SKU: HL.4008218
UPC: 196288139096. 9.0x12.0 inches.
While composing Serenata, Jan Van der Roost didn't focus too much on virtuosity, acrobatics or spectacle. Instead, he wanted to let the solo instrument shine as a melodic and expressive voice. And indeed: the warm sound of the euphonium touches the heart of the audience straight away in the first section with a melodious theme. Then follows a rigaudon, a noble and elegant dance from the Renaissance era. Despite the fact that some of the variations on the main theme require some technique and agility, the overall character mostly remains songful. The composition as a whole builds further on these two musical ingredients, but thanks to a clever alternation of melodic and technical passages, it offers a nice stylistic diversity to the listeners. The band is definitely not 'just accompanying' but fully participates and begins a dialogue with the soloist: both musical partners have their say. The end is more spectacular and sonorous, giving an extra boost of energy to the soloist as well as the band in a grand finale!
SKU: AP.37835S
UPC: 038081431376. English.
John Rutter (b.1945) is one of England's best known composers of choral literature. While his choral works, including Te Deum, Magnificat, and Requiem, are the most familiar, he has also written numerous instrumental works. Rutter composed the Nativity Carol for SATB chorus and organ in 1963, and it was published in 1967 as part of a collection entitled Carols for Two Choirs. Although the title suggests a seasonal work, its musical richness lends itself favorably for performance at any time of the year.
SKU: HL.4005184
UPC: 888680698072. 9.0x12.0x0.039 inches.
Recorded by The White Stripes in 2003, this familiar rock hit has become a favorite at sporting events. Paul's energetic arrangement for flexible instrumentation features the signature bass line riff along with a hard-driving style throughout.
SKU: HL.4005183
UPC: 888680698065. 9.0x12.0x0.492 inches.
Recorded by the White Stripes in 2003, this familiar rock hit has become a favorite at sporting events. Paul's energetic arrangement for flexible instrumentation features the signature bass line riff along with a hard-driving style throughout.
SKU: HL.4005248
UPC: 888680702373. 9.0x12.0x0.056 inches. Arr. Dan Woolpert/adpt. Michael Brown.
Music performed by bands of the Civil War era often included familiar airs and patriotic tunes. Included in this rousing medley is an early treatment of The Star-Spangled Banner (which wasn't recognized as the official national anthem until 1931). Also included is Yankee Doodle; Washington's March; and Columbia, the Gem of the Ocean.
SKU: MH.1-59913-054-8
ISBN 9781599130545.
Royal Coronation Dances is the first sequel to the Fanfare Ode & Festival, both being settings of dance music originally arranged by Gervaise in the mid 16th-century (the next sequel is The Renaissance Fair, which uses music of Susato and Praetorius). Fanfare Ode & Festival has been performed by many tens of thousands of students, both in high school and junior high school. I have heard that some of them are amazed that the music they are playing was first played and danced to over 400 years ago. Some students tend to think that music started with Handel and his Messiah to be followed by Beethoven and his Fifth Symphony, with naught in between or before of consequence. Although Royal Coronation Dances is derived from the same source as Fanfare Ode & Festival, they are treated in different ways. I envisioned this new suite programmatically -- hence the descriptive movement titles, which I imagined to be various dances actually used at some long-ago coronation. The first movement depicts the guests, both noble and common, flanked by flag and banner bearers, arriving at the palace to view the majestic event. They are festive, their flags swirling the air, their cloaks brightly colored. In the second movement, the queen in stately measure moves to take her place on the throne as leader and protector of the realm. In the third movement, the jesters of the court entertain the guests with wild games of sport. Musically, there are interesting sonorities to recreate. Very special attention should be given to the tambourine/tenor drum part in the first movement. Their lively rhythms give the movement its power. Therefore they should be played as distinctly and brilliantly as possible. The xylophone and glockenspiel add clarity, but must not be allowed to dominate. Observe especially the differing dynamics; the intent is to allow much buzzing bass to penetrate. The small drum (starting at meas. 29) should be played expressively, with attention to the notated articulations, with the brass light and detached, especially in a lively auditorium. It is of some further interest that the first dance is extremely modal. The original is clearly in G mixolydian mode (scale: G-A-B-C-D-E-F-G). However, other editors might put in F-sharps in many places (changing the piece almost to G major), in the belief that such ficta would have been automatically