SKU: HL.49013133

ISBN 9790001134347.

Rolf Granderath has put together a sequence of the most spirited tunes and stirring Latin American rhythms from Heinz Geese's popular children's musical the boat trip to Rio (ED 6585 / ED 6586) and arranged them for (youth) wind band. (Children's) voices may be added ad libitum. Prelude * Song: the Journey to Rio * Song: the Fine Life of the Sailor * Song: the Sailors feel Homesick * Song: Shore Leave in Rio * Song: Visiting Foreign Ports -Song of the Seagulls * Song: the Return Home to Rio.

SKU: PR.11540239S

UPC: 680160680214.

The Sirens were sea nymphs, usually pictured as part woman and part bird, who lived on a secluded island surrounded by rocks. Their enchanting song was irresistible to passing sailors, who were lured to their deaths as their ships were destroyed upon the rocks. The Lovely Sirens presents three ideas: the Sirens' beautiful song, an unfortunate group of sailors whose course takes them near the island, and the disaster that befalls the sailors. The sailors' peril is represented by the Morse code S.O.S. signal (three dots, three dashes, and three dots--represented musically by short and long rhythms). The S.O.S. signal grows increasingly more insistent and distressed as it becomes obvious that the sailors, smitten with the voices of the Sirens, are headed for their demise.
The Sirens were sea nymphs, usually pictured as part woman and part bird, who lived on a secluded island surrounded by rocks. Their enchanting song was irresistible to passing sailors, who were lured to their deaths as their ships were destroyed upon the rocks. The Lovely Sirens presents three ideas: the Sirens’ beautiful song, an unfortunate group of sailors whose course takes them near the island, and the disaster that befalls the sailors. The sailors’ peril is represented by the Morse code S.O.S. signal (three dots, three dashes, and three dots—represented musically by short and long rhythms). The S.O.S. signal grows increasingly more insistent and distressed as it becomes obvious that the sailors, smitten with the voices of the Sirens, are headed for their demise.

SKU: CF.SPS80F

ISBN 9781491153253. UPC: 680160910755.

With Wind and Water is a musical portrayal of an adventure on the high seas during the sailing age. It was during the 16th to the mid-19th century where large sailing vessels dominated global exploration, international trade, and naval warfare. The piece's compound meter provides the pulse of movement as it pitches and rolls with the rhythm of the waves. The driving main melodies convey the determination and courage of the explorers and their crew. Dissonant harmonies suggest rough seas, turbulent weather, and other constant dangers that sailors must endure. Finally, the ending sweeping melody and climax reflects the joy and triumph at arriving on a new land at the apex of a long and intense voyage.
With evidence of watercraft dating back to 8000 BC, travel by water has remained an important aspect of life to many civilizations. From paddling down a river or crossing a large lake, to steaming across an entire ocean, generations of humans have traveled on water to explore foreign lands, to seek food and precious materials, to move and trade cargo, and to attack and fend off enemies.With Wind and Water is a musical portrayal of an adventure on the high seas during the age of sail. It was during the sixteenth to the mid-nineteenth century when large sailing vessels dominated global exploration, international trade, and naval warfare.  Our ship sets sail!The compound meter provides the pulse of movement as it pitches and rolls with the rhythm of the waves. The driving main melodies convey the determination and courage of the explorers and their crew. Dissonant harmonies suggest rough seas, turbulent weather and other constant dangers that sailors must endure. The final sweeping melody and climax reflect the joy and triumph at arriving on a new land at the apex of a long and intense voyage. With Wind and Water was commissioned by the Florida Bandmasters Association for the 2016 Nine Star Honor Band.

SKU: RU.10323S

9 x 12 inches.

Written in 1901, Army & Marine won the march composition contest sponsored by the London publishing house of Hawkes & Son. Zehle was still in German military service when this march was composed. He was undoubtedly grateful to the sailors who helped him and his military band return safely to Germany following their yearlong voyage to China. The march is both forceful and melodic.

SKU: RU.10323

9 x 12 inches.

Written in 1901, Army & Marine won the march composition contest sponsored by the London publishing house of Hawkes & Son. Zehle was still in German military service when this march was composed. He was undoubtedly grateful to the sailors who helped him and his military band return safely to Germany following their yearlong voyage to China. The march is both forceful and melodic.

SKU: HL.4003043

UPC: 884088562199. 10.5x14 inches.

Translated from Gaelic as “Eternal September,” this marvelous setting for band is designed to take each listener back to their own vivid fall memories on a college campus. Commissioned by the University of Notre Dame and premiered at their Carnegie Hall performance in 2010, this work is also dedicated to the composer's father, Dr. Samuel J. Hazo, a 1949 graduate of Notre Dame. Additionally, Dr. Hazo's poem “Home Are the Sailors” is incorporated in the middle of the piece. Rich in musical references and varied textures, this is a dramatic and rewarding work for mature ensembles. Duration: c. 5:30.

SKU: CF.CPS183F

ISBN 9781491142790. UPC: 680160900299.

This is a tribute to the bygone era of sailing ships. Four traditional sailing songs are used, Life On The Ocean Wave, The Rio Grande, A-Roving, and Blow The Man Down to create a delightful rhapsody. Andew Balent is a seasoned composer and arranger and has created a perfect setting for this contest/festival piece.

SKU: CL.LDP-7011-01

This might be the very best piece for teaching young bands about 6/8, augmentation, fragmentation, and canon. Based on the most famous sea chantey, Blow the Man Down. Good tunes for all! A champion among young band music!