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£183.20Danser fra "Kosakkene" - Catharius Elling
The Opera "The Cossacs" by Catharinus Elling is based on the Nikolai Gogol novel about Taras Bulba."The Cossacs" was premiered in 1897 at Eldorado in Kristiania (the old name on Norway's capitol Oslo). Despite positive response in the papers of that time, the opera was newer performed again in it's entirely. The Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation have an abbreviated recording in it's archives, but no complete performance is known to date.The Norwegian National Opera Orchestra recorded both the overture and the dances in 2021, conducted by Ingar Bergby. Thet are both a part of the CD "Norwegian Opera Overtures".This arrangement is not commissioned by anyone, but rather written to better the availability of quality Norwegian orchestral music arranged for Concert Band.This edition is a good opportunity to be more familiar with Norwegian heritage of orchestral music.
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£106.99Glorioso! - Philip Sparke
The name of this glorious overture speaks for itself: this work is vivacious and sparkling! Majestic fanfare playing enriched by florid woodwind decorations alternates with lively themes full of fierce energy, but there is also lyricism to be found in a lovely cantabile passage. An appealing flashy coda closes the work. This composition will be thoroughly enjoyed by musicians as well as the audience.
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£74.00Galop - Amilcare Ponchielli
La Gioconda, with a libretto by Arrigo Boito, is the most successful theatrical work by Amilcare Ponchielli (1844-1886). In this work there are two dance pieces: the Furlana at the conclusion of the 1st act and the Danza delle ore in the 3rd act. The Dance of the Hours has a precise choreographic outline: it is a masked ball which includes the "hours" of dawn, day, evening and night successively, and ends with a wild finale of galop. The latter is a sort of fast polka, in binary rhythm and unbridled pace. A French variant of it is the can-can. The finale in galop time of the Dance of the Hours recalls certain playful dances by the composer Jacques Offenbach, such as the famous Can-can that concludes the overture of the operetta Orphe au enfers.
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.
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£91.99Beyond the Light and Darkness - Naoya Wada
"Beyond the Light and Darkness" is an energetic concert overture for mid-level bands. Masterful scoring makes the band sound much more difficult than it is. The bold opening theme is repeated in the main section, explored and developed with varying styles. The flowing middle section attracts the players and the audiences with beautiful melodies and harmonies. An excellent choice for both concerts and contests. First class!
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£60.99Across the Northern Sky (Young Edition) - Michael Sweeney
Here is an easier version of Michael's powerful overture that commemorates the 50th anniversary of Eckroth Music. Capturing the majesty and beauty of the northern states served by their store locations, this edition is completely compatible with the more advanced version (HL04007667) for use in multi-level performances. The opening brass fanfare is optional when performing this version by itself. Dur: 4:50 (without fanfare)
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£62.95Lion Pride - Chris M. Bernotas
Lion Pride is an imaginative overture by Chris M. Bernotas and is full of majesty and pride. Beginning with a strong and dramatic statement that gives way to a bright melody, the pride of the lion shines through. A stately section represents the power of the mighty lion before returning with the spirited and exciting theme, then coming to a rhythmic and energetic conclusion. (3:32) This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99The Sky's the Limit
The Sky's the Limit is a celebratory overture that explodes with positive energy and exuberance. From the triumphant opening fanfare to the beautifully elegant euphonium solo (cued in various instruments) to the final exhilarating flourish, this piece is full of powerful melodies, driving percussion and dynamic contrasts. A joyful tour-de-force showcasing all sections of the band! Dur: 4:45
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£115.60Aspirantoverture - Øystein Sjøvaag Heimdal
This original piece is intended to performed by the youngest musicians. The structure of the overture is traditional A-B-A with a slow section in the middle flanked by two Modearo sections. As the title suggest, the piece is well suited as a concert opener but also for contest use. All parts challenges the young players in many ways, both the wind- and percussionists. Please be aware of the contrasts in dynamics throughout the piece.
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£119.99The Rise of the Phoenix - Thomas Doss
Severe funding cuts in 2015 had a huge impact on Austria's military bands. This piece is about the resurrection of these bands following a political decision in favour of the renowned military music organization structure in Austria. 'The Rise of the Phoenix' is an impressive piece, full of bright, colourful melodies and an incredible positive ambiance. There is a beautiful slow middle section with a touch of romance, leading to a spectacular maestoso finale in which you can hear a hint of a famous military signal (as also used in Von Supp's 'Light Cavalry Overture'). A positive and challenging piece full of joy and colour!
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