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£83.00Second Suite in F - Gustav Holst
Along with his First Suite in E-flat, Holst's Second Suite is among the most treasured landmark works for band. In this adaptation, Robert Longfield has adjusted the extreme ranges, used the instrumentation of the contemporary young concert band, and added liberal cues (particularly for oboe, bassoon, and horn). However, the integrity of the original (form, keys, harmony, etc.) is completely intact. An absolute must for young bands. Includes a full performance CD.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Cakewalk - Hershy Kay
Known for his extensive orchestration work with Leonard Bernstein and numerous Broadway hits, Hershy Kay was a notable composer in his own right. This movement is taken from his popular Cakewalk ballet suite for orchestra, which was based on piano melodies of Louis Moreau Gottschalk. The style of this music adapts beautifully for band in this effective setting by Robert Longfield.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£58.99Hymnsong from Mannin Veen - Haydn Wood
Composed in 1933, Haydn Wood's classic work Mannin Veen: A Manx Tone Poemhas remained a staple in the wind band repertoire, currently appearing on over 20 state festival lists. The opening segment of the work is based on the folk hymn The Good Old Way.Robert Longfield has carefully adapted this stunning section as a stand-alone chorale scored for contemporary band instrumentation.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Passacaglia On An Old English Carol - Robert Longfield
Here is a wonderful theme and variations setting of Coventry Carol. The familiar 16th century hymn is skillfully transformed several times in a most interesting and innovative manner similar to J. S. Bach. A great teaching tool, and an exceptional choice for contests, festivals, or concerts.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Fanfare for a Celebration - Robert Longfield
Perfect as a concert opener, this energetic piece uses a pulsating rhythmic pattern to build intensity, along with strong melodic fragments passed around the entire band. A brief contrasting middle theme in minor sets up thedramatically faster and exciting final strain. Dur: 2:35
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50The Star of Bethlehem (from Home Alone) - John Williams
From the family favorite Home Alone, this wonderful song is establishing itself as a holiday classic. Beautifully arranged here for young players by Robert Longfield. Dur: 2:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Black Diamond - Robert Longfield
Here's a unique and bold overture that combines an effective aural diamond shape along with a visual representation in the notation. A contrasting lyric middle section adds variety and balance to this impressive work for youngerbands.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50Speedway - Robert Longfield
Here's a unique and entertaining piece for beginning bands that will get everyone into a racetrack frame of mind. With some carefully controlled chaos along with race car sounds supplied by the trombones, your beginning players are sure to have as much fun performing this as your audience will hearing it. Dur: 1:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Good King Wenceslas - Chip Davis
From the very first Mannheim Steamroller Christmas album (recorded more than 20 years ago) and featuring their signature funky rock style, here is the good king effectively adapted for concert band by Robert Longfield. Your horn section is sure to have fun with this one, as will the percussion section. A great way to shake up your holiday concert! (Grade 3)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99The Hounds of Spring - Alfred Reed
Alfred Reed (1921-2005) was one of America's most prolific and frequently performed composers. The Hounds of Spring was composed in 1980 and was inspired by the poem Atalanta in Calydon by Algernon Charles Swinburne. In thisconcert overture, Reed captures the elements of youthful exuberance and tenderness of love expressed in the poem. Remaining true in form and intent to the original, Robert Longfield has masterfully shortened and adapted this workfor younger bands. Dur: 5:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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