put in by the 16th-century performers as they played. I doubt it. I have not only eschewed these within the work, but even at the cadences. So this arrangement is most distinctly modal (listen to the F-naturals in meas. 22 and 23, for instance), with all the part-writing as Gervaise wrote it. In the second movement, be careful that things do not become too glued together. In the 16th century this music might have been played by a consort of recorders, instruments very light of touch and sensitive to articulation. Concert band can easily sound heavy, and although this movement has been scored for tutti band, it must not sound it. It is essential, therefore, that you hear all the instruments, with none predominating. Only when each timbre can be heard separately and simultaneously will the best blend occur, and consequently the greatest transparency. So aim for a transparent, spacious tutti sound in this movement. Especially have the flutes, who do this so well, articulate rather sharply, so as to produce a chiffing sound, and do not allow the quarter-notes to become too tied together in the entire band. The entrance of the drums (first tenor, then bass) are events and as such should be audible. Incidentally, this movement begins in F Major and ends in D Minor: They really didn't care so much about those things then. The third movement (one friend has remarked that it is the most Margolisian of the bunch, but actually I am just getting subtler, I hope) again relies upon the percussion (and the scoring) to make its points. Xylophone in this movement is meant to be distinctly audible. Therefore, be especially sure that the xylophone player is secure in the part, and also that the tambourine and toms sound good. This movement must fly or it will sink, so rev up the band and conduct it in 1 for this mixolydian jesting. I suppose the wildly unrelated keys (clarinets and then brass at the end) would be a good 16th-century joke, but to us, our put-up-the-chorus-a-half-step ears readily accept such shenanigans. Ensemble instrumentation: 1 Full Score, 1 Piccolo, 4 Flute 1, 4 Flute 2 & 3, 2 Oboe 1 & 2, 2 Bassoon 1 & 2, 1 Eb Clarinet, 4 Bb Clarinet 1, 4 Bb Clarinet 2, 4 Bb Clarinet 3, 2 Eb Alto Clarinet, 1 Eb Contra Alto Clarinet, 3 Bb Bass & Bb Contrabass Clarinet, 2 Eb Alto Saxophone 1, 2 Eb Alto Saxophone 2, 2 Bb Tenor Saxophone, 2 Eb Baritone Saxophone, 3 Bb Trumpet 1, 3 Bb Trumpet 2, 3 Bb Trumpet 3, 4 Horn in F 1 & 2, 2 Trombone 1, 4 Trombone 2 & 3, 3 Euphonium (B.C.), 2 Euphonium (T.C.), 4 Tuba, 1 String Bass, 1 Timpani (optional), 2 Xylophone & Glockenspiel, 5 Percussion.
SKU: HL.4008730
ISBN 9798350119473. UPC: 196288195238.
The last decades we humans have witnessed a significant number of disturbing developments. If we look at the direct and persistent destructive influence of humans on nature: air and water quality are reducing, soils are depleting, crops are short of pollinators, coasts are less protected from storms, deforestation, the degradation of land, loss of biodiversity and pollution. In stark contrast we find the intelligence and boundless creativity of humans: what about all the high technological advancements? What lies ahead in the realm of Artificial Intelligence? Will we let machines make human decisions? What ethical issues arise there? This composition reflects the desperation and urgency of the human need for action. The music draws inspiration from the brutal natural forces that ravage our world as a direct consequence of human failure and selfishness. Are we heading towards a 'Judgment Day'? Or will humanity find a way to reverse negative trends towards a more livable, peaceful, and joyful environment for humans, animals, and nature? To underscore this message, composer Peter Knockaert opted for a highly classical idiom that has been used by many composers in classical music: the 'Dies Irae'. Traditionally, the Dies Irae is the third part of a requiem (funeral mass). The text used in 'Judgment Day? (for optional choir) is coming from the original Latin text.
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SKU: HL.4008674
UPC: 196288190172.
Giacomo Meyerbeer (1791-1864) was a German opera composer of Jewish origins, who has been described as perhaps the most successful stage composer of the nineteenth century. From 1831 until his death, he remained a dominating figure in the world of opera. His contemporary Hector Berlioz summed up his public career claiming that he 'has not only the luck of being talented, but the talent tobe lucky'. His works made him the most frequently performed composer at the world's leading opera houses in the nineteenth century. Giacomo Meyerbeer composed his opera Le Prophète in 1849. In this opera a coronation is preceded by a splendid march. Although the opera itself is rarely performed, the Coronation March has gained a place in the concert repertoire. Franco Cesarini's arrangement for concert band of the Coronation March stands out for its skillful instrumentation which underlines the powerful sounds of this classic concert march.
