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£148.99Nepotism (Movement II from Symphony No.1, The Borgias) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Schwarz, Otto M.
A sinister legend hangs over the Borgia family, a legend of corruption, abuse of power, orgies, sex and murder. These rumours proliferated especially during the papacy of Alexander VI, a descendant of the family, who was even called the Antichrist. On his death, contemporary witnesses reported that the devil himself prowled around the death chamber and a black dog run along the corridors of the Vatican as his emissary. One might say that this Borgia pope, who ruled together with his family with the greatest brutality, became demonised. Unscrupulousness, poison-toting, incest and other malice are to this day the hallmarks of this pontiffNepotism: Rodrigo Borgia was elected Pope on 11 August 1492. From the very start, the new pope was prepared to use any means to eliminate his opponents, either through the infamous Borgia poison or by excommunication and execution. His son Cesare, who wanted little to do with the church, was appointed cardinal against his will. Alessandro Farnese, broth of Giulia Farnese, the Pope's mistress, also became a cardinal. Numerous Spaniards were brought into the country and were appointed to ecclesiastical posts. This infuriated the opponents of Alexander VI. The Dominican Girolamo Savonarola from Florence demanded the removal of the Pope. He was tortured and banned. Giuliano della Rovere wanted to convene councils to depose the Pope, which Alexander managed to prevent through artful political manoeuvrings. Through great brutality, brilliant political skill and power games, this pope was able to achieve his goal of leaving for his children a great legacy. Alexander VI constantly changed his allies and always acted unscrupulously to improve his financial situation and expand his sphere of influence. At the centre of the second movement of this work is the medieval hymn Dies Irae (Day of Wrath), which acts as a warning in the background condemning the Pope's actions.Duration: 9.15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£76.95The Mountain (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Oliva & O'Neill - Megaw & Phillips
Great for the holidays like all Trans-Siberian Orchestra pieces, yet based on classical music, so also fitting for any pops concert! Based upon "Mars, the Bringer of War" from The Planets by Gustav Holst and "In the Hall of the Mountain King" by Edvard Greig, this energetic setting of beloved favourites will rock your concert. Includes optional electric guitar, electric violin, electric bass, percussion, and piano parts. For a great opener or closer, this piece can be combined with the string arrangement by the same name for a joint performance. A compelling and unique addition to your holiday program or any pops concert.Duration: 4.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£174.99The Curse of the Mermaid (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Doss, Thomas
The Curse of the Mermaid tells the story of a greedy and wealthy fisherman wanting to make money in any way possible. When his business starts to fail, he puts the blame on the mermaids. One day, the fisherman kills a mermaid, who casts a spell on him shortly before she disappears into the water. The composition is in the form of a symphonic poem, starting slow and then mysteriously opening up revealing a fantastic colourful world of sounds and motion. There are various moments during the piece where the composer includes broad and beautiful melodic material, as well as surprising effects and great rhythmical interest. This is a challenging but great piece for concerts or contests! Duration: 11.45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£122.50The Best of Charles Aznavour (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Kernen, Roland
Charles Aznavour, the son of Armenian immigrants, was born in 1924, in Paris. He finally launched his singing career in France with great effort; despite his lack of star looks and less than remarkable voice. However, he had two things going for him: powerful on-stage charisma and great willpower. It took him about twenty years to reach the top but when he did, his determination certainly paid off. He became a star singer/songwriter in France and his chansons were embraced throughout the rest of the world as well. The typical French atmosphere that pervades his music can be clearly experienced in this medley for concert band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£67.50The Young Amadeus (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus - Parker, Tom
Melody is the very essence of music. - W.A. Mozart (1786)Mozart confirmed this view on melody by writing the Ave Verum Corpus near the end of his short life. Originally written for chorus, strings, and organ, this work stands among the most beautiful musical expressions of all time. Timothy Johnson has skilfully made Mozart's wondrous achievement available to concert bands. It's perfect for worship services and the sostenuto style, with careful attention to dynamics, makes it a great choice for that middle spot at festival or for the more serious moment at any performance. Given the opportunity, young bands Love to play truly great music, and it just doesn't get much better than the mastery of Mozart.Duration: 3.30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.35America the Beautiful
Patriotism abounds in all its glory with this stirring and spectacular new setting of a great "American Classic." In his own unique writing style, James Swearingen has crafted a powerful arrangement that is sure to bring the house down when preformed as the finale for that special concert. As a musical bonus, this exciting rendition features optional choir parts that, along with the band, soar to the very end with great resolve in reflecting the pride of an extremely grateful nation. A guaranteed winner!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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GOOD TIDINGS OF GREAT JOY (A Christmas Narrative for Band) - Lawshe, Wilford - Holcombe, Bill
Good Tidings of Great Joy is based on the biblical texts according to Isaiah and St. Luke. The christmas Story has been told many times in oratorio and cantata form, but this version is told instrumentally. The success and uniqueness of this composition results from the composers careful intertwining of over 40 Christmas Carols and themes including excerpts from Handel's Messiah and Bach's Christmas Oratorio. Each stran dis like a threat intricately woven, the more familiary the strands are to the listener, the finder the tapestry becomes. The musical substance of the piece is sufficient to tell the Christmas Story, althought the use of prgramme notes, citing the verses of the scripture used, or the optional narration provided, will help clarify the progress of the story to some of the listeners. In addition ot eh optional narration, an optional unison chorus on "O Come O Ye Faithful" is incorporated at the end of the composition.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.00The Long Ships
The Long Ships: A Viking Sagaportrays the drama and excitement of the adventures of Viking heroes and great tales of Norse mythology. Composer Gene Milford has written a descriptive work that is bold, exciting and at times beautiful. The rhapsodic piece shows great potential for raising the musicianship level of your students and is certain to be part of many contest and festival lists in the very near future!
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£47.50We Know the Way (from Moana) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Foa'i & Miranda - Vinson, Johnnie
From the Disney animated blockbuster Moana, this popular song has a great melody and an anthem-like refrain. This easy arrangement will work great for second year players.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£75.00How Great Our Joy! (Concert Band with Optional Choir - Score and Parts) - Rutter, John - Noble, Paul
How great our joy! is a traditional German carol which has been interpreted by John Rutter and arranged for combined Concert Band and Chorus by Paul Noble. The piece may be performed also by band alone. The piece is relatively easy to perform, straightforward with four verses and no key changes.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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