A collection of 5 short works in pop style which can be performed by any kind of compilation. The titles can be presented on the programme as separate works but the Universal Band Collection can also be performed as a complete suite. From a didactic point of view it is a suitable work to teach musicians something about the structure in music. For this purpose not only the big structure but also the small structure was kept very clear.Western Girl : A girl from the west of the USA rides her horse across the prairie dreaming of her future. The rough structure: introduction - theme in a blues scale - the same thing in a different instrumentation - finale.Just a ballad : A balladin pop style with a rough A-B-A form. First there is the introduction of the main theme (A) then follows a tenor melody in minor with a rhythmical reference to the main theme (B). Finally there is the main melody performed tutti with a different rhythm in the drums (A').Play the Game : An English saying meaning: play fairly. Playful music in up-tempo with a wink to China where almost all games are manufactured nowadays. Once again an A-B-A structure here.San Diego : A Mexican fugitive enjoys his freedom in America but also remembers his place of birth with melancholy. A sad minor melody with a straight trendy beat appears twice. The second time it has a slightly different instrumentation in which the muted trumpets represent the Mexican feeling.Final Dance : Eventually there is a dance with an introduction in renaissance style followed by a fast dance in rock style. All this composed in a classical song structure: introduction verse bridge chorus shortened verse bridge chorus chorus.

From Mexico's central Gulf coast, this indigenous Mexican Dance is so endeared that some consider it the state song. Brush up on your 2/4, and put on your dancing shoes! Freshly scored for the developing band, this familiar tune provides an energetic boost to any program. (2:45) / Concert Band

Made up of tightly woven riffs El Muro suggests a variety of Latin American musical styles from the Colombian cumbia Peruvian huayno Mexican son and the Cuban montuno. Venezuelan-born composer Ricardo Lorenzpersonalizes these styles incorporating them seamlessly without compromising the underlying musical logic of his work. Conceptually the piece challenges the notion of both physical and imaginary walls which divide and oppresspeople. The resulting drama that plays out in the piece portrays these rich musical traditions confronting “the wall.” (Grade 6) Dur: 12:00

Made up of tightly woven riffs El Muro suggests a variety of Latin American musical styles from the Colombian cumbia Peruvian huayno Mexican son and the Cuban montuno. Venezuelan-born composer Ricardo Lorenz personalizes these styles incorporating them seamlessly without compromising the underlying musical logic of his work. Conceptually the piece challenges the notion of both physical and imaginary walls which divide and oppress people. The resulting drama that plays out in the piece portrays these rich musical traditions confronting the wall. (Grade 6) Dur: 12:00

Whilst making no claims to be stylistically authentic this little piece aims to capture the infectious spirit of mariachi a word whose origins are lost in the mists of time but which describes not only the performers (on guitars vihuelas violins trumpets and harp) but also the music itself. Their music speaks of love passion politics life in the country and revolutionary heroes but is unerringly uplifting in style and immediately recognisable as the spirit of Mexico. A chance to add that Spanish flavour to your concerts.

Par DELERUYELLE THIERRY. / Niveau : 3 / Musique légère originale / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie