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£56.00Break Through
Break Through is a musical representation of one's struggle to pass through a barrier or move beyond an obstacle, either a literal breakthrough or a metaphorical achievement. The composition centers around the key of G minor to achieve a sense of dark, resonant emotion. The percussion is the heartbeat and pulse for the introduction of the piece, while the bass drum and gong rolls create a lugubrious timbre. Melodies and counter-melodies weave in and out of the musical texture. A struggle ensues leading up to the climax, following which there is a resolution to the relative major key of B-flat. Finally, there is a transition to a recapitulation of the opening theme, moving towards a contemplative ending in G minor.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£53.00Sunrise on Cadillac Mountain - Randy Navarre
Cadillac Mountain is located in Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island in Maine, USA. The sunrise is first seen in the United States of America from the top of Cadillac Mountain. Crowds gather early in the morning while it is still dark to watch the sun come up out of the ocean and shine on a beautiful sight of islands and the mainland. Everyone gives a cheer when the sun comes into full view.1st clarinet crosses the break. 1st trumpet's highest note is E.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£41.00Start Your Engines
Start Your Engines plays homage to the iconic phrase "Gentlemen, start your engines," traditionally used at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This exciting concert selection for young band features the percussion section with opportunities for doubling parts if needed. The band "revs up" right at the beginning as the opposing eighth notes in the drums evoke a race car engine at the starting line. As the piece continues, the winds have opportunities to shine in comfortable ranges with reasonable technical demands. Start Your Engines is great for helping young bands sound their best at concert and beyond.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£75.00Chasing Mercury
Mercury, known as the messenger of the gods, is easily identified by his unique winged shoes (talaria) and hat (petasos). Chasing Mercury depicts exactly that: a playful chase of the winged messenger. By whom? It is up to the young musicians who have the opportunity to bring this work to life. Those who are familiar with Gustav Holst's Mercury will notice the opening motif chasing two themes of Holst's around the rest of the work -giving Chasing Mercury a second meaning. This fun and playful piece is certain to entertain and delight.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£56.00Paradigm Shift
Paradigm Shift is an energetic and aggressive concert selection that will amp up your band's confidence and wow any audience. Written for bands with at least one year's training, this piece is also sophisticated enough for groups with more experience. Students will have the opportunity to work on articulation, phrasing, and changing rhythms. Joseph Compello has done it again with this piece designed to make your ensemble sound great!
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£41.00Effervescence
A lively and exhilarating piece for beginning bands, Effervescence lives up to its title and exceeds expectations. It contains rich harmonies and sweeping melodic gestures that are reminiscent of the American school of composers like Copland. With a sophisticated musical presentation yet limited technical demands, Effervescence is fun, accessible, and musically satisfying for young students.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£79.00Beethoven Folk Song Settings - Ludwig van Beethoven
Originally arranged for voice and piano, Andrew Balent has arranged these British folk songs into a fascinating and delightful work for band. This three section piece is a colorful rhapsody and engages performers and audiences alike. The piece livens up a program exceptionally well, and is a perfect addition to any concert or contest program.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£64.00Factory Child
Factory Childis a protest song against child sweatshops. The piece depicts the factory life of children laboring many hours a day and manufacturing the shoes and clothes that end up in American retail stores. Young performers will find this thought-provoking piece an excellent way to use their musical voice to affect change.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£41.00Old St. Nicholas Had a Farm
Imagine if you could see the North Pole, where Santa keeps all of his reindeer. Someone, whether Santa himself or the elves in his employ, has to keep them fed, warm, and happy if they are to do the impossible again in a year's time. Old St. Nicholas Had a Farm has some fun with this idea by mashing up the classic song "Old MacDonald" with popular Christmas carols. Using only the first six notes of the Bb scale and only two repeated eighth notes as the most challenging rhythm, students will feel comfortable playing the sound of sleigh bells, the crack of Santa's whip, and the thunder of reindeer hoofs. This piece will make a perfect addition to your next holiday concert and audiences will delight in participating.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days
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£41.00First Carols of Christmas - Traditional
Let your beginning band shine with a delightful new arrangement for your next holiday concert, featuring popular tunes Up on the Housetop and O Come Little Children. All sections of the band share important melodic material, including the low brass and woodwinds, who begin the piece! Inspire all of your students with this arrangement.
Estimated dispatch 12-14 working days