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£49.95Bombibone Brassbitt - Jan Sandstrom
Premiered by Christian Lindberg. Three scenes from Sandstrom's opera Bombi Bitt.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Preludio all' atto I - Giuseppe Verdi
Ernani (1844), Giuseppe Verdi's fifth opera, is based on the homonymous tragedy by Victor Hugo. Verdi's success with Ernani, as well as Nabucco and I lombardi alla prima crociata, can be ascribed to two distinct ideas: the melodic idea and the patriotic idea. The melodic idea is very important to move and touch the audience, while the patriotic idea is the source of enthusiasm and emotions. Approximately ten years elapse between two similar stories: the one of the outlaw Ernani and the one of Manrico, the troubadour. In the prelude to Act I, in only three minutes, Verdi has succeeded in skillfully concentrating the main elements of the entiredrama. One can clearly observe the themes of love, oath, and death.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99Preludio all' atto II - Giuseppe Verdi
For the first draft of the libretto of Un ballo in maschera (1859), Giuseppe Verdi drew his inspiration from the grand-opra Gustave III by Auber, an opera performed for the first time in Paris in 1833 that depicted the assassination of the King of Sweden. However, censorship, first in Naples and then in Rome, intervened and imposed heavy modifications. Perhaps because it was too demanding, Verdi showed no intransigence with the requests coming from Naples and refused to alter the libretto. On the other hand, he yielded to the requests of the Roman authorities and agreed to change the site of the action and the identity of the protagonists. Consequently, the scene movedfrom Stockholm to Boston and King Gustav became the Count of Warwick, Governor of Massachusetts.The prelude to the second act is very short and introduces the scene at the place where the scaffold stands. In only a few measures, Verdi skillfully succeeds in condensing the interior restlessness of the protagonists, alongside a prayer of hope.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£133.50Procession Of The Nobles - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
The popular "Cortge" from Rimsky-Korsakov's opera Mlada has always been a great favorite in Eric Leidzen's classic band transcription. This engraved edition updates the scoring for the contemporary band and provides it with a complete full score. This transcription belongs in every serious band library. Duration: 4'40"
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£85.50Armida Overture - Franz Joseph Haydn
This overture to the opera is characteristic of Haydn. It is an abbreviated sonata form with a waltz instead of a development section. The melodies have real vitality, and ingenious counterpoint enriches the repetition of thematic material.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£121.00Andrea Chenier - Giordano
One of the most dramatic selections ever presented for band, "Andrea Chenier" has been a staple of mature and professional bands for over a century. This intense and exciting work includes some of the most passionate moments from the Italian opera into a breathtaking tour de force for mature bands. Prominently featuring bel-canto solos for euphonium and cornet/trumpet, the gorgeous melodies and dramatic musical climaxes will both thrill and excite performers and audiences alike. This striking fresh arrangement includes full score, and is carefully re-orchestrated to be more idiomatic to the wind band medium. Not for the faint-of-heart, and musically challenging, "Andrea Chenier" is ideal for experienced bands, and is not to be missed!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99Danza Brilliante - Giuseppe Verdi
This fiery work is perfect for an encore, or as a dazzling showstopper! Originally written as ballet music for the orchestra score of one of Verdi's most famous opera, this lively dance makes a terrific showpiece for band. Exciting and challenging, Danza Brilliante will engage your audiences and excite performers. The title says it all!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£78.99Pagliacci - Ruggero Leoncavallo
This gorgeous orchestral intermezzo from the famous opera "Pagliacci" has been masterfully scored for concert band by Andrew Glover. Soaring, passionate lines bring the essence of Italian "verismo" operatic style to the band with this emotional and lyrical selection. Dramatic and richly scored, this work will enthrall your audiences and performers as well. Magnifico!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Fatinitza - Franz von Suppé
The delightful and charming overture to the comic opera "Fatinitza" is finally available in a wonderful transcription by Andrew Glover. An excellent selection for mature bands seeking an enjoyable work that's also an audience-pleaser. Set includes a large spiral-bound conductor score.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£78.99
Meditation - George Massenet
Excerpted from French composer Jules Massenet's opera "Thais," this beautiful setting of "Meditation" has been arranged for flute solo with concert band. Feature your outstanding flautist or guest artist with this lovely work. The band accompaniment requires a minimal amount of rehearsal and preparation, and provides a great opportunity to showcase your soloist. Stunning!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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