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£137.70Song of the Koster Girls - Evert Taube
The author of Kosterflickornas visa "the Song of the Koster Girls" is Evert Taube (1890-1976). It is one of the 200 popular and beloved songs he wrote and which have made him one of Sweden's "national poets". His popularity and greatness is madeevident since he is honoured to be on the new 50 Kronor banknote which will be issued during 2015. The Koster islands are the most westerly inhabited part of Sweden. The islands are situated in the northern part of the county Bohusln, not far fromthe Norwegian border. The song text goes:Here is the sea that embraces our Bohusln islandsand carries our father and brother in a rocking boat.Come to the beach, come with me, come singby my sideout over Skagerack inthe calm summer night.The arrangement for flute and wind band is written by Jerker Johansson (born 1967), who is conductor of the Gteborg Wind Orchestra, which has made a CD-recording of the song with Evert Taube's son Sven-Bertilinterpreting his father's work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£74.99The Long Day Closes - Arthur Sullivan
Although Arthur Sullivan (1842-1900) is best known for his collaboration with W.S. Gilbert on their famous operettas, he also wrote much instrumental, chamber and orchestral music, church anthems and around 20 secular part songs. One such song was The Long Day Closes which has remained in the popular repertoire of many male voice and mixed choirs. The melody is a combination of hushed hymn-like reverence and emotional intensity, which provides the young band the opportunity to work on dynamics, ensemble, intonation and balance in ?chorale? style.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£65.99
Cannonball Express - Andy Clark
This appealing number features four well known railroad songs, "I've Been Workin' On The Railroad, "Casey Jones", "This Train is Bound for Glory" and the ever popular "Wabash Cannonball". This will certainly be one of the lively highlights of your next concert. A true audience hit!Complete band arrangement with a recorded accompaniment designed to enhance the performance of your young band, not replace it. Ideal for getting young players excited about band!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50
Arkansas Traveler
Bring the exciting "twang" of the Ozark region's most famous songs to your performance hall with this exhilarating setting of the popular fiddle tune, Arkansas Traveler. Your band will love playing the zany variations of a simple tune most of them played when first learning their instrument!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£121.00
Overture To Joy - Ludwig van Beethoven
Styled in the popular vein of Mannheim Steamroller, Overture to Joy will give any band concert an energetic boost! Scored mostly in 7/8 time, this hard-driving version of Beethoven's infamous "Ode to Joy" along with other well-known songs is a joyful addition to any holiday program! Also available for orchestra.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99Outback Rhapsody - Sandy Feldstein
Outback Rhapsody introduces the delightful music of Australia in a contest style piece. It is perfect to reinforce 6/8 time in 2. It combines 3 popular folk songs from Australia and would be great to use in a multicultural presentation.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.50
Two Russian Folksongs - Ralph Gingery
Here's a medley of two interesting and very popular folk songs from the Soviet Union ("Stenka Razin" and "Varshavyanka.") Bring the spirit of Glastnost right into your band room with this delightful programming choice.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£65.50
Old West Trilogy - Gene Milford
Composer Gene Milford has woven together three popular folks songs from the American West into a delightful rhapsody. It begins with a fanfare-like presentation of The Colorado Trail folk song followed by a lush and lyrical setting of Goodbye Old Paint. This is followed by a rousing finish based on The Old Chisolm Trail. This perfect piece for festival performance is easy enough for developing bands, making it a real winner!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.95Pacem Nol - Larry Clark
This delightful new holiday arrangement is based on the popular canon Dona Nobis Pacem combined with the famous carol The First Noel. It is effective, yet simple, and it brings together two beautiful songs in a delicate and musical way. As the title implies, may we all have "Peace for Christmas."
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£67.50
Kum Ba Yah - James L. Hosay
Kum Ba Yah is one of the most popular and loved of all American folk songs. It is sung in places of worship, around campfires and at social gatherings all over the world. This bright and happy arrangement makes use of African percussion and rhythm underneath velvety-smooth chords and flowing lines. It can also be enhanced by the use of an optional electric bass part.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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