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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
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£72.99Awakening Hills - Richard L. Saucedo
MusicWorks - Grade 3 Commissioned for the All Iowa Middle School Honor Band, here is an exuberant work that features dynamic ensemble passages, layering effects, and extensive percussion scoring. Richard's masterful development of repetitive rhythmic motives makes this sound more difficult than it really is. A contrasting middle section uses brief solos for alto sax and flute over a rich harmonic texture. A powerful statement for band. (5:10)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99River of the Ancients - Michael Sweeney
For thousands of years, amid turmoil and grandeur, the Nile River has remained a stable and life-giving presence in the land of Egypt. Michael Sweeney hints at sounds from these ancient times as he depicts dances of celebration, awe-inspiring pyramids, invasions and conquest over foreign armies. Brief solos with delicate accompaniments counterbalance bold themes and powerful percussion statements in this substantial work for young bands. An element of rhythmic vitality is pervasive throughout, representing the steady and constant flow of this mighty river of life.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99Song And Dance - Richard L. Saucedo
Exuberant and entertaining, this dynamic work is written all in one tempo and is perfect as a concert opener or festival number. Richard combines a tongue-in-cheek style with some jazzy elements while featuring brief solos for flute, clarinet, and bassoon (or tenor sax). Definitely NOT just some song and dance. Dur: 2:45 Recorded on The Music of Richard L. Saucedo, Vol. 2 - 04002460
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.99Good Swing Wenceslas
From the king of swing, Sammy Nestico brings his inimitable symphonic jazz style to the concert stage. Originally written for the Boston Pops Orchestra, Sammy has re-worked this marvelous holiday setting for winds, featuring the classic carol Good King Wenceslas in a variety of jazz-flavored styles. The horn solos are cued and the piano part is optional. Sure to be a holiday favorite for years to come.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99O Waly Waly (A Rhapsody for Band) - Jay Bocook
Dating from the 1600s, the folk song O Waly, Waly (commonly known as The Water is Wide) forms the basis for this well-crafted rhapsody for band. The lyrical opening section features solos on flute and euphonium, as a four-notemotif common to this song and also Carolina (South Caroline's official song) is developed. This motif unifies the entire work. A Celtic flavored Allegro takes over using this fragment, which leads ultimately to a grand Maestososection for the entire ensemble. A creative and dynamic work for contest or festival! Dur: 5:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99A Winter's Night (based on Silent Night)
Though Silent Night has been arranged for band many times before, this unique setting by Rick Kirby deserves special attention. An oboe solo (cued for alto sax) accompanied by piano sets the stage for an impressive rhapsodicapproach that includes lush full ensemble passages with harmonic twists, solos for recorder (flute), bassoon (tenor sax) and euphonium. Rick's beautiful rendering ends with the band singing Silent Night in unison. Sure to become aholiday highlight.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£60.99On Cloud Nine! - Richard L. Saucedo
On Cloud Nine is an impressive and energetic composition that will fit in just about any part of your concert program. The flashy opening segment features woodwind flourishes with powerful brass interjections. Following a slow and beautiful lyric setting of the theme featuring solos on horn and flute, the fast tempo returns and powers the piece to an exciting climax. With accessible ranges and modest technical demands, this work sounds harder than it really is. Dur. 3:00
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£118.99Bridge of the Gods - James Curnow
Commissioned by the Oregon Symphonic Band in Portland, Bridge of the Gods is a dramatic three-movement symphonic poem presenting the colorful legend told by the Native American Klickitatst about the origins of the volcanic mountains of the Cascade range and legendary bridge. The first movement (Saghalie) pays tribute to the powerful chief of all gods and is based on a majestic fanfare theme. The second movement captures the beauty of the maiden Loowit, with haunting flute and English horn solos accompanied by soft chanting voices. The final movement, Tanmahawis, utilizes stark clusters, jagged melodic fragments, and rhythmic percussive energy as it depicts the destruction of the mighty bridge. Dur: 8:50 Recorded by the Oregon Symphonic Band - Michael Burch-Pesses, conductor
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£109.99Undercurrents - Robert Buckley
Undercurrents provides an electrifying, virtuosic showcase for the whole ensemble - featuring a series of solos, duets and trios, as well as highlighting the various chamber sections within the band. The music was inspired by watching schools of fish and flocks of birds perpetually moving with the ocean currents and air currents. Every once in a while a single solo shape will appear - or two or three - they dance apart for a moment and then are drawn back into the ensemble. Commissioned by the Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy, Victoria, BC, this is a powerful tour-de-force from beginning to end. Dur: c. 6:30.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days