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£104.99Prelude and Polonaise - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908) composed his opera The Night before Christmas in 1894-95. The premiere took place on December 10 1895 in St. Petersburg. The libretto to the opera came from Rimsky-Korsakov himself and is based on a tale by Nikolai Gogol, which some years earlier had already served as operatic material for Pjotr Tchaikovsky. The opera tells the story of Vakula, the blacksmith of a small Ukranian village. He is madly in love with Oxana who demands - as proof of his love - a most unusual Christmas present: the magnificent slippers of the Empress. Knowing full well that, in normal circumstances, he would never be able to fulfil Oxana's wish, Vakula seekssupernatural assistance and finds it in the shape of the devil, who comes up with a ploy to help him. The devil carries him on his back to St. Petersburg, where during a lavish reception at court Vakula finds an opportunity to present his request to the empress. The Empress actually agrees to Vakula's wish and hands over her slippers to him. Thereupon he returns to his own village. Here, in the meantime, he had been given up for dead, and Oxana had been plunged into great sorrow as she had come to realise that she also truly loved Vakula. In the end, however, all misunderstandings are resolved and all adversities overcome: Oxana receives her extravagant present, the lovers are united, and the church bells call the villagers to the Christmas service.The vibrant Polonaise is played in the 3rd act of the opera at the entrance of the Empress, whose appearance is anticipated in the prelude by the fanfare motives. The music paints a vivid picture of the party atmosphere and the marvellous dcor at the imperial court of St. Petersburg, which Rimsky-Korsakov conjures up in his opera and which can also be played outside of the Advent and Christmas season, for example as an opening piece to any festive concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.00Song of India - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
This sultry classical favorite from Rimsky-Korsakov is faithfully arranged for young bands by Andrew Balent. Andy has a knack for retaining the essence of standard classical repertoire, while toning the technical difficulties down to the students' ability levels. Paying close attention to dynamic changes and ensemble balance will make this a winner in contest and festival settings.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£94.99
Dubinushka - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
This short symphonic work was composed in 1905, during the first Russian Revolution. Rimsky-Korsakov takes his theme from a revolutionary worker's song.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.95Song Of India - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
This sultry classical favorite from Rimsky-Korsakov is faithfully arranged for young bands by Andrew Balent. Andy has a knack for retaining the essence of standard classical epertoire, while toning the technical difficulties down to the students' ability levels. Paying close attention to dynamic changes and ensemble balance will make this a winner in contest and festival settings.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£78.99The Flight of the Bumble Bee - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
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!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Sheherazade (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Rimsky-Korsakov, Nikolai - Bocook, Jay
Here is a concise and playable version of the well-known classic by Rimsky-Korsakov. Using themes from The Sea and Sinbad's Ship, Jay Bocook skilfully adapts this work for young players while still maintaining crucial elements from the original orchestration. After the powerful unison opening, the solo cadenza can be performed either by alto sax or clarinet. The remaining allegro section is written in 3/4 and provides featured lines for woodwinds before winding down to the quiet ending.Duration: 3.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Russian Easter Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Rimsky-Korsakov, Nikolai - Bocook, Jay
Russian composer Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov is noted for creating music that is striking and dynamic. Jay has beautifully adapted this famous overture for concert band in an arrangement that certainly reflects the intent and style of the original. The woodwinds get a workout on this and the brass provide powerful statements that help propel the intensity throughout.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£94.99Dubinushka (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Rimsky-Korsakov, Nikolai - Bellis, William
This short symphonic work was composed in 1905, during the first Russian Revolution. Rimsky-Korsakov takes his theme from a revolutionary worker's song.Duration: 4.00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.35The 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!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.00
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