SKU: HL.4008541
ISBN 9798350110333. UPC: 196288179108.
“Fascination Fanfare”– a hymn to passion, to fascination and to generations of music lovers! This dynamic fanfare is a rousing work full of catchy melodies and enthralling sounds. This opening work and the musical signature tune it contains were commissioned by the Austrian Brass Band Association (ÖBV) and will be heard, among other things, at public events as a musical calling card.
SKU: HL.4008731
UPC: 196288195245.
SKU: HL.4008544
UPC: 196288179139.
SKU: HL.4008538
UPC: 196288179061.
“Fascination Fanfare” – a hymn to passion, to fascination and to generations of music lovers! This dynamic fanfare is a rousing work full of catchy melodies and enthralling sounds. This opening work and the musical signature tune it contains were commissioned by the Austrian Brass Band Association (ÖBV) and will be heard, among other things, at public events as a musical calling card.
SKU: CF.FPS129
ISBN 9781491143124. UPC: 680160900626.
Rights of Our Nation is an original march in an American style by popular composer Joseph Compello. Marches are important to the history of the modern concert band and young musicians can benefit alot from studying this style early in their training. Compello's march has all of the signature elements that have made his music so popular with developing bands.
SKU: BT.DHP-1115084-140
9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
Ostinati was written as a commission from Senzoku Gakuen, one of the most renowned conservatories in Japan. Jan Van der Roost has imbued it with such a broad palette of ensemble colours that it puts the entire range of instruments of the orchestra in the spotlight. The ostinato element, which characterises each of the three movements in this work, is sure to catch the ear of any audience. Jan Van der Roost schreef Ostinati in opdracht van het gerenommeerde Japanse conservatorium Sezoku Gakuen. Met dit werk belicht de componist werkelijke alle instrumentaties van het blaasorkest. Het Ostinato-idee dat in alle drie de delen naar voren komt, kan zeker op veel bijval van uw publiek rekenen! Ostinati wurde im Auftrag von Senzoku Gakuen, einem der renommiertesten Konservatorien Japans, geschrieben. Jan Van der Roost stellt darin das gesamte Farbspektrum und die komplette Instrumentierung des Blasorchesters zur Schau. Die Ostinato-Idee, die alle drei Sätze dieses Werkes prägt, wird die Aufmerksamkeit jedes Publikums fesseln. D’abord destinée aux fanfares, Ostinati est une commande de Senzoku Gakuen, l’un des plus prestigieux conservatoires de musique du Japon. Le compositeur a arrangé la présente version ultérieurement afi n d’exploiter l’instrumentation et le large éventail de sonorités d’un orchestre d’harmonie. Le dessein de cet Ostinati est de captiver l’attention de votre public, de la première la dernière note. Ostinati è stato composto da Jan Van der Roost su incarico di uno tra i più rinomati conservatori giapponesi. Jan Van der Roost utilizza tutta la gamma di colori e l’intera strumentazione della banda. L’idea di ostinato, che contraddistingue i tre movimenti che compongono il brano, catturer l’attenzione del vostro pubblico.
SKU: AP.41944S
UPC: 038081482620. English.
As indicated by the title, Alternate Time is an exciting and energetic way to explore constantly changing time signatures. Based on a bouncy theme, this composition also features chromatic passages, running scalar lines, and effective percussion scoring. A wonderful teaching piece, it is also great fun for the audience! (2:00).
SKU: CL.026-4661-00
Take your musicians on a cultural exchange trip to Canada, France and the United Kingdom! You can play any of these three national anthems individually, or pair them with the Star Spangled Banner (available separately in Build-A-Band format) as an opening travel-log at your next concert. Lots of ways to teach across the curriculum with these easy, great sounding arrangements meant for smaller bands with limited instrumentation. Hosting foreign exchange students from these countries? Honor them at your concert with their national anthem! Please stand, remove hats and join in the presentation of the national anthems!
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The Build-A-Band Series provides educational and enjoyable music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation. Written using just four or five parts (plus percussion), these effective arrangements will work with any combination of brass, woodwind, string and percussion instruments as long as you distribute the parts so that each of the five parts is covered. All of the publications in the Build-A-Band Series have been arranged to be playable with any instrumentation as long as each part is used: 1st Part, 2nd Part, 3rd Part, 4th Part, and Bass Part. (Please note: In some of these arrangements the 4th Part, and the Bass Part are the same, making it possible to play those arrangements with only 4 parts.)
