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£159.99Resurrection - Kevin Houben
"Man wird mit Keulen zu Boden geschlagen und dann auf Engelsfittichen zu den hchsten Hhen gehoben." (Mahler over zijn 2de symfonie "Wederopstanding", Juli 1894)*"You are clubbed to the ground and then lifted to the highest heights on angels' wings"Commissioned by and dedicated to Concertband Maasmechelen (BE), conducted by Mark Prils.Kevin Houben was inspired for this work by Gustav Mahler's 2nd symphony, better known as the Resurrection symphony.The work can be regarded as a Ma(h)lerei of various compositional and spherical elements that refer to the Austrian composer but that appear in this composition in an embedded, contemporary way.As Mahler often drew his inspiration from nature, the opening of this piece brings nature right to the audience. The work starts with a solo for alto flute accompanied by a pedal note in four octaves with harmonic responses echoing the solo.From the start, Kevin Houben provides Mahler's material with a contemporary touch. He replaces the nature sounds that Mahler uses (perfect fourth) with tritone intervals. The off stage trumpet signals have been preserved but are provided with a new accompaniment. Gradually, throughout the work, the orchestra undergoes its own independent development. Mahler's musical signature remains recognizable, but Kevin Houben allows it - e.g. through the use of various timbres - to flourish in a more modern musical idiom, which characterizes numerous contemporary compositions for wind band (cfr. Where Angels Fly).The work comes to a grandiose end with a passage of the famous chorale from Mahler's 2nd symphony. The rich orchestration of this chorale gives the listener the illusion of the presence of a choir and organ without actually using them.In Resurrection, each instrument group comes into its own: in solo fragments, in transparent thematic passages or in splendid tuttis. Therefore, the work forms an interesting challenge for a wind band on several levels, both technically and melodically - the latter due to the long suspenseful melodic phrases that the musical structure requires.The piece is accessible to a wide audience and can be regarded as an enrichment for any concert programme. Resurrection takes the audience through various atmospheres and experiences: from stunning to chilling, from calming to delighting...Die Musik muss immer ein Sehnen enthalten, ein Sehnen ber die Dinge dieser Welt hinaus." (Gustav Mahler, 1860-1911)"Music must always involve a longing, a yearning beyond the things of this world."
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£94.99Majesty - Thierry Deleruyelle
Majesty is a powerful and spectacular overture. Right from the start, the brass open the work brilliantly before making way for a majestic hymn mostly played by the woodwind. The end of the piece repeats the opening fanfare as a monumental finale in the style of an American symphonic march. This work was commissioned by the Bourbourg Wind Orchestra (France), conducted by Claude Deconinck, on the occasion of its 230th anniversary. This piece was premiered by the commissioning orchestra on 19 November 2022, just two months after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Naturally, this work is dedicated to her.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Don't Start Now
'Don't Start Now', by the British singer Dua Lipa, is the first single from her second studio album, Future Nostalgia. The accompanying music video was uploaded to her YouTube channel upon the single's release. In the song, the singer tells her ex-lover that she is now over him. She gave her first live performance of it on The Graham Norton Show, after that she sang it a number of times at various award shows, TV programmes and music festivals. This arrangement by Tom Stanford will make sure that this disco pop song will also find its way into the world of wind music.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Ritmico - James Barnes
Ritmico is a dynamic contest style overture that joins florid melodic writing with a pulsing percussion and driving bass lines. Cast in ABA form, the main vivace theme gives way to a lyrical cantabile middle section, eventually leading towards a recapitulation of the main theme. In this final section, the melody and accompaniment figures return with an energetic counterpoint woven in, building towards an exciting and dramatic finish to the piece. This is an ideal closer or opener, perfectly suited for medium to advanced ensembles. (Grade 4)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£127.40Molak Molak - Thorbjørn Egner
This is one of the most famous melody and lyrics for children in the Nordic countries.The song is here arranged for childrens choir with concert band and also be performed as an instrumental arrangement without the choir.Thearrangement showcases the band's various sound-colours in a magnificent way!A recording of this arrangement is available on "Muntre musikanter" by Forsvarets Musikkorps Nord-Norge.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Captain Blood's Quickstep
A great many marches were composed during the Civil War, and Captain Blood's Quickstep, from the book of 1st Brigade Band, is an example of a tribute to a particular individual. While it's quite possible that Edwin Oscar Kimberley (director of the 1st Brigade Band) was the composer, no name appears on the manuscript and the true authorship of this distinctive march remains a mystery yet today. Regardless the origin, Captain Blood's Quickstep is an effective and entertaining way to capture the flavor of this important period of our nation's history.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99Hope Springs Eternal - Poor
"Hope Springs Eternal" is a soaring and uplifting work by Andrew F. Poor. This inspirational work for developing concert bands creatively blends exciting original melodies with the beautiful hymn, "It Is Well With My Soul." Written to be an affirmation and celebration of life, the reflective introduction gives way to a spirited and joyful fast section that eventually culminates in a powerful musical celebration. Many sections of the band are featured. Sure to be a favorite of your students and audiences alike, this piece is the perfect selection for both a concert or contest program.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£80.99March: Grandioso
One of the most distinctive marches ever written, this stately standard is a perfect concert or festival selection. Glover's outstanding arrangement is not simplified or abridged in any way, but does offer insightful articulations, clear dynamics and large readable parts for the modern concert band instrumentation. The nature of the opening strains makes this a wonderful vehicle for teaching everyone in the band chromatic scales. Tremendous! Grade 3 1/2
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.95
Syncopated Senorita - Joseph Compello
From the composer that brought you the popular pieces Spanish Rose and Tango Marianna comes his latest Latin infused piece, Syncopated Senorita. This piece is great for teaching syncopated rhythms to developing bands in a fun way with an infectious Latin groove. Joe knows that music for this level should be educational, but fun too, so that they will want to practice. This is one of those pieces they will ask to play everyday!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.95
Jingle Bell Rag - James Pierpont
This piece has a very high cute factor with the infusion of Ragtime music into the ever-popular Christmas carol Jingle Bells. It is a clever combination that works as if it was always meant to be this way. A perfect change of pace piece for your next holiday concert in a solid arrangement that is effective and educational. Use it to teach the history of this important American style of music.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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