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£134.99Continental Overture - Johan de Meij
The Continental Overture was commissioned by the California Band Directors Association [CBDA] and was premiered on February 23rd 1997 at the 40th annual CBDA Conference in Bakersfield [CA] by the California All State Symphonic Band, conducted by the composer. It is a short, dynamic work full of energy and spirit, with a melodic middle section and a spectacular ending. The composer does not try to hide his continental roots: several influences by some of the great European composers can be recognised.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£141.99Postcard from Singapore - Philip Sparke
This new three movement work by the world renowned composer Philip Sparke is based on traditional folk songs, in particular popular children's songs, from Singapore.The first movement is based on Gelang Sipaku Gelang, a well-loved folksong which has become associated with the Geylang area and is a song about community spirit and people living together in harmony. The slower second movement uses Di-Tanjung Katong, a song which is popular with childrens' choirs and third the movement uses two traditional melodies - Lenggang Kangkung which tells of the graceful swaying of watercress in the rice paddy fields and Munnaeru Vaalibaa.Why not bring as little part of the orient to yourconcert with this exotic new work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£154.99Balkanya - Jan Van der Roost
Balkanya, a suite in three parts composed by Jan Van der Roost, was commissioned by the Music School of Gaillon - Aubevoye (France) for the celebration of the twentieth anniversary of its creation. Jan Van der Roost dedicated the piece to the director of the school: Thierry Patel.As in his earlier work, Puszta, the composer makes no use of existing dances or themes in these three Balkan dances. This high-spirited suite takes its own approach to the folk music of the Balkan countries and is characterized by unique changes in tempo and spirit. Woodwinds, brass and percussion all have equal parts, making this suite attractive and enjoyable for the entire band.
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£84.99
Applause! - Takamasa Sakai
This piece was inspired by a variety of music such as Broadway musicals, French cancan, and circus marches. A special rhythm pattern called "Ipponjime" (or "Sanbonjime") is played by the percussion (3 + 3 + 3 + 1) in the first four measures.This is how people freely clap their hands when ceremonies or parties end in Japan. This custom of clapping hands reflects Japanese people's spirit to readily move on to the next step. As the infectious work comes to its exciting conclusion every player shouts "yeah!"ensuring you will definitely hear rapturous applause!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99
Ungarische Tnze Nr. 5 & 6 - Johannes Brahms
Fascinated by the expressive power and spirit of the gypsy music from Hungary, Brahms used mainly traditional melodies in his Hungarian Dances as well as themes from compositions in similar musical styles. No. 5 and No. 6 are the most well-known of his Hungarian Dances and are popular as encores at the New Year's Concert of the Vienna Philharmonic.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night - Elliot Del Borgo
The Dylan Thomas poem Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night was the motivation for this musical composition. While not a programmatic depiction of the poem, the work attempts to recreate the essence of the poem in sound. Theopening motive, representative of the life force, permeates much of the work. The use of sound layers - in the form of polytonal hymns - calls to mind the struggles and persistence of the human spirit and its refusal to go gentle.A substantial and dramatic work for mature ensembles. Dur: 11:15 (Grade 5)
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£39.99Renaissance Festival - Tielman Susato
Tielman Susato, one of the most influential musicians of his time, left behind an enormous body of Renaissance compositions. Students of music would do well to be familiar with Susato and the sounds of the Renaissance. JamesCurnow has carefully arranged two of Susato's dance melodies in such a way that the young band can bring them to the concert stage with the real character and spirit of the original works. Opportunities abound for a study of theRenaissance period in a cross-curricular setting. You'll find this excellent concert and contest publication to be right on target.
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£76.99Music for Happiness - Gerald Oswald
As the title suggests, the Austrian composer Gerald Oswald's work Music for Happiness aims above all to convey a message: the great joy in making music together. Music making is joyful and relaxing, and brings a carefree, liberating freedom into the lives of listeners and musicians alike. It conjures a smile on our lips and inspires us to perform in our daily lives with gusto and spirit.
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£69.99
Rise Up Shepherd - Stephen Bulla
No one brings "jazzy" styles to the concert band better than Stephen Bulla! Your band will go crazy over this swingin' holiday treat! Rise Up Shepherd also makes a great "encore" closer for School bands that normally play harder music, simply because it's so much fun. The melody is passed all around the band letting everyone get a chance to "swing" into the Christmas spirit.The exuberant joy is infectious.Irresistible!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Tempus Fugit - James Curnow
Commissioned by the Glenbard East High School Music Department of Lombard, Illinois in grateful appreciation for the 34 year teaching career of Ross Kellan and his tireless commitment to excellence in music education, where he led by example each and every day. A scintillating opener! The joyful spirit will light up your concert hall like fireworks as you set your next performance in motion with James Curnow's striking new piece titled Tempus Fugit. Brass fanfares, Woodwind flourishes, and Percussive flamboyance commence as the house lights go down and the curtains part. Artistic variation is the hallmark of this enthusiastic work and many delights are in store foryour group as you carefully rehearse this outstanding new piece.Carpe diem!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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