SKU: BT.DHP-0981116-010
Cheek To Cheek, I Get A Kick Out Of You, Everybody Loves Somebody, I've Got You Under My Skin and My Way together form the Frank Sinatra Hits Medley. Frank Sinatra's songs are timeless classics and this arrangementwill undoubtedly bring great pleasure to all your audience.Ein wunderbares Medley aus fünf der vielen Titel, die alle mit dem und durch den einzigartigen Entertainer Frank Sinatra zu Hits wurden. In Frank Sinatra Hits Medley hat Naohiro Iwai altbekannte und beliebte Klassiker wie My Way oderI've got you Under My Skin gekonnt verarbeitet ' Musik, die Musikern und Publikum unter die Haut gehen wird.Naohiro Iwai a réalisé un superbe arrangement de quelques-uns des plus grands succès de cet artiste hors pair qu’a été Frank Sinatra. Avec Cheek to Cheek, Everybody Loves Somebody, I’ve Got You Under My Skin et My Way vous serez enparfaite harmonie avec votre public comme l’a été “The Voice” chacun de ses concerts. Une pièce unique pour célébrer une légende de la chanson.Porta la firma del grande Naohiro Iwai questo splendido arrangiamento di alcune dei più grani successi dell’artista senza eguali che risponde al nome di Frank Sinatra. Con Cheek to Cheek, Everybody Loves Somebody, I’ve Got You Under My Skin eMy Way sarete in perfetta sintonia con il vostro pubblico, come lo è stato The Voice in ogni suo concerto. Un medley unico per ricordare questa leggenda della canzone.
SKU: AP.24763S
UPC: 038081269436. English.
To honor Native American cultures, Kevin Mixon has creatively scored Native American Homage. This work represents music typically heard at many modern-day powwows, commingling authentic sounds of nature and intertribal music. Contrasting lyrical and bravura sections authentically and respectfully present a substantive introduction to America's oldest known indigenous music. This compelling new work will move audiences and draw critical acclaim. A real winner! Free, public domain MP3 recordings of optional night sounds are available for download under the Downloads section on the left.
SKU: HL.4008219
UPC: 196288139102.
SKU: HL.4006035
UPC: 888680952020.
Cheek To Cheek, I Get A Kick Out Of You, Everybody Loves Somebody, I've Got You Under My Skin and My Way together form the Frank Sinatra Hits Medley. Frank Sinatra's songs are timeless classics and this arrangement will undoubtedly bring great pleasure to all your audience.
SKU: BT.DHP-1115084-010
Ostinati was written as a commission from Senzoku Gakuen, one of the most renowned conservatories in Japan. Jan Van der Roost has imbued it with such a broad palette of ensemble colours that it puts the entire range of instruments of theorchestra in the spotlight. The ostinato element, which characterizes each of the three movements in this work, is sure to catch the ear of any audience.Jan Van der Roost schreef Ostinati in opdracht van het gerenommeerde Japanse conservatorium Sezoku Gakuen. Met dit werk belicht de componist werkelijke alle instrumentaties van het blaasorkest. Het Ostinato-idee dat in alle drie de delen naarvoren komt, kan zeker op veel bijval van uw publiek rekenen!Ostinati wurde im Auftrag von Senzoku Gakuen, einem der renommiertesten Konservatorien Japans, geschrieben. Jan Van der Roost stellt darin das gesamte Farbspektrum und die komplette Instrumentierung des Blasorchesters zur Schau. DieOstinato-Idee, die alle drei Sätze dieses Werkes prägt, wird die Aufmerksamkeit jedes Publikums fesseln.D'abord destinée aux fanfares, Ostinati est une commande de Senzoku Gakuen, l'un des plus prestigieux conservatoires de musique du Japon. Le compositeur a arrangé la présente version ultérieurement afi n d'exploiterl'instrumentation et le large éventail de sonorités d'un orchestre d'harmonie. Le dessein de cet Ostinati est de captiver l'attention de votre public, de la premiére la derniére note.Ostinati é stato composto da Jan Van der Roost su incarico di uno tra i pù rinomati conservatori giapponesi. Jan Van der Roost utilizza tutta la gamma di colori e l'intera strumentazione della banda. L'idea di ostinato,che contraddistingue i tre movimenti che compongono il brano, catturer l'attenzione del vostro pubblico.
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