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£76.99Neckarmarsch - Wolfgang Wössner
The town of Schwenningen at the source of the Neckar inspired Wolfgang Wssner to compose this march song. In the trio he employed Friedrich Silcher's well-known folk song Am Neckar. The march is composed in 6/8 time throughout, with the folk song theme likewise arranged in this meter. An optional performance with male choir is possible, with the _x005F_x001F_first two verses, together with the last verse, sung.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99Canzone di Francesco - Thomas Doss
This beautiful and intense slow composition including lots of melodic and musical sequences is dedicated to Saint Francis-a figure whose life story has always impressed the composer. He had previously honoured Francis of Assisi in several works including a composition for strings, an oratorio, a mass and a Laudate for choir and concert band. Canzone di Francesco will create a moment of meditation and reflection during your concert, but is also very suitable as a warm up piece offering various possibilities to work on intonation, phrasing and sound building.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£164.99A Weekend In New York - Philip Sparke
Philip Sparke was so inspired and moved by his first visit to New York, that he had to capture the moment in one of his compositions. At first a general picture of New York is presented as all the sights and sounds are taken it. Eventually the composer finds himself in Manhattan. Walking along a street, music can be heard wafting from one of the jazz-clubs. This musical representation of personal impressions creates an extremely memorable work.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£149.99Isles of the Blessed - Bert Appermont
The Celtic poem The Voyage of Bran was the inspiration for this fantasy work by Bert Appermont. The subject of this composition is Febal, who - together with his companions - travels to the "otherworld", also known asthe Island of the Blessed, where he finds nothing but sun and prosperity. The sections, called Isle of Joy, Land of the Women and The Feast intermingle with Song of the Otherworld, which acts as a sort of leitmotif.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£42.50
Ancient Castle - James Curnow
The beautiful Japanese folk song "Ancient Castle" is transformed and enhanced through subtle variation in this stunning setting by James Curnow. Curnow, who is so respected by directors of more experienced bands, shows how effective he is at the very easy level as well. Offering ample opportunity to focus your band's attention on intonation and blend, this is a fine showcase of the musicianship of your young band!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99
Laurena - Johan Nijs
For this composition he Flemish composer Johan Nijs takes his inspiration from people and events in his life. It was written for the birth and is dedicated to his daughter 'Laurena'. It's beautiful simple melodic lines makes it a perfect item to 'bring a little peace and calm any concert.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.99
Czardas - Léo Delibes
French composer Lo Delibes (1836-1891) was primarily known for his operettas and short comic operas. He was also famous for the ballet Coppelia from which arranger Wil van der Beek has transcribed the czardas for concert band. Characteristic of this work and the music of Delibes' in general are rhythmic, alternating melodies. Another trademark of Delibes' work is the skilful choice of instrumentation, a facet which this transcription honors thoroughly.The piece is a succession of the various themes the composer uses to work towards a brilliant climax.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£94.99The Craftsmen - Christian Bouthier
The energetic activities of three craftsmen at a local crafts market inspired the composer Christian Bouthier to write this work in three movements. The clockmaker gets many curious visitors at his stand. He patiently and proudly shows the precision work of his beautiful clocks and lets all of them tick - the small ones and large ones. The cooper (barrel-maker) skillfully puts together fine-looking, sturdy barrels of the best types of wood. From afar, you can hear the cooper hammering. In the final movement things are hectic at the blacksmith because the local horse-riding society has just arrived. Many horses are provided with new shoes. The experienced blacksmith hits thehorseshoes into the proper shape on his anvil; now the horses can spiritedly trot and gallop on the way back. A fascinating new addition to the concert band repertoire.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£159.99Emperor - Thierry Deleruyelle
With Emperor, French composer Thierry Deleruyelle wanted to create a descriptive musical work depicting the life of Napoleon Bonaparte. The first movement represents the idiosyncrasies of this famous personality as well as his dramatic mood swings. The second movement is dedicated to his great love, Josephine Beauharnais. A contrasting third movement depicts Napoleon the fearless general and the countless battles he waged. A truly powerful work about one of histories truly powerful men.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£84.99Una Furtiva Lagrima - Gaetano Donizetti
Una Furtiva Lagrima is a brilliant arrangement by Jacob de Haan, of the aria from Gaetano Donizetti's opera L'Elisir d'Amore (The Elixir of Love) for concert band. The subject of this song is the power of love: Nemorino, the main character of the opera, sings the aria as he notices that his love potion is starting to take effect on his beloved. A furtive tear (Una Furtiva Lagrima) betrays his beloved's feelings towards him in this emotional piece.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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