Par DE HAAN JACOB. The Book of Urizen is a work for concert band, solo soprano, and a male narrator in which sound collages of religious expressions are used. The piece is inspired by the compelling visionary poem of the same name (which the poet illustratedhimself) by the Englishman William Blake (1757-1827), who occupies a unique position in western literature and the visual arts. He was not just a poet and a writer, but he was also a graphic artist, a painter, an illustrator, a spiritualist, areligious visionary, and a mystic philosopher. For the performance of this work, a professional sound system, including two microphones and a CD player, is needed. The three sound collages are three separate tracks on the enclosed CD and can beplayed easily at the right moment. The Book of Urizen bears resemblance to Genesis and Exodus, of which the contents form the basis of the Christian, Jewish, and Islamic faith. Blake adhered to the principle that all religions are in fact one, and that deities reside in human beings. In The Book of Urizen this is represented in “The Net of Religion, ” which is spanned over the earth by Urizen. The sound collages, compiled by Jacob de Haan in the studio, find their origin inJerusalem, the Holy City, where the afore-mentioned faiths “come together. ” In the first movement of this composition, The Vision, Urizen prepares his vision of the world, and he presents this to the “Eternals. ” His vision is rejected, and Urizen locks himself up in his own abstract world. When he does emerge again, he is confronted with rage by the gathered Eternals. Urizen flees the wrath of the Eternals, “the flames of eternal fury, ” and enwombs himself in his own world. Whenthe Eternals see Urizen in his “stony sleep, ” they wonder if this is death. The blacksmith Los is torn by grief because of the isolation of Urizen. It brings him to rouse his fires, prepare his forge, and to give Urizen’s world concrete form. In the second movement, The Creation, Urizen’s world, but also man, woman, and child are created. Los is horrified with the appearance of Urizen’s body. He mourns and pities Urizen, and from his blood a female form comes into being, with thename Enitharmon. The Eternals, fearful of the female form, decide to erect a tent to obstruct their view to eternity. Enitharmon and Los beget a son, called Orc. Los baptizes him as a child of the “fallen world. ” Orc is fed at Enitharmon’s breast, which makes a girdle of jealousy restrict Los’ chest. He takes the child to the top of the mountain and chains him down. The cries of Orc awaken Urizen, who explores his world creating instruments of scientific measurement to do so. Los encircles theface of Enitharmon from the sight of Urizen and Orc. She then populates the earth by giving birth to an enormous race. The Web, third movement of The Book of Urizen is now available: DHP 1125252 / Niveau : 5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

An attractive work by the hand of Al Govan. Musicians and listeners will enjoy this three-part suite including: O Come All Ye Faithfull Silent Night Hark the Herald Angels Sing and fragments including from Jingle Bells and Joy to the World.

On O Come All Ye Faithfull-Christmas Prelude est un arrangement de l?hymne Adeste Fideles (Peuple _x001C_fidèle). Cette incontournable pièce de Noël pourra être interprétée avec choeur et orgue. John Blanken vous propose une version inédite de l?oeuvre : le premier verset sera chanté par un soliste le deuxième verset par un choeur à quatre voix. Pour _x001C_finir le troisième verset sera interprété par l?ensemble de l?assemblée.

Faith - Hallelujah - I'm Still Standing - Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing-The upbeat animated film Sing features an entertaining story about a talent show and plenty of great music.Here is an appealing medley for band that includes a new song (Faith) by Stevie Wonder and Ariana Grande along with the classic pop hits Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen)  I'm Still Standing (Elton John) and Stevie Wonder's Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing.

Elegy for Band-The initial idea was for a millennium piece which it is but rather than add to the many celebratory pieces that have understandably been written to salute the 3rd millennium Philip Sparke thought it would perhaps be appropriate to think about the aspects of life that are constantly with us (such as faith and philosophy) rather than the exciting changes that the year 2000 has undeniably wrought. This calm meditative work will bring a moment of serenity and reflection to any concert.

'In tantum lux' (The only light) was written as a memorial and celebration honoring the life of a music educator and her faith, who taught in a small school her entire career and persevered through the challenges and unique demands that teaching small school bands present. The piece also serves as a celebration of every band student and teacher in small schools everywhere who may not have the resources to have a full ensemble, yet strive every day to experience the joy of making music to the fullest just the same. (4:00) / Concert Band

Written for a middle school band in Cedar Rapids Iowa the composer states that “although commissioned prior to the catastrophic flood of 2008 that affected so many people including students and teachers the work took onnew meaning as a way to cope with disaster and have faith in a better tomorrow.” Displaying a range of emotions from anger to reflection to hope this is a magnificently powerful overture for young players. Dur: 4:45 (Grade2)

This new hit by super star Faith Hill is used in the blockbuster movie Pearl Harbor over the closing credits. Beautifully scored for band by Ted Ricketts this moving arrangement can be performed alone or combined in medleyfashion at the end of Pearl Harbor Soundtrack Highlights arranged by Jay Bocook.

Theme-Max Steiner lance sa carrière hollywoodienne en composant la bande originale de King Kong. Par la suite il réalisera la musique de dizaines de films parmi lesquels Casablanca ou encore Autant en emporte le vent. En 1959 il compose A Summer Place le thème du film éponyme de Delmer Daves et en confie l?interprétation au Percy Faith Orchestra. Cette version sera récompensée du premier Grammy Award (1961) décerné à un thème musical. La musique est aérienne et délicieusement insouciante juste préoccupée par le bonheur qu'elle peut apporter.

Chariots of Fire - Billie Jean - Material Girl - Flashdance and more-Journey through the amazing 80's with this exciting musical synopsis. The hits the fads the shows and events are here to entertain all ages! Includes: Chariots Of Fire Billie Jean Bad Don't Worry Be Happy One Moment InTime Faith Material Girl Memory Flashdance Phantom Of The Opera Uptown Girl E.T. Physical Olympic Fanfare That's What Friends Are For We Are The World and Somewhere Out There.t

This work has been dedicated to the victims and survivors of the bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City on April 19 1995. To Bind the Nation’s Wounds seeks to portray through music some of the emotions and thoughts associated with the hours and days surrounding this terrible act. In writing this piece James Curnow sought to emphasize the inspiring courage and faith shown by the people of Oklahoma as they bonded together and responded to the stark cowardice and terror that confronted them.

Out of the Darkness Into the Light is about optimism. All of us experience disappointments in our lives such failed relationships or the loss of loved ones but the indomitability of the human spirit allows us to overcome such set backs and get through the darker moments. For some faith and religion may be the answer but this piece is more about the internal strength that we can all call upon.Opening in sombre mood the first phase of the work symbolises the doubts we all have about ourselves and our lives. The opening phrase on solo clarinet appears throughout the piece and could be seen as the central idea of the work the human spirit itself. The faster centralsection is about the struggle to overcome the pain we experience and at bar 88 the moment of catharsis occurs. This signals a change of mood and from then on the clarinet motif is transformed into a feeling of joy and optimism. We have entered the light.

Par HANNICKEL MIKE. Cross-curricular connection at its best! Your music students can bring Don Quixote’s faithful but ramshackle horse Rozinante to life with this delightful new concert band piece by young band specialist Mike Hannickel. You will find lots of articulation and dynamic contrasts, along with other important teaching considerations. Don Quixote is one of the world’s great comic heroes. Shouldn’t his horse get a little credit too? / Niveau : 2 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band