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£82.50Flight Of The Vampire - John Prescott
Take to the skies as a vampire searches intently for his next victim in this exciting work. Using a minor key and repeated eighth notes, a sense of suspense and expectation is created. A shift to major keys provides the listener a momentary illusion of safety and well-being. This quickly ends with a return to the opening material as the chase ensues until dark skies prevail, the vampire emerges victorious and night comes to a close.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£71.50The Russian Sailor's Dance - Robert E. Foster Jr.
Another classical addition to the Achievement Series that retains the sound and excitement of the original, but is carefully scored and notated for success with young players. As with the original, it begins slow and mysteriously, gradually increasing speed as it builds up to the presto and an explosive conclusion that will bring the audience to their feet. This is the perfect piece to introduce an exciting classic to your young musicians and impress audiences.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50On The Banks Of Prairie River - Barry E. Kopetz
Commissioned by Michael Chula, director of the Prairie River Middle School Eighth Grade band in Merrill, Wisconsin, it is reflective of the energy and joy displayed by the students of that band. The music was composed with the thought that these fine young performers required a piece that they could focus their energy into and that captured their unmistakable innate energy.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50Vampires In The Attic - Joseph Eidson
Vampires in the Attic is a creepy and energetic work for young band that emphasizes musicality and ensemble playing. The slow beginning sets a creepy atmosphere as the dark recesses of the attic are explored. As the pace increases, the trumpet section is featured as if vampires are chased around the attic, ending with the vampires returning to their hiding spots as the opening material is revisited, slowing to a delightfully eerie conclusion.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50The Water Is Wide - Darren W. Jenkins
One of the most endearing folk tunes of all time, also known as O Waly, Waly; it is of Scottish or English origin, and the poignant and moving melody has been a favorite for hundreds of years. This well crafted and playable setting brings out all the beauty and lyric qualities of the melody through the skillful scoring and provides an effective musical work for concert band programming. A touching arrangement that will enhance any concert program.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50As The Days Become Shorter - Gary P. Gilroy
This work was commissioned by the Lampasas High School Band, Lampasas, Texas, Richard Hooper, Director, in memory of their classmate and friend, Chris Cruz, and his father and sister. Chris was a saxophone player, Eagle Scout and junior in high school. He was a much-loved member of the high school band and this work was commissioned in honor and memory of him. The title refers to Chris favorite time of the year: the end of summer, band camp, the start of school, the start of fall, football games, band competitions and all the other fun times that come along for high school band students "as the days become shorter." Energetic and driving, much like the life that Chris lived, this work is meant to be a celebration of his life and spirit.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50Flight Of The Monarch - Larry MacTaggart
A graceful flute solo over an airy background of woodwinds and percussion introduces this colorful and evocative concert work. Contrasting with this lyric opening is the energy and vitality of the main body of material, creating a wonderful depiction of the flight of the monarch butterfly against the backdrop of the beautiful Nebraska countryside. Dedicated to the Papillion Area Concert Band and founding member Gene Brong, this selection is ideal for any contest or concert event.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£54.99The Legend of Black Bart - Gary P. Gilroy
An imaginative piece composed for very young band students to give them an exciting and energetic work to develop their beginning skills. The opening punches of the tutti ensemble are followed by the gun-shot sounds of the snare drum rim shots. You can almost hear Black Barts horse galloping away from the scene of a Gold-Rush Era stagecoach holdup with a group of determined lawmen in hot pursuit. Your young percussionists play an important role in this unique and thrilling adventure for elementary bands.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£121.00Take the Ribbons - Gary P. Gilroy
Take The Ribbons was commissioned by the Northern California Band Association for the 2011 All-Northern High School Honor Band. The composition was inspired by the story of Delia Haskett Rawson (1861-1949) who was the first woman stagecoach driver for the famous Wells Fargo stage line. The fast and unrelenting music takes the listener on a wild and driving stage coach run, with the threat from any number of dangers in close pursuit or around the next bend.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.50Bright Shining As the Sun - John Prescott
Bright Shining as the Sun was commissioned by the Poplar Bluff, Missouri High School Band in honor of Kyle Dicken, who perished while trying to save his younger brother from a tragic house fire. As a band member, Kyle played the tuba and trombone and was a dedicated and popular member of the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Marching Band. The hymn tune Amazing Grace is used throughout the work, both as a motive during the fast sections and in its entirety during the expressive middle section. As a tribute to his memory this work was played by members of the Poplar Bluff Band at Kyles memorial service.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days