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Alliance of the Free - James L. Hosay
For the opening ceremony of the fiftieth anniversary of NATO, James L. Hosay was commissioned to write a special march. The heads of state of all member states of NATO were present at this event. According to instructions, the march had to be a combination of marches in American, Western European and Eastern European style. This way, a concert march was written to outline the history of the greatest alliance ever of countries working together. Now your band and audience can experience this piece of world history in a tribute to the Alliance of the Free!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£102.99
A Day at the Fair - James Curnow
Explore a child's imagination with this colorful piece depicting the sights and sounds of the county fair! The five-movements take about five minutes to perform in their entirety, including: Parade; Haunted House; Carousel; Midway and Rodeo. From the snake charmer, to the cowboys to the ring toss, there is something here that will bring back fond memories to every person in the audience! Fun for all!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.50
The King's Court - Nathan Farrell
Journey back to the days of royalty and chivalry as guests at the King's Ball! A noble procession of Lords and Ladies enters the magnificent hall, followed by the Prince and Princess. All stand as the King and Queen arrive to make their stately entrance.Renaissance harmonies and resplendent scoring bring the grandeur of the royal court to your concert stage.Let the feast begin!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.50
The Three Drummers - James Curnow
Feature the section that "delivers the energy" in this great new arrangement by James Curnow. Based on a French folk song that tells a story about three young drummer boys, the music uses imitation, question and answer and stylistic rhythmic figures to challenge these proud musicians.While featuring the Percussion section, there are also great parts for everyone else, so the entire group will stay engaged and productive in rehearsal.Spirited!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50
Chalumeau on the go - Mike Hannickel
Typically bands that play at this level have some Clarinet players who are comfortable above the break and others who are not. By staying below the break throughout, this light and spirited Clarinet section feature let's you give the entire section a bit of the limelight. This is a perfect vehicle to help your Clarinet section learn to shape a phrase, and the cheerful melody let's you program this piece anywhere you like. It's also a good selection to use to take the pressure off Brasses before a particularly taxing major work. Remind the critically important Clarinet section that you value their efforts as much as any other section. Breezy!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£69.99
Jumpin' at the Swing Train - Stephen Bulla
Authentic Big Band swing style music for the concert band! You know this one will be a crowd pleaser, and SO much fun to play! Stephen Bulla works his magic with the great Jazz sounds of the 40s and 50s in such a way that your band will be able to put it together and make it happen. Lots of great jazz style articulation and harmonic considerations ensure that your students are doing more than just playing the piece. They are learning Big Band Jazz style interpretation in the bargain, and loving it as they do. This is a great opportunity to study the historical American roots of Jazz!Swing it!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£52.50
The Christmas Present - Mike Hannickel
Your Beginning Band will enjoy this musical joke on their Christmas concert audience. While bits of The Twelve Days of Christmas, O Christmas Tree and Up on the Housetop make up the body of the music, the real intent of the piece is to be a humorous snapshot of a typical family at the Christmas morning gift exchange. This is a chance for your Beginners to play well known seasonal tunes in a really fun setting this year.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99
The Ant Farm - Paul Curnow
The ants come marching in! With Trombone glissandos and numerous Percussion effects, Paul Curnow's Ant Farm is full of surprises. Your beginning band will love performing this furious invasion of the ants. Carefully controlled ranges and rhythms keep the music accessible to the beginning band while a few easy accidentals keep the interest alive.Look out! They're Everywhere! Grade 1 fun!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50
The Good King Rocks - Timothy Johnson
Young band directors are always on the lookout for something new and a little different for the winter concert. Timothy Johnson's new Christmas arrangement for Beginning Bands fits the bill perfectly. It remains technically accessible to the young band while exploring this old familiar tune in new and different ways. You even have the option of including a "set" drummer by using the Optional Percussion 1 Advanced part. Lots of unison rhythms in the Winds ensure that you can prepare The Good King Rocks in time for that winter concert, and there are enjoyable parts for every instrument, which keeps the whole group focused and involved during rehearsal. Fun!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50
Album for the Young - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Tchaikovsky's excursion into music for young people carries the indelible stamp of masterful composition. James Curnow has carefully maintained the intent of this work while making it accessible to the concert band. Contrasting movements and colorful orchestration mean your band can experience this composer's work in much the way he intended. There are many possibilities for cross-curricular teaching in this piece, especially in music history. Tchaikovsky composed many of music's most memorable melodies. Explore a few with your band as you prepare and perform Album for the Young this season.Excellent!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days