The arguments are presented by meansof conventional techniques of composition. The second movement, pathos, is characterised by suggestions of sound. It is subdivided into two large parts. The first part is based on a five seven sequence with five sounds that are repeated in differentenvironments, structures and dynamics. The second part, which is largely tonal, brings out more directly the emotional overtones that each argument must have. The third movement, ethos, is a faithful rendition of the composers personality. In thislast part, clear rhythmic sequences stand out, there are large dynamic contrasts and lots of tone variation. In addition, and this is quite in keeping with the composers earlier work, the harmony in States of Mind is handled in a manner that is bothoriginal and efficient, as a result of which Aparicio-Barberns message is well understood by the listener.This second symphony by Teo Aparicio-Barbern is devoted to "my dear Henrie Adams, a guiding light in this eternally dark musical world. Thankyou for everything."
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£134.99Robinson Crusoe - Bert Appermont
This work is based on Daniel Defoe's world-famous 1719 novel and with broad brushstrokes typifies the hero's life in four parts. The first part describes his life as a seaman. The second part is an impressive, stormy description of the shipwreck he falls victim to. The next covers his happy life with his friend Friday, which takes the form of a melodious hymn. Lastly, the fourth part describes the tense confrontation with the Cannibals and his return home.
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£76.99
We are Golden
Self-taught singer/songwriter and pianist Mika (born 1983) lives in his own little world, that obviously also appeals to other people! Two years after his international success with his first album, Life in Cartoon Motion, which sold more than five million copies, he's back with his second album, The Boy Who Knew Too Much. From this three times Platinum release comes the song We Are Golden. Absolutely intoxicating!
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£80.95
Teddy Trombone - Henry Fillmore
Henry Fillmore was the king of the Trombone smear. Besides his famous Lassus Trombone, he wrote many other trombone features that took great advantage of the glissandi effect. Teddy Trombone is an excellent example of this, presented in a full score authentic edition that has been expertly edited by Robert Fost
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£64.99
Jolly Old Sleigh Ride - James Curnow
Jolly, indeed! This delightful arrangement full of sleigh bells captures the spirit of "Jolly Old Saint Nicholas" as he makes his deliveries on Christmas Eve. A charming addition to your holiday concert!
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£42.50
Ancient Castle - James Curnow
The beautiful Japanese folk song "Ancient Castle" is transformed and enhanced through subtle variation in this stunning setting by James Curnow. Curnow, who is so respected by directors of more experienced bands, shows how effective he is at the very easy level as well. Offering ample opportunity to focus your band's attention on intonation and blend, this is a fine showcase of the musicianship of your young band!
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£84.99Tempus Fugit - James Curnow
Commissioned by the Glenbard East High School Music Department of Lombard, Illinois in grateful appreciation for the 34 year teaching career of Ross Kellan and his tireless commitment to excellence in music education, where he led by example each and every day. A scintillating opener! The joyful spirit will light up your concert hall like fireworks as you set your next performance in motion with James Curnow's striking new piece titled Tempus Fugit. Brass fanfares, Woodwind flourishes, and Percussive flamboyance commence as the house lights go down and the curtains part. Artistic variation is the hallmark of this enthusiastic work and many delights are in store foryour group as you carefully rehearse this outstanding new piece.Carpe diem!
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