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    The Book of Urizen (Movements I: The Vision and II: The Creation) (Soprano, Narrator and Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Haan, Jacob

    The Book of Urizen is a work for concert band, solo soprano, and a male narrator in which sound collages of religious expressions are used. The piece is inspired by the compelling visionary poem of the same name (which the poet illustrated himself) by the Englishman William Blake (1757-1827), who occupies a unique position in western literature and the visual arts. He was not just a poet and a writer, but he was also a graphic artist, a painter, an illustrator, a spiritualist, a religious visionary, and a mystic philosopher. For the performance of this work, a professional sound system, including two microphones and a CD player, is needed. The three sound collages are three separate tracks on the enclosed CD and can be played easily at the right moment.The Book of Urizen bears resemblance to Genesis and Exodus, of which the contents form the basis of the Christian, Jewish, and Islamic faith. Blake adhered to the principle that all religions are in fact one, and that deities reside in human beings. In The Book of Urizen this is represented in "The Net of Religion," which is spanned over the earth by Urizen. The sound collages, compiled by Jacob de Haan in the studio, find their origin in Jerusalem, the Holy City, where the afore-mentioned faiths come together.In the first movement of this composition, The Vision, Urizen prepares his vision of the world, and he presents this to the "Eternals." His vision is rejected, and Urizen locks himself up in his own abstract world. When he does emerge again, he is confronted with rage by the gathered Eternals. Urizen flees the wrath of the Eternals, "the flames of eternal fury," and enwombs himself in his own world. When the Eternals see Urizen in his "stony sleep," they wonder if this is death. The blacksmith Los is torn by grief because of the isolation of Urizen. It brings him to rouse his fires, prepare his forge, and to give Urizen's world concrete form.In the second movement, The Creation, Urizen's world, but also man, woman, and child are created. Los is horrified with the appearance of Urizen's body. He mourns and pities Urizen, and from his blood a female form comes into being, with the name Enitharmon. The Eternals, fearful of the female form, decide to erect a tent to obstruct their view to eternity. Enitharmon and Los beget a son, called Orc. Los baptizes him as a child of the "fallen world." Orc is fed at Enitharmon's breast, which makes a girdle of jealousy restrict Los' chest. He takes the child to the top of the mountain and chains him down. The cries of Orc awaken Urizen, who explores his world creating instruments of scientific measurement to do so. Los encircles the face of Enitharmon from the sight of Urizen and Orc. She then populates the earth by giving birth to an enormous race.The Web, the third movement of The Book of Urizen, is available in a separate set.

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  • £73.50

    The Trail West (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Milford, Gene

    Inspired by the hope, opportunity, freedom, and adventure of the formative years of the United States, The Trail West includes excerpts from selections as diverse as Promised Land, The Girl I Left Behind, The Riddle Song, and a hauntingly beautiful Dakota Sioux melody. Two fiddle tunes, The Arkansas Traveler and Old Dan Tucker, remind us of the important role music played in lifting the pioneer spirits. Finally, the African-American spiritual Swing Low Sweet Chariot represents those for whom the concepts of freedom and opportunity meant the most. Duration: 8.00

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    The Wind in the Willows (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Meij, Johan

    A book for those who keep the spirit of youth alive in them; of life, sunshine, running water, woodlands, dusty roads, winter firesides, said author Kenneth Grahame (1859-1932) about his children's book The Wind in the Willows. Initially, he wrote the stories about Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad to read to his visually handicapped son Alistair, but after the publication in book form in 1908, it became a worldwide success. It was later also turned into a film and a television series. What appealed ti the composer most is the friendly, very cosy atmosphere that Grahame has managed to create with his optimistic narrative style full of high spirits, an atmosphere that reminds thecomposer of his own carefree youth. It was therefore a great pleasure to set this book to music! The four movements successively describe: I) The River- The river, which flows through the habitat of the animals like a lifeline, regularly is the scene of pleasant boat trips and picnics. The animals lead their untroubled lives here. The four-tone main motif [A-C-D-C] is extensively presented by the brass section, and returns in the following movements as a countermelody. II) Ratty and Mole -The bright, energetic Rat and the melancholy doubter Mole are inseparable friends and have many adventures. Their opposite characters are illustrated by separate musical themes. III) Mister Toad - The wilful, haughty Mister Toad is indeed a unique case: time after time, he runs into tricky situations, and with his indomitable passion for fast, preferably stolen, cars he causes quite a lot of damage... IV) The Return of Ulysses - After Toad Hall, the majestic residence of Mister Toad, is recovered from the weasels and stoats of the Wild Wood, who had captured the estate in a cowardly way, our friends get ready for a banquet. They celebrate the victory with a triumphant parade, and so both the book and the music conclude with a happy ending. Duration: 17.00

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    The Bells of Christmas (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Longfield, Robert

    An inspiring composition which features narration based on the story of how Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote the famous carol," I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day". The hand bell choir part (3 octaves) is totally optional, but gives the director a method of involving local hand bell choirs in the holiday concert. The narration is essential to the performance and also provides an opportunity to involve a local dignitary into the performance. Very distinctive and unique.

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    The Jungle Book (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Moss, John

    Includes: The Bare Necessities; Colonel Hathi's March (The Elephant Song); I Wan'na Be Like You (The Monkey Song); Trust In Me (The Python's Song).

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  • £73.50

    Star Wars: Episode I, The Phantom Menace (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Williams, John - Story, Michael

    The world had waited years, and finally the motion picture event of the century exploded on the screen in Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace. From the power-packed John Williams score, this Michael Story treatment is a highly creative mix of "Star Wars (Main Theme)" * "Duel of the Fates" * "Augie's Great Municipal Band" * "He Is The Chosen One" and the soaring "End Credits." Every band and wind ensemble in the world will be playing this one! Duration: 5.30

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  • £64.50

    The Wizard of Oz, Highlights from (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Arlen & Harburg - Story, Michael

    Although The Wizard of Oz was written many years ago, the story remains fresh and alive and the music is just as contemporary as one could wish. We visit these marvelous melodies from the mythical land of Oz: "If I Only Had a Brain," "We're Off to See the Wizard," "Ding-Dong! The Witch is Dead," and, of course, "Over the Rainbow." It's a quick-rehearsing, solidly musical medley that will thrill your audiences at each and every performance. Duration: 4.00

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    The Wizard of Oz (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Arlen & Harburg - Barnes, James

    Three Academy Awards were bestowed upon the original motion picture and the music from the soundtrack has become some of the most memorable of this generation. Now, for concert band, James Barnes creates magic with Over the Rainbow, Ding! Dong! The Witch is Dead, We're Off to See the Wizard, The Merry Old Land of Oz and If I Only Had a Brain. This is a musical must-have!Duration: 6:30

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    Belkis, Regina di Saba I (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Respighi, Ottorino - Kimura, Yoshihiro

    In 1931 Ottorino Respighi began composing the music for his most ambitious theatre work: Belkis, Regina di Saba. The ballet describes the journey of Belkis, the Queen of Sheba, to Solomon, the King of Israel, with whom she was in love. She travels with a large caravan including elephants, camels, slaves and many valuable treasures, through the desert. Kimura has arranged this colourful Oriental suite for wind band.Duration: 12:00

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  • £57.50

    Phantom of the Opera, Medley from (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Webber, Andrew Lloyd - Sweeney, Michael

    The incredible success of this Broadway smash continues into the 90's full force. Michael Sweeney's easy grade 2 medley includes three of the favourites from this theatrical phenomenon: Phantom of the Opera, All I Ask of You, and Music of the Night.

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