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£105.00Danceries (Set I) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Hesketh, Kenneth
The term 'Danceries' can be found in a copy of Playford's Dancing Master, an extensive collection of folk and popular tunes of the seventeenth century (and no doubt earlier). This publication was used by master fiddle players to teach the various dance steps of the day to a nobleman's house or a king's court. Whilst this present set of 'Danceries' cannot be said to be an aid to terpsichorean agility, it will at least set feet tapping! The melodies themselves are a mixture of new and old--well, nearly. Where the old occurs it has been adapted in mood and composition and is often interspersed with completely new material. The harmonies and rhythms bring a breath of the new into these themes and add to the drama of the set.Movement 1: Lull me beyond thee. Gentle and lilting, almost a barcarole, this movement is very much a reverie. The original tune had the name 'Poor Robin's Maggot' - a rather disconcerting title; maggot, however, in seventeenth-century parlance meant whim or fancy. This theme can also be found in The Beggar's Opera by John Gay (first performed in 1728) under the title 'Would you have a young lady' (Air 21).Movement 2: Catching of Quails. A colourful, buoyant scherzo on an original melody. The thematic material is shuttled around the band to contrast with full-bodied tuttis. The last few bars fade away to almost nothing before a final surprise!Movement 3: My Lady's Rest. A tender pavane, also on an original theme, with Moorish leanings. Solos for principal winds and brass contrast with warmer tutti passages. The movement culminates with a final presentation of the theme before evaporating in held flute and trumpet chords.Movement 4: Quodling's delight. The final movement to the set combining one of the melodies from Playford's Dancing Master ('Goddesses') with an original contrasting melody. A dramatic and exuberant ending to the set of 'Danceries'.Duration: 12.00
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£169.95DAY OF THE DRAGON (Concert Band) - Graham, Peter
The five movements are based on traditional Welsh Folk Songs and feature solos for flute, trombone (or bassoon), horn, flugel, euphonium : 1) Overture (Ar lan y mor, Hunting the Hare) 2) Lullaby (Suo Gan) 3) Welsh Clog Dance 4) Ballad (By Kell's Waters) 5) Triumph (Men of Harlech)
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£60.99Defiance (Flexible Solo with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Howard, James Newton - Longfield, Robert
Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Violin or Alto Sax Solo with Band.Featuring the exquisite violin solos of Joshua Bell, this Oscar-nominated score is one of James Newton Howard's most memorable. Filled with sensitivity and musical drama, this arrangement for band includes several options for the solo part.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.28
Dominion of the Sky
The second of three Shaffer pieces based on Greek mythology, it's an exceptional choice for contest or concert. Includes short solos for piccolo, oboe, trumpet, clarinet, alto sax & F Horn. Mixed meters provide rhythmic challenges throughout while numerous percussion parts will keep your drummers actively involved.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£67.32
Dreams
A beautiful and poignant lyrical work, this tender composition by Robert W. Smith is a welcome addition to the concert band repertoire. Featuring small instrumental choirs and soloists throughout, "Dreams" includes a beautiful melody moving amid lush harmonies leading to a soaring full ensemble. All solos are cross-cued allowing the piece to be programmed by a wide variety of bands. Appropriate for concert and festival performance, "Dreams" will be a welcome addition to any program.
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£44.55
El Toro Rojo Grande
A lively Spanish flavored paso doble that is both entertaining and educational. Written in two distinctive sections, the first is a stately theme that evokes the sounds of the bullring. The second section is in the style of a lively Spanish dance in 6/8 time. Also provides a chance to show off your star trumpeter as it includes a couple of very effective trumpet solos (only goes to F in the staff). Very impressive composition for this grade level. Muy excelente!
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£75.24
Fanfare for Freedom
An impressive and demanding composition for mature bands by a talented Australian composer and military band conductor. Requires good players in all sections, but it is well worth the effort. The inspiring slow section includes solos for oboe, clarinet, horn, trumpet & euphonium as well as some challenging parts for the mallet percussion players. Every section of the band has plenty to keep them challenged and involved. Will be a superlative opener for any concert!
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£94.99Farewell Song Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)
Farewell Song has been taken from Der Trompetervon S?ckingen by Victor E. Nessler (1841-1890). Thisopera tells the sentimental story of a plain musicianwho is eventually allowed to marry the daughter ofa baron. From the first performance in 1884, thisopera was well liked - not so much because of thestory but because of its musical features. Impressivetrumpet solos, drinking songs and dance scenes werethe ingredients that enthralled audiences throughoutEurope. Today, only the farewell song called JungWerner's Abschied, also known as Beh?t' dich Gott,has remained an absolute winner. Wil van der Beekhas written a fine arrangement of this entitledFarewell Song. He felt it was appropriate to entrustthe melody of this song, originally written for tenorvoice, to the baritone or euphonium. 0:05:15
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£75.00FESTIVE OVERTURE (Concert Band) - Hesketh, Kenneth
A Festive Overture is bravura in nature, with important solos for upper winds and trumpets. The outer sections are busy and colourful and frame a more expansive, but no less urgent, middle section which develops a large arching oboe and clarinet theme. The work ends as it began, with excitement and exuberance.
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£75.24
Freedom Quest
A dramatic composition paying tribute to the many immigrants who came to this country through Ellis Island., it delivers a uniquely conceived sound that is full of brilliance and drive! Embodying the essence of freedom, it includes a beautiful and tender section that features solos for flute and trumpet as well as for the entire horn section. A stirring addition to any concert or festival performance! Sensational!
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