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£64.00Madonna of the Western Trail
Inspired by 12 monuments of the same name which exist along the Old Trail Road or National Road, this piece evolves as you follow the path of a traveling pioneer woman and her family. Featuring an expressive middle section inside two faster Spanish-influenced sections, this concert opener or contest and festival selection also features a short trumpet solo. Use this to teach about ABA compositional form or as an interdisciplinary lesson on the American West.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£56.00The Corcoran Cadets March
Written in 1890, this early Sousa march is a great exercise in rhythmic precision and dynamic contrast. Rearranged and technically adjusted for the modern concert band from the original Carl Fischer publication, this march really flies!
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£49.00Trek to the Summit
Trek to the Summit takes all who listen on a journey to the top of the mountain. From the grand opening fanfare to the softer lyrical passage, this piece captures the excitement, confidence, and also moments of quiet reflection inspired by a long mountain trek. You will have the opportunity to reinforce dynamics, phrasing, and tone with your students. This work is a great concert piece for celebrating how far your students have come.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£56.00The Elven Eleven
With a nod toward Western movie theme songs, The Elven Eleven is a quirky look at a troop of pony-riding elves on a quest for adventure. Join them as they romp through the countryside in search of treasures, conquests, and revelry! This piece is a great chance to work on intonation, articulation, and syncopation with early students. This song was designed to entertain audiences and make your young band sound great.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£93.00The Hornet's Nest
In 1780, Lord Charles Cornwallis attempted to invade Charlotte, but the city's residents united and expelled him. General Cornwallis went on to describe the city as "a hornet's nest of rebellion." In this Revolutionary War inspired piece, a strong florid melody is passed around the various sections of the ensemble. This work is a great opportunity for more advanced bands to focus on stylistic playing between the bright and triumphant theme and quieter larghetto passage. Students will enjoy taking a trip back in time with this piece full of Colonial American vigor.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£41.00Sailing Into the Moon - Gary Fagan
Sailing Into the Moon,astrong tuneful beginning band piece,wasinspired by the image of a Windjammer sailing toward the rising moon on the horizon. Veteran composer Gary Fagan draws from his experience as a long time educator to provide music that students will enjoy learning and performing.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£71.00Rainbow in the Clouds
Rainbow in the Cloudsis based on a traditional spiritual, possibly an African-American song from the 19th century, entitled God Put a Rainbow in the Clouds. Composer Carol Brittin Chambers was inspired by the poet Maya Angelou to create this setting of the song. With rich and beautiful harmonies throughout, this piece will highlight students' musicianship. This serves as a welcome change of pace on any concert or contest program.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£38.00Ballet of the Dinosaur Hatchlings
Ballet of the Dinosaur Hatchlingsisan imaginative and funselection for a beginning band with less than one year of instruction. Wind parts use only five pitches and only the percussion partsuse eighth notes. Two sound effects are required in the piece.First, the hatching eggs are portrayed by a ratchet, and second, the snapping dinosaurs jaws are represented by a slapstick. Ballet of the Dinosaur Hatchlings isan intriguing piece that beginning students are sure to love.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£56.00The Advocate
The Advocateis a spirited march that provides melodic opportunities and interesting parts for all sections of the band. Written in standard American march form and style, this original tune is reminiscent of the great marches of Fillmore or King and is perfect for any festival performance.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£56.00Beyond the Crest
Beyond the Crest is an exciting piece that captures the essence of Sean O'Loughlin's popular style. The piece opens with a slow, soaring melody that develops throughout the composition. Pulsating eighth notes build the tension and intense harmonies drive the piece to a satisfying and dynamic ending.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days