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£144.99Ross Roy (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Haan, Jacob
Jacob de Haan was commissioned to compose this concert piece by the "St. Peters Wind Symphony" from Brisbane, Australia. "Ross Roy" is the monumental late 19th century villa where St. Peters Lutheran College was founded in 1945. The villa has always remained the school symbol. In this composition, Jacob de Haan sees the "Ross Roy" as a metaphor for the years spent at school (a monument in time), where one's personality is formed. So, the opening theme the artist calls the Ross Roy theme initially has monumental characteristics.The rhythmic motion, which strides along in the lower register and percussion at the beginning of the next section is typical of "Tempo di Marcia". This movement, accompanied by repetitions of sound, is a metaphor for the structure and discipline in school. This is the introduction to a march theme, symbolic of "passing through" the classes up to the final examinations.Then, the Ross Roy theme is dealt with again, now in a playful, humorous variation. As if the composer is saying there should also be time for a smile in school. The same theme can be heard in major key and a slower tempo in the following section, expressing pride and self-confidence. This is also the introduction to the expressive middle section that represents love, friendship and understanding.We then return to the march theme in a slightly altered construction. The oriental sounds, constituting the modulation to the final theme, are symbols of the diversity of cultures in the school. The characteristic final theme first sounds solemn, but turns into a festive apotheosis. It is no coincidence that the final cadence is reminiscent of the close to a traditional overture, for the school years can be considered the "overture" to the rest of one's life. The premiere of "Ross Roy" was conducted by Jacob de Haan in Brisbane, on August 22, 1997.Duration: 9:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£70.00SEA SONGS (Young Band) - Vaughan Williams, Ralph - Longfield, Robert
Originally the fourth movement of Vaughan Williams' well-known English Folk Song Suite, this setting of folk songs is now considered a separate work on its own. Here for the first time is an arrangement playable by younger bands. Including Princess Royal, Admiral Benbow and Portsmouth, all the original charm and character of the original has been authentically preserved in this outstanding setting by Robert Longfield.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£94.95
SHINE AS THE LIGHT (Concert Band) - Graham, Peter
This work has become something of a modern classic in it's original brass band format. By popular demand the concert band version is now available and is sure to thrill players and audiences alike with it's blend of drama, lyricism and famous blazing finale. Two Salvation Army Church songs are featured; The Candle of the Lord (Joy Webb) and The Light has Come (Chick Yuill).
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£58.95SPOON RIVER VARIATIONS (Concert Band) - Erickson, Frank
This title is now out of printSpoon River is and American folk-dance or fiddle-tune, the same melody that was used by Percy Grainger in his composition, Spoon River. The first eight measures in unison woodwinds is followed by the main melody (harmonized quite traditionally) and seven variation, varying widely in character and length without the usual marked distinction found in more traditional theme and variation forms.
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£60.99
Summertime (Concert Band - Score and Parts)
George Gershwin's only opera, Porgy and Bess, dealt with the socially sensitive issue of race. The composer even specified that it may only be performed by coloured actors. Summertime is easily the most well-known piece from this opera and has been covered numerous times, even by the likes of Ella Fitzgerald herself. Now it is your turn!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£144.99
The Bartered Bride Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
The Bartered Bride (Czech: Prodan? nev??sta, The Sold Fianc?e) is the second opera, a comedy in three acts, by Bed?ich Smetana. The Czech libretto was written by Karel Sabina, who had also written the libretto for Brandenburgers in Bohemia. Composed in 1863-1866, the work was originally envisioned as an operetta, a light opera with spoken dialogue in place of sung recitatives. It was first performed in this form in 1866 in Prague. The definitive version of the work, now an opera buffa, was finished in 1870 and was performed the same year. The opera's overture and three dances are part of the orchestral repertoire. 06:30
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£104.99The Best of Village People Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
Everything started when two Frenchmen, Jacques Morali and Henri Belolo, after having sold over ten records with their band, the Ritchie Family, decided to try out something new. The basic idea was to form a new group inspired by the American male myths of the seventies: cowboys, Indians, men in leather clothes, soldiers and policemen. This is how the Village People were born.Their secret was their energy, cheerfulness and tongue in cheek humour combined with strong disco beat and an arresting visual presence. Even now a Village People song is guaranteed to fill the dance floor in any club or disco. The Best of Village People is a medley including the following pieces: In the Navy,Y.M.C.A. and Macho Man. 0:05:30
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£72.99The Carnival of Venice (Flexible Solo with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Arban & Benedict - Vinson, Johnnie
Solo feature for Flute, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone, Tuba or Xylophone.One of the best-known solo vehicles ever written is now available for younger players in this skilfully crafted setting by Johnnie Vinson. With several options for the featured instrument, this is a great way to showcase standout players year after year.Solo part - American grade 4, Band set - American grade 3
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£64.35
The Flight of the Bumble Bee - Rimsky-Korsakov, Nikolai
This famous orchestral work from the Russian master Rimsky-Korsakov is now available in this ingenious arrangement for concert band. While previous band transcriptions of this work have long been the nemesis of clarinet sections, this arrangement cleverly dovetails moving lines between clarinets, flutes, and alto saxophones, making the technical aspects of this piece accessible to better high school bands. Not simplified, but through clever scoring this work comes within reach of maturing bands. Well worth the effort!
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£75.24
The Gladiator (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sousa, John Philip
At the end of WW I Sousa seized on a happy moment of victory to compose a joyous song of celebration welcoming home the returning troops. His stirring "march song" is now available in a new edition for concert band. It can be also used with band and optional voice(s). Vocal text by Sousa's daughter Helen is included.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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