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£149.99Concordia - Jan van der Roost
This unusual concert work, commissioned by the concert band ?Harmonie Concorde? from Sanem in Luxembourg, is built on two basic ideas: the evolution of the economic and social context of this Luxembourg city with its strong mining industry and the European concept, which is clearly present in this very small but prosperous country with its many European institutes. This is musically expressed in a few quotes from the European hymn Ode to Joy, the closing of Beethoven?s Ninth Symphony and from the Te Deum by Charpentier ? widely known as the signature tune for Eurovision broadcasts. A work of true unity.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99A Copland Portrait - David Conte
Originally commissioned by maestro Neal Gittleman, A Copland Portrait was premiered by the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra in January 2000. In March of 2015, First Lieutenant Ryan Nowlin's transcription of this work for band was premiered by "The President's Own" United States Marine Band under the direction of Lieutenant Colonel Jason Fettig. ECS Publishing is proud to offer both the band and the orchestra version. Conte on the creation of this overture: "I set out quite consciously to evoke various aspects of Copland's work by combining and recombining them within the terms of my own musical personality. For example, the first theme of A Copland Portrait combines the character of a theme from The Red Pony with the rhythmic texture of the scherzo of the Third Symphony. While composing the piece I was conscious of drawing inspiration from many of Copland's works; a melodic shape here, a harmonic gesture there, until I arrived at something that felt fresh and new to me. A Copland Portrait is cast in a traditional Sonata-Allegro form. After a vigorous, syncopated orchestral tutti, the first theme is announced in the solo oboe, accompanied by a steady eighth-note ostinato. Playful interjections are stated in the flute and bassoon. The syncopated tutti returns; the first theme is stated again, this time in the low winds. This theme builds to a colorful climax, leading into a more dissonant transition section, which gradually slows and gives way to a lilting, more lyrical second theme in the clarinet. After some modest development of the second theme, a more plaintive theme stated in the muted trumpet brings the exposition to a close. A scherzando development section follows; the first four notes of the first theme are inverted and subjected to various contrapuntal treatments. This development section ends with a return of the opening syncopated motive, leading into a recapitulation of the first theme, this time in canon, and the second theme and closing theme, broadly sung. A brilliant toccata-style coda brings A Copland Portrait to a brisk conclusion."
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£93.50Yuletide Flourish - R. Alan Carter
As the title suggests, Yuletide Flourish is a whirlwind of well-known carols. Fanfares and soaring melodies propel this work to its climactic rendition of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 "Ode to Joy".
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£55.00Pre-Goodman Rag. Wind band - Malcolm Arnold
Malcolm Arnold's 'Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op. 115', was dedicated to Benny Goodman, and first performed by him as part of the 'Red Rocks Music Festival' with the Denver Symphony Orchestra conducted by Brian Priestman on 17 August1974. The third movement, known affectionately as 'The Pre-Goodman Rag', is an outrageous ragtime parody with a hauntingly wistful middle section. The work has now been made more widely available in this transcription for windband. This version conmtains full score and parts.
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£72.99Lola Flores - Alfred Sadel
The lively dance style of the Paso Doble (double-step) is inherent in Spanish culture and claims its roots from the excitement and drama of the bullfight arena. Here in one of the most famous Paso Dobles can be heard theanticipation and pageantry as the matadors majestically enter the ring. John Krance's classic 1966 setting is a distinctive and important work for band. (Grade 4) Dur: 4:00 Recorded by the Texas A&M University Wind Symphony -Timothy Rhea, conductor From Mark Records Wind Band Masterworks Volume V 8515-MCD - Used with permission.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£59.99
Ravinia Overture - John Tatgenhorst
John Tatgenhorst's exiting new work is a musical tribute to one of America's greatest summer music venues, Ravinia, which is home to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Written in four short movements, the opening Pastorale conveys the beauty and serenity of the grounds. Fanfare announces an exciting concert prelude. Promenade is a short spirited march which leads to the majestic Finale which is thematically linked to the opening motives.
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£118.99Noisy Wheels Of Joy - Eric Whitacre
Conceived as a raucous 'opera buffo' style overture, this new work from composer Eric Whitacre is the perfect way to start any concert. The beautiful theme and brilliant orchestration build to an exciting and breathtaking finale. Noisy Wheels of Joy was commissioned by the Band Composers Masterworks Consortium and premiered at the 2001 ABA convention by the UNLV Wind Symphony.
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£64.99Lansing State Journal - John Moss
Commissioned to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Lansing State Journal newspaper, this marvelous symphonic march was premiered by the Michigan State University Wind Symphony in November 2005, conducted by John Whitwell. In combining elements of our country's rich march history with his own blend of contemporary harmonies and masterful orchestrational techniques, John Moss has created an impressive work destined to become a staple in the repertoire of enduring concert marches.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Purple Whispers - Richard L. Saucedo
This remarkable and descriptive work opens and closes with members of the ensemble whispering to one another, creating a soft yet chaotic effect. The simple poem is by the composer: Whispers move in colored flight, seeking signs of next twilight, purple as the violets grow, warm but rich for all to know. As the piece progresses, introduced by a solo piano, the listener is taken through a dynamic range of emotional tension and release before the quiet mood returns to close out this uniquely effective composition. Dur: 5:15 Recorded by the Marshall University Wind Symphony - Steve Barnett, conductor
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Celebration On a Theme by Saint-Saens - James Curnow
Celebration was written for and dedicated to a promising young musician and leader whose life was needlessly taken by a drunk driver. To capture the spririt of this fine young person, Curnow uses excerpts from the Saint-Saens 'Organ Symphony' in three contrasting variations, An imaginative piece that is inspirational for both players and audiences alike.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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