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£91.99Guardians of the Waves - Philip Sparke
Guardians of the Waves was commissioned by the Japan Coast Guard Band to celebrate their 30th anniversary in 2018. They gave the premiere as part of a 30th anniversary concert on November 8th that year. Set in traditional march form, Guardians of the Waves opens with a short introduction, which leads to the main theme, played initially by the brass and then repeated with a florid woodwind descant. The theme is extended and morphs into a second theme, first played tutti and then quietly repeated by bassoon, tenor sax and euphonium. This leads to a conventional 'bass strain', played twice with varying accompaniments. A quieter trio section follows, delicately scored and featuring the tenor instruments of the band. Taken up by the full band, this leads back to a recall of the introduction and a return to the main two themes, which lead to a triumphal close.Recorded by the Kobe College Wind Orchestra and its conductor Osama Matsuura
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50Northwest Odyssey - Richard L. Saucedo
Combining a driving and rhythmic pulse, carefully paced mixed meters, and full band passages interspersed with percussion feature spots, Northwest Odyssey provides a rewarding and dynamic experience for young players. A brief slow middle section features a dialogue between three soloists (Clarinet, Flute, Alto Sax) before returning to the opening fast pace and exciting finish.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£49.95Wings of Apollo - Vince Gassi
NASA's Apollo program is known for landing the first humans on the moon in 1969. In this composition, your dauntless adventure begins with a powerful lift off. Once achieved, the main theme is presented by flutes, oboe, and then trumpets, with stabilizers provided by baritone, tenor sax, and eventually the remainder of the crew. Stage 1 boosters (a strong, rhythmic accompaniment) provide the propulsion needed to voyage through to a sea of tranquility (lyrical section). From there we journey to an adventurous transition and a final re-entry of the main theme. (2:35)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50(Risk) Everything for a Dream - Richard L. Saucedo
This beautiful and sensitive composition was written to celebrate the beginning of UNITED SOUND, an organization whose purpose is to put instruments into the hands of special needs students.The beginning section features optional solo opportunities for flute, alto sax and trumpet. From there the piece adds layers of sonorities as the full ensemble builds to the emotional and powerful final strains.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Barrelhouse Blues
Discovery Plus - Grade 2 Here is a delightful Dixie-style piece that features a small combo of clarinet, trumpet, tenor sax, trombone and tuba alternating with statements by the full band. Also included is a stop-time section featuring the percussion. Sure to be an audience pleasing addition to any light concert program.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50Missouri River Celebration - Larry MacTaggart
Commissioned by the Nebraska City High School Band (Greg Olsen, director), Missouri River Celebration depicts the spirit of the bustling frontier town of Nebraska City, Nebraska, an important stop along the journey of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. The work features an exciting opening theme full of rhythmic vigor followed by a lyrical middle section featuring a solo alto sax. The overture then returns energetically to create a rousing conclusion and a fitting tribute to the spirit of adventurous times long ago.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£121.00Metro Dances - Travis J. Weller
Driving in Pittsburgh involves a fair amount of vehicular "dancing" in that theres rarely a direct route to get where you want to go. Metro Dances is a work in five sections about this driving experience. Hit the Gas! starts with a full cup of coffee and just a little less time than normal to reach our destination. Traffic "Jam" abruptly comes out of nowhere in true Pittsburgh fashion. Big Trucks appear, appropriately represented with important material for the lower winds. Next is Rush Hour, which features an optional open section with suggested solos for trumpet and alto sax. Finally, Breaking Free culminates with a brisk finish as traffic opens up and there's smooth sailing on a free and open highway.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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In Quest Of Uluru - James Swearingen
The slow introduction splits the melody between the clarinets, alto sax, and flute. This builds into a full band statement scored in a very lush manner. A faster section moves between 4/4 and 2/4, creating a pulse that captivatesthe listener. The repetitive rhythms and solid scoring of James Swearingen make this an ideal festival or contest piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99On the Wings of Swallows - Michael Sweeney
True hope is swift, and flies with swallow's wings - from Shakespeare's Richard III. This dramatic new work from Michael Sweeney is a multi-styled piece written in a through-composed fashion. Developing through pensive opening sonorities, a driving main theme, and a slow section featuring a haunting alto sax solo, the piece ultimately builds to a climatic brass statement. A rewarding and moving composition.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Spirit of the Falcon - Richard L. Saucedo
Richard makes full use of the sonic possibilities of the contemporary symphonic band in this exciting work. Through skillful use of layering rhythmic patterns and harmonic structures, a series of emotional and dramatic building sections is created. Short melodic solos are included for alto sax, flute, horn, and trumpet. Requires a strong percussion section (3 mallet parts) and optional parts are included for synthesizer and SATB chorus. Well worth the effort! (5:05)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
