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£202.99The Heart and the Crown - Otto M. Schwarz
The river Maas and the town of Oh en Laak in the Dutch province of Limburg are inextricably linked with one another. Thousands of years have passed with wars and other dramatic events. One story is about Josina Walburgis von Lwenstein-Wertheim-Rochefort, who was forced by her father to enter the Thorn convent. However, when she met Count Herman Frederik Hendrik van den Bergh it was love at fi rst sight, and the two were secretly married... How will it end? This programmatic epic piece is full of beautiful expressive musical pictures, lots of brass and rhythmical sections.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£252.10Holberg Suite - Edvard Grieg
Edvard Hagerup Grieg (1843-1907) was a Norwegian composer and pianist. He is widely considered one of the leading Romantic era composers, and his music is part of the standard classical repertoire worldwide. His use and development of Norwegian folkmusic in his own compositions put the music of Norway in the international spectrum, as well as helping to develop a national identity. Grieg is regarded as simultaneously nationalistic and cosmopolitan in his orientation, for although born in Bergenand buried there, he traveled widely throughout Europe, and considered his music to express both the beauty of Norwegian rural life and the culture of Europe as awhole.1884 was the bicentenary year of the birth of Ludvig Holberg (1684-1754)and as a part of the celebrations various Scandinavian composers were commissioned to write commemorative pieces. From Holbergs Time was one of Griegs contributions. It was first written for piano but in 1885 the composer transcribed it for stringorchestra. For his suite Grieg went back to some of the musical forms used by Holbergs contemporaries but although the forms and style may be rococo the contents are unmistakably characteristic of Grieg himself. Grieg gave the first performance ofthe piano version in Bergen, Holbergs birthplace, in December 1884.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£63.99It Is Well
First published in 1876, "It Is Well With My Soul" was written by Horatio Spafford following several challenging events in his life. The beautiful lyrics were set to music by composer Philip Bliss. This setting by Robert W. Smith is scored for the developing band and written well within the capabilities of bands in the second year of instruction. Simple, reflective and poignant, "It Is Well" will be a valued part of your concert or festival program.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£91.99Fantasy of Flight: Heroes Of The Sky - Rob Romeyn
This bold and epic programmatic work depicts in music the rich history of flight and its heroes. The work begins sensitively, with heartfelt emotion paying homage to heroes whose lives were lost. Then the music takes off on a spirited airborne adventure amid soaring musical themes and dramatic contrasts that are sure to impress. Following a dramatic climax, the bold and powerful ending will bring your audience to their feet. A stunning, important work to be enjoyed by bands and audiences alike.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£109.99Rubies (After Thelonious Monk's Ruby, My Dear) - John Harbison
Composer John Harbison writes: 'Rubies is a version of Thelonious Monk's 'Ruby, My Dear', which he composed while still in his teens. When I was invited by the Seattle Symphony to make a short piecereflecting my first musical passions, my thoughts were of Bach and Monk. Since I had recently made some Bach-like chorale preludes, I chose to make a version of Monk's tune, first in a chamber-musical, contrapuntal manner, then inthe grand orchestral style I had always heard lurking there.' Dur: 5:30 (Recorded live by the Rutgers Symphony Band - Peter Stanley Martin, guest conductor).
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Elfin Waltz
Military bands of the Civil War era were called upon to serve in a variety of functions, including impromptu concerts and formal dances. During particularly long and tedious inspections, dance music (such as Elfin Waltz) was oftenperformed to relieve tensions and provide variety. Here is a creative and delightful setting from those early bands of the 1860s.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£57.50The Battle Cry of Freedom/Kingdom Coming
The sights and sounds of a Civil War era band come alive in this authentically recreated medley for the contemporary concert band. Set in the style of the uptempo quickstep march, this music was meant for instilling pride andbravery as the troops were on the move.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£149.40Chanson D'Amour - Wayne Shanklin
Chanson DAmour ("Song of love") is a popular song written by Wayne Shanklin. It became a Top Ten hit in 1958 performed by Art and Dotty Todd. The married couple were the resident act at the Chapman Park Hotel in Los Angeles at the moment.A1977 recording by the Manhattan Transfer was an international hit, reaching no 1 in the UK Singles Chart and in Australia. The recording sold 1,8 million albums in Europe alone. Many artists worldwide has recorded Chanson d'amour in Englishand in native languages.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£137.70The Old Mill on the Brook - Geirr Tveitt
This character piece was composed for a competition held in 1962 by the Norwegian Band Federation. Three prices were awarded and Geirr Tveitt won all of them. "The Old Mill on the Brook" was awarded second price after the three-movement work "Sinfonietta de Soffiatori". After this competition, ""The Old Mill on the Brook" is the most performed of all pieces Tveitt wrote for band. It has a special fullness, portraying nature in rich colours, with grass, water, stone, forest and the darkness of traditional Norwegian timber. This new editon for modern instrumentation is written by Stig Nordhagen.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£53.50Whirligigs - James Curnow
This attractive suite of three concise movements depicts various types of whirligig contraptions, or wind-toys which were popular in Europe as early as the 16th century. Marching Soldier features an optional marching machinecreating the effect of soldiers on parade, while Flower Lady depicts a figure in constant fluid motion moving up and down while picking flowers. The concluding movement, The Flying Horse, describes a very active whirligig withmoving feet and flapping wings. A unique and descriptive programming option for young players. Dur: 4:15
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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