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£54.45Valley Forge - Swearingen, James
Karl King was a true master at writing easier marches and "Valley Forge" is one of his nicest. Just one time through the Trio of this march and you'll know immediately why this was one of King's most popular marches. James Swearingen's new arrangement, with full concert band instrumentation, subtle rescoring and careful editing, guarantees "Valley Forge" to be a perfect choice for concert or contest use. Unbeatable!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.95
PURCELL VARIANTS (Advanced Concert Band) - Meechan, Peter
Purcell Variants is based on Purcell's Queen Mary's Funeral Music, which consists of four canzonas, two elegies and an anthem. The first movement begins by sounding some of Purcell's original music in the trombones and horns, underpinned by a timpani roll with the woodwind articulating the beginnings and endings of the phrases. This leads into a cadenza for trumpet and alto saxophone before the movement heads in different directions, leading us to its mysterious end, where the original music is sounded this time in the 'stabs' of the clarinets and alto saxophone. Originally composed for the funeral of Queen Mary in 1695, Purcell's original funeral music was used later that same year for Purcell's own funeral - he died aged only 34. The second movement is an elegy, inspired by this story. After an introduction (a disjointed last post), the main melody of the movement is introduced by the solo euphonium, with other solo roles for flute, oboe and alto saxophone. This is then taken over by the trumpets who lead us into the middle section of the movement. This is a quasi funeral march, inspired by the image of Purcell's coffin being taken to its final resting point. The main melody returns in the flute, oboe and alto saxophone, this time more elaborated. The movement ends with a snare drum fading away - perhaps a metaphor. The Finale is a fast and furious movement combining thematic material from the two previous movements with new rhythmical ideas. This takes us through to the final passage - the triumphant return of Purcell's original theme. Duration: 13.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Lanier Variants - Johnnie Vinson
During his brief lifetime, Sidney Lanier (1842-1881) was at one time or another a soldier, musician, teacher, lawyer, and a college professor. He is perhaps best remembered as a poet and for the middle school in Fairfax, Virginiawhich bears his name. Inspired by a favorite Lanier quote (Music is love in search of a word), Johnnie Vinson has fashioned a musical theme which captures the essence of this sentiment. With a bit of early American flavor, thismain theme progresses through a series of contrasting variations, culminating in a grand and heroic closing statement. Dur: 4:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Lawrence of Arabia - Maurice Jarre
David Lean's epic film Lawrence of Arabia was nominated for ten Academy Awards and won seven, including Best Original Score for Maurice Jarre's masterful musical depiction of the exotic world through which T.H. Lawrence passed. Alfred Reed's setting of the music for concert band, available here for the first time in full score with newly edited parts, is built on two of the main themes: the Arabian motif, with its blazing color and almost-barbaric effects; and the Lawrence theme, a haunting, poignant melody that reflects both his love of the desert and his internal, psychological conflicts.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Adirondack Festival Overture - Stephen Bulla
Adirondack Festival Overture is an exciting work for band that combines original music with a variety of traditional fiddle tunes from the Adirondack region of New York state. The fiddle was far and away the most popular folkinstrument of the time, and these appealing melodies have been handed down through generations of amateur players. Includes: Chateaugay Reel, The Wild Mustard River and Ripsaw. Dur: 5:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£50.50Rising Waters - Mark J. Connor
The rain won't stop and time is running out! "Rising Waters" perfectly captures the feeling of extreme urgency through energetic rhythmic interplay and exciting percussion. Written for beginning band using only the first six notes, this dramatic music has plenty to teach and will keep everyone on the edge of their seat!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£44.99Fable and Folk Tale - Timothy Broege
Two spirited movements evoke the mystery and excitement of good storytelling. The opening Fable features boldly profiled music interjected with spoken words - "Once upon a time..." The Folk Tale takes a simple melody through a set of brisk and often surprising variations.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.95
At Twilight - William G. Harbinson
A beautiful ballad for band, At Twilight will help your ensemble address phrasing and melodic nuance, and is sure to bring about an expressive performance. Twilight is a subtle time of day, and composer Harbison has channeled this feeling expertly through this welcome addition to the Carl Fischer Music library.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Cheetah - Karel Husa
We are proud to offer this most recent work for band from one of the legendary composers of our time. Pulitzer Prize winner Karel Husa has created an impressive musical study of the fascinating cheetah. Through a variety of dramatic textures and skilled techniques, the music evokes the colors, movements, power, and speed of this magnificent wild animal. Dur. 5:40 (Grade 5)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50Aspire - Mark Lortz
This celebratory piece for younger bands uses driving percussion and rhythmic ostinatos to create an overall sense of energy and passion for excellence. Opening with a resplendent fanfare, the music gains momentum, constantly moving forward, even through a softer section of longer note values. After introducing a new syncopated motive the initial fanfare returns, this time supported by an intense rhythmic pulse to the triumphant flourish.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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