SKU: HL.4006619

UPC: 840126923285. 9.0x12.0x0.109 inches.

Inspired by the legend of a mythical ancient kingdom (in present day South Carolina), The Land Called Chicora is a programmatic work telling of the 16th century Spanish and French explorers in search of this treasured civilization. With descriptive scenes ranging from the majestic sailing ships along the coast, to the foreboding forests of the interior, to the impending treachery of the natives' threatened way of life, this impressive work is both magical and rewarding.

SKU: AP.98-RWS221800

Scaling a mountain requires courage, strength and fortitude. Scaling our musical mountains as our young bands develop their skills requires the same commitment to strength, perseverance and excellence. This masterful composition reinforces fundamental technique through musical scales in an exciting statement for the beginning concert band. Powerful percussion interacting with soaring melodic lines create an engaging and pedagogically rich opportunity for all. The band also has the opportunity to experience and perform mixed meters as they journey to the musical summit. A powerful choice for educationally rich programming!

SKU: AP.36687S

UPC: 038081417554. English.

Magical Hats and Happenings is a programmatic work that depicts a far-away mystical land where broomsticks abound and potions are brewed. Peek around any corner and you will find a wide variety of magical mayhem. A journey has begun and all sections of the band are invited. Through chromatic figures, trombone glissandos, and tasteful percussion writing, a magical world is created. Put on your magical hats and let the fantastic adventure begin!

Young players will find its novelty exciting as they get to play dynamically, with different articulations, rests, counting challenges and with some independence of lines.

-The Instrumentalist.

SKU: BT.DHP-1064026-140

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.

In this lyrical work Jacob de Haan has created an atmospheric piece, which is in many ways similar to an on-stage stage musical production. Dreamy passages alternate with festive and swinging fragments as various aspects of village life, such as the beauty, the peace and quiet and nature around the village, are portrayed.Why not add a unique twist to your performance by projecting images or films of your town or village onto a screen behind the band.

Jacob de Haan gab dieser Komposition den Namen The Musical Village - Das musikalische Dorf“, die einzelnen Begriffe dürfen aber auch wörtlich genommen werden.Musical“ spielt auf den Einfluss von Vokalmusik und den Musical-Stil der Komposition an. Village“ bezieht sich auf den Inhalt des Werkes, das stimmungsvolle, abwechslungsreiche Bilder von der Geschichte und dem Alltags- und Festtagsleben eines Dorfes zeichnet. Ein Werk, das von Verbundenheit mit der Musik und der Heimat erzählt!

The Musical Village (“Le village musical”) de Jacob de Haan s’inspire des styles et influences vocales de la comédie musicale (musical, en anglais). l’instar des spectacles musicaux, l’univers sonore de cette oeuvre se renouvelle constamment. Des passages aériens et poétiques alternent avec fragments festifs aux accents de swing ; des thèmes lyriques sont également développés.

The Musical Village di Jacob de Haan si ispira agli stili e alle influenze vocali della commedia musicale. Come nel caso degli spettacoli musicali, l’universo sonoro di questo brano si rinnova continuamente. Passaggi poetici si alternano a frammenti festivi dagli accenti swing. Il brano propone anche temi lirici.

SKU: HL.44013282

Call of the Aboriginals: Uluru - Kata Tjuta was commissioned by Nara Municipal Ichijo Senior High School Symphonic Band, Nara City,Nara Prefecture, Japan, to commemorate their 60th anniversary. Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is an immense monolith rising in thevastness of the Australian outback. Famously also known as Ayers Rock, it is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It is a sacred site for the Aboriginal people of the area, the Pitjantjatjara Anangu, but has also become a popular tourist destination, creating cultural and environmental conflicts. This work, which is written in a style typical of the composer, tells a dramatic taleadventure inspired by the life of the indigenous people and the magnificent scenery of Uluru. This work is suited for contests as well as thematic concerts.

SKU: AP.98-RWS228300

ISBN 9781470694531. UPC: 038081610382. English.

Olympus Calls is a dynamic concert opener that can also be used for graduations or other ceremonial events that feature the atmosphere of a stately processional. Based on both the concept of the Olympic games and the Olympians of Greek mythology, this piece features the heraldry and majesty of Mt. Olympus calling out from on high as mighty heroes heed the summons and assemble. Brilliant fanfare flourishes and the thunder of percussion capture the drama and triumphant victories echoing throughout the ages.

Original Item#: RWS-2283-00.

SKU: CL.011-5041-00

Danza Magicala is a set of magical and energetic dances. Opening with a mysterious woodwind motive complemented by creative percussion effects, brass joins in with a rousing answer to the quirky woodwind motives. A subdued ¾ section introduces and features the backing of the auxiliary instruments within the percussion section. A recapitulation quickly leads into the breathtaking finale of this piece. Excellent percussion section writing will keep your entire percussionist section involved. Danza Magicala is sure to be a huge favorite with developing bands!

SKU: BT.DHP-1053847-015

English-German-French-Dutch.

The music of the Caribbean is a mixture of styles encompassing traditions that reflect the nature of its many islands and ethnic groups which inherited a multitude of rhythms imported by slaves from West Africa. Europeans brought with them Western-style melodies and harmonies, still used today in Trinidadian calypso, a traditional folk genre which gained worldwide popularity thanks to internationally famous artists such as the American singer Harry Belafonte (Calypso, Island in the Sun, Day-O/Banana Boat Song). Fascinated by this music which embodies the very spirit of exoticism, Roland Kernen composed Caribbean Calypso, a composition with softly swaying rhythms which followa gentle and subtle melodic line in a rum and cigar-flavoured atmosphere.

Caribische muziek kent talrijke ritmes die zijn meegenomen door slaven uit West-Afrika. De Europeanen brachten westerse melodieën en harmonieën in, die vandaag de dag nog steeds worden gebruikt in de calypso uit Trinidad, een genredat wereldwijd populair werd dankzij beroemde artiesten als Harry Belafonte (Island in the Sun, Day-O/Banana Boat Song). Roland Kernen nodigt muzikanten en luisteraars uit om zijn Caribbean Calypso te ontdekken:een compositie met zacht wiegende ritmes die een rustige melodielijn volgen in een sfeer van rum en sigaren.

Die Musik der Karibik fasziniert durch die eindrucksvolle Verbindung vieler verschiedener Stile, die aus dem Schmelztiegel der zahlreichen dort lebenden ethnischen Gruppen entstanden sind. Roland Kernen lädt ein, seinen Caribbean Calypso zu entdecken, eine Komposition mit leicht wiegenden Rhythmen, die einer sanften, raffinierten Melodielinie folgen in eine mit Rum und Zigarren geschwängerte Atmosphäre.

La musique des Cara bes est aussi plurielle que les îles et les ethnies qui la composent. Fasciné par cette mosa que qui sent bon l’exotisme, Roland Kernen vous invite découvrir Caribbean Calypso (“Calypso des Cara bes”), une œuvre aux rythmes chaloupés qui distille une délicieuse ligne mélodique sur fond de rhum et de cigare.

La musica dei Caraibi è varia come le isole e le etnie che la compongono. Affascinato da questa musica esotica, Roland Kernen vi invita a scoprire Caribbean Calypso, un brano dai ritmi ondeggianti caratterizzato da una deliziosa linea melodica sullo sfondo di rum e sigaro.