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£149.99Man in the Ice (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Schwarz, Otto M.
On September 19th, 1991 a mummified corpse of a man was found at the Similaun glacier in the -tztler Alps. The glacier unveiled an early man after 5,300 years, with all his personal belongings. His clothes and weapons were fairly well preserved and today allow us a deeper insight into that period. Austrian nature filmmaker Kurt Mndel reconstructed the life of this man and made a film which, based on facts, shows how it might have been then. Otto M. Schwarz used this documentary as an opportunity to write a work for symphonic wind band and musically resurrect the Man in the Ice.Duration: 10:30
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£75.50The Dream of Tiberius - David Campo
The Roman Emperor Tiberius was born in 42 BCE to Tiberius Claudius Nero and Livia Drusilla, both descendants of prestigious political families, at a time when Rome was undergoing significant political upheaval. Julius Caesar had begun a brutal civil war in 49 BCE to end Rome's rule as a Republic and consolidate his power as supreme ruler. Following Caeser's assassination in 44 BCE, Tiberius' father backed the forces wishing to return Rome to a Republic, but they were defeated by Caesarian loyalists led by Caeser's heir Octavian. As a result, Tiberius' early life was spent on the run and in political exile with his parents. In 27 BCE, Octavian would become the first Emporer of Rome and assume the name Augustus. Augustus forced Tiberius' parents to divorce and took Tiberius' mother as his new bride, separating the family and forcing Tiberius to live with his father. Upon his father's death, Tiberius went to live with his mother and Emporer Augustus, a situation Tiberius found extremely uncomfortable but one over which he had no control. Having been adopted by the Emperor, Tiberius assumed the military and political life thrust upon him. He proved to be an outstanding military and political leader, and with his marriage to Vipsania Agrippina his life took on a heretofore unknown stability. However, Augustus would intervene in Tiberius' life once more, forcing him to abandon his happy marriage and take Augustus' daughter Julia (Tiberius' step sister) as his new wife. This arrangement, while securing Tiberius' place as Augustus' heir and ensuring he would one day be Emperor of Rome, was disastrous. Julia's drunken licentiousness was a constant source of scandal and embarrassment for Tiberius (and her father, the Emperor) and she was eventually exiled by her father Augustus. Tiberius was named Emperor of Rome upon the death of Augustus in AD 14, assuming his position as the most powerful man on Earth. However, no matter how powerful he had become, Tiberius never felt as if he had ever had any control over his life, having been manipulated from childhood through adulthood by the whims of Augustus. As Emperor, he soon became disgusted with the political intrigue of the Roman Senate and by AD 26 left Rome and took up residence on the island of Capri, where he lived out the rest of his life. History does not regard Tiberius fondly and by all accounts towards the end of his reclusive life on Capri, he had become a miserable, sick and mentally unstable old man reveling in debauchery and cruelty. It is also informative to note that he was Emperor of Rome when Jesus of Nazareth was crucified, and while there is no indication that Tiberius was even aware of the existence of Jesus, as Emperor he was responsible for the appointment of Pontius Pilate as Governor of Judea. Even considering this, it is difficult to look on the life of the Emperor Tiberius and not feel some sympathy and pity. It's in this spirit that I composed "The Dream of Tiberius." I imagine the man sitting in thoughtful seclusion on the beautiful island of Capri imagining what his life might have happily been had not power been thrust upon him: husband, father and humble servant of the people.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£149.40The Battle of the Hats - Øystein Sjøvaag Heimdal
The word svimesltt, which is the title of this piece in Norwegian, has two meanings. One meaning is "knocked out", whilst the other, "sltt", means a folk melody/dance.Svimesltt is one of several folk dances, all of them with humorous titles, originally written by ystein Olsen Vadsten. Norwegian culture is the basis for these dances, both rhythmically and melodically. The accompaniment has brought this funpiece into the 21st Century.When it comes to Svimesltt, it is the traditional dance "halling" that is the inspiration. Halling is a rather wild dance, where the man tries to win the heart of a lady by attempting to kick a hat off a stick,held up in the air. This iswhere "The Battle of the Hats" gets its distinctive name A truly Norwegian tradition.The composer wanted to write a "crazy" melody, which highlights how "knocked out" a man can be by love, as he tries to win the chosen ones heart.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£82.50Gates Of The Minotaur - Barry E. Kopetz
The Minotaur is the legendary creature with the body of a man and the head of a bull, or the body of a bull and the head of a man. In Greek mythology The Minotaur was evil, preying on youths and young maidens from Athens. The musical depiction in this composition begins with the legendary half-man/half-animal guarding the gates to the famous Labyrinth, its home. The Greek hero, Theseus enters the Labyrinth, locates the evil Minotaur, and after a dramatic battle to the death, succeeds in killing him with a sword. This is a bold, programmatic work for young band.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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Around the World With This Old Man - Gerald Sebesky
A unique and entertaining piece that features different treatments on the classic "This Old Man" as it would be heard as you travel the globe.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.95
Man Against Machine - Joseph Benjamin Earp
"Man Against Machine", inspired by the folk tale of John Henry, offers an opportunity for your students to practice musical storytelling. This legendary story is an opportunity for SEL (social emotional learning) in your classroom as you discuss grit and work ethic with your students. The educational possibilities are endless with this well written and crafted composition for the young band!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£89.99
Man In Motion - D. Foster
Man in Motion is the title number from the film St. Elmo's Fire from 1985. The song was a huge hit and was even nominated for a Grammy. In the meantime, it's become a world-wide classic, which in this entertaining concert band arrangement will enliven any concert programme.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Who's That Masked Man?
Why is it that so many of our favorite characters from film and television wear masks? Jay Bocook examines this disturbing phenomenon in this intense yet entertaining medley featuring themes from The Phantom of the Opera, The Maskof Zorro, The Lone Ranger, Spider Man and The Incredibles.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£80.95Man of La Mancha, Suite from (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Darion & Leigh - Williams, Justin
Man of La Mancha ran for 2,328 performances and won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Utilising symphonic as well as driving, Latin-pop styles, Justin Williams brings four of the most beloved numbers from the legendary musical to your concert ensemble. Rearranged for a new generation of players and listeners, you'll find fresh, new harmonies, catchy rhythms, and toe-tapping riffs in this fun and exciting arrangement. Filled with solos and driving Latin percussion, this suite is sure to be an instant classic with your concert band!Includes:The Impossible DreamMan of La ManchaDulcineaLittle Bird, Little BirdDuration: 5:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Who's That Masked Man (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Bocook, Jay
Why is it that so many of our favourite characters from film and television wear masks? Jay Bocook examines this disturbing phenomenon in this intense yet entertaining medley featuring themes from The Phantom of the Opera, The Mask of Zorro, The Lone Ranger, Spider Man and The Incredibles.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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