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£54.95Two Movements from William Byrd Suite - Gordon Jacob
Of all of Gordon Jacob's major contributions to the British wind band repertoire, the William Byrd Suite (written in 1923) stands as his most-often programmed work. Though originally based on six movements from William Byrd's Fitzwilliam Virginal Book, this setting for developing band incorporates two contrasting movements including "The Earle of Oxford's Marche" and "Wolsey's Wilde." Like Jacob's wind band work, the music is not a mere transcription from the original keyboard collection, but rather stylized with his own inventive musical spirit for modern concert band. A wealth of material here that opens doors to teachable moments as musical textures---dynamic contrasts, articulations, scoring options---are continually changing. Bravo! (2:33) This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£47.50Heavy Mettle
The title Heavy Mettle is naturally a play on words and affectionately refers to the low brass section. Filled with enthusiasm and a resilient spirit, these students are often the foundation and heart of any band. Although not specifically a low brass feature, Heavy Mettle is a driving and energetic work that pays tribute to these indispensable players! Dur: 1:50
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£420.99Symphony of Freedom - Thomas Doss
"All men are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and are to meet one another in a spirit of brotherhood." This article 1 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights forms the basic idea behind this majestic Symphony of Freedom. In each of the three movements, the composer picks another angle on this universal theme of freedom. In the first 'Cry for Freedom' it's the Dalai Lama of which the composer is a great admirer. The second movement 'Dream of Freedom' takes the photograph of the deceased three-year-old refugee boy Ailan Kurdi on the beach at Bodrum as a basis. The finale 'Freedom Above All' refers, besides a Bruckner quote, to the music of Ludwig van Beethoven. This movement should be seen first and foremost as an affirmation of life, faith and hope for a better world.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Magic Feeling - Marc Jeanbourquin
To mark its centenary, the "Musikgesellschaft Hinterkappelen-Wohlen" decided to commission a light-hearted work comprising different styles brought together in one setting. With this in mind, Marc Jeanbourquin composed a piece with a theme based on a short 5-note ascending motif. He developed this theme in various styles - funk, ballad, Celtic and, finally, rock. Everything comes together at the end of the piece with this "magical" ascending motif. Will the musicians conjure and retain a magical spirit full of energy and vitality through playing Magic Feeling? - most certainly!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£79.99Maverick - Jay Bocook
The term maverick has come to describe someone fiercely independent, and derives from the mid 1800s in the person of Samuel A. Maverick - Texas lawyer, politician, land baron and advocate for Texas independence from Mexico. In this descriptive work for band, Jay Bocook uses a blend of dramatic playfulness along with contrasts and excitement to depict a spirit of independence. Impressive sounding, and still fun!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Three Trails Turning West - Richard L. Saucedo
Near present day Olathe, KS three trails from pioneer days (the Santa Fe, Oregon and California trails) diverged on their way further West. Richard's exciting work Three Trails Turning West captures the adventurous spirit of ourcountry's Western expansion with fanfares and sweeping themes bringing to mind the open prairies and grand vistas experienced by the early settlers.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.99Above and Beyond - Robert Buckley
Written as a celebratory piece, Above and Beyond is a stirring overture that explodes with energy and enthusiasm - a tribute to the quest for the extraordinary and the desire to do more than is required. Built around threedistinct themes which are organically developed, the work contains powerful and triumphant melodies, driving percussion, dynamic contrasts and a marvelous cantabile. This exhilarating concert opener exemplifies joy and spirit.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Bamboleo
The story of the Gipsy Kings is remarkable, and their sound a fusion between Spanish flamenco and Cuban rumba conquered the world in the 1980s. Amongst their most famous hits is 'Bamboleo', from 1987. With this arrangement Gerald Oswald authentically captures the Gipsy Kings' unique groove and spirit.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£72.99Barnum and Bailey's Fractured Favorite - Karl L. King
When Karl King was conducting circus bands, he would frequently edit his marches so the same composition could be used for contrasting acts (for example a lion act one time, and a trapeze act the next). In the same spirit, Thomas Leslie has creatively repurposed this familiar march to suit an imaginary clown act; complete with novelty percussion sounds and a few surprises sprinkled in. A bit outrageous, but definitely fun! Dur: c. 2:20
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Concord Celebration - James Curnow
Incorporating a continuous set of variations (style, harmony, rhythm) on the Westminster Chimes of London's Big Ben, this concise overture in one tempo celebrates an energetic and powerful spirit that the sounding of bells evokesin all of us. Nicely paced with simple meter changes and textural varieties. Dur: 2:45
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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