for Brass Band-The opening of this three-movement work features an initial appearance of the thematic material that returns in various guises later on in the work. The leitmotiv centres on a minor second.A range of thematic variations is heard in the lively and energetic Metamorphosis One. This movement is interrupted by an atmospheric meno mosso containing melodic passages that return to the opening theme. Metamorhosis Two is characterised by various changes in tempo and musical character. Seven different soloists transform the thematic material each in their own way. This eventually culminates in a passionate tutti passage.The source of inspiration for Metamorphosis Three isthe so-called BACH-motif a musical autograph consisting of the notes B flat A C and B. This distinctive motif arises from the leitmotiv (here a descending minor second) which continues to evolve through various transpositions and transformations. For the composer this spectacular last movement is an homage to one of the greatest and most influential composers in the history of music: Johann Sebastian Bach.

Solo for Euphonium and Brass Band. Par OLSEN VADSTEN OYSTEIN. “Song for Frances” is a classic love ballad, written for concert band and brass band, with a soloist on euphonium. The piece always has the soloist in focus and gives him plenty of room to show off, both a warm sound and technical skills. In the first part of “Song for Frances”, the basic melody is clearly presented, while the rest of the piece is more of a written 'as if improvisation' with various melodic and technical 'whims'. The piece will be perfect for any euphoniumist looking for a challenge. / Date parution : 2023-07-31/ Répertoire / Ensemble de Cuivres

Music for Brass Quintet from the Empire Brass Series. Three Ayres by English Renaissance composer and instrumentalist John Adson who held various posts as recorder and cornett player and as music teacher at the English court.

Hardback-This volume brings together all the music Walton wrote for brass throughout his life from the various fanfares often written for ceremonial occasions to the more extended work The First Shoot a piece which the editor of this volume Elgar Howarth was instrumental in bringing to life. The volume includes full critical apparatus and selected facsimiles of manuscript pages.

You only have had a couple of months of lessons and already you are to play a solo at your band's annual gala concert. in a big concerthall on a huge platform and in front of people from your own town or village. Now there's something ! This circumstance inspired Jerry Bensman into writing your very first solo piece with band accompaniment. The solo part may be played by various instruments and was kept very simple indeed. Parts are available in various transpositions and keys.

Veni Emmanuel - Il est né - Ding Dong! - Nu zijt wellekome - Gloria in excelsis - In dulci jubilo-A Christmas Collage is a selection of internationally known Christmas songs. The following songs are included either in their entirety or as extracts: Veni Emmanuel Il est né le divin enfant Ding Dong! Merrily on High Nu zijt wellekome Gloria in excelsis Deo and In dulci jubilo. It is arranged in four parts for brass quartet and can be performed in various combinations: first and second trumpet in Bb first trombone (or horn in F/Eb) and second trombone (or euphonium Eb bass or tuba).

Chain was composed between June and August 2000 as the test piece for the 2002 European Brass Band Championship. The composer’s idea was to compose a one-movement piece - a work that starts mysteriously and develops in various directions. As his basic material he chose a figure that is the abbreviation of the European Brass Band Championship: EBBC. This figure is developed in a chain of figures which gradually lead to the climax of the piece.

A highly flexible series of books designed to encourage young people to play together in various combinations of numbers and instruments perfect for group tuition. Book 1 offers 19 easy-intermediate trios for trumpet and trombone using familiar melodies arranged in classical folk and jazz styles including Country Garden God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Mexican Hat Dance Sailor's Hornpipe. This collection can be used for solo duet or trio playing and can also be used with matching arrangements of the same material in Book 1 for Saxophone Clarinet Flute Violin. An optional piano accompaniment book is available.

This composition by Bertrand Moren presents various dreams which could have an effect on a dreamer’s life. Its very high level of difficulty provides a great challenge for the conductor and musicians. You will be taken through a living Nightmare with spine-chilling passages as dissonant chords alternate with aggressive percussion. Daydream is a patchwork of solos with all the brass band soloists playing serene and soft melodic lines with a virtuosic trombone cadenza. Finally Visions portrays visions of insanity reflected by violent and discordant descending motifs leading to visions of joy presented in a sparkling and cheerful finale.

Staying Alive starring John Travolta was a hit film in 1983. The music for this great film was written by different composers and the soundtrack was recorded by various well-known artists such as the Bee Gees. Frank Stallone (the brother of actor and director Sylvester Stallone) was also involved. He wrote the title song Far from Over. This song with its solid beat became a great success and was a number one hit practically all over the world. This arrangement for brass band is guaranteed to be a hit.

Sketches from Nowhere is the second composition that Thomas Doss has written for brass band. The title was inspired by various images the composer saw in his mind’s eye while working on this piece: pictures of foreign places; pictures of the creationof our world. The main motif that weaves its way from the beginning to the end of the work is meant to parallel humanity’s great evolution: from its humble beginnings as mere stardust to the present day.

Sketches from Nowhere is the second composition that Thomas Doss has written for brass band. The title was inspired by various images the composer saw in his mind’s eye while working on this piece: pictures of foreign places; pictures of the creationof our world. The main motif that weaves its way from the beginning to the end of the work is meant to parallel humanity’s great evolution: from its humble beginnings as mere stardust to the present day.