Par CURNOW JAMES. The suite format and descriptive nature of snapshots allows Grade 2. 5 bands to handle a relatively large sized piece and have the fun of exploring myriad moods and styles. There are valuable geographical and historical considerations for cross-curricular teaching, and the sheer “enjoyability” of this one is undeniable. In Movement 1, early explorers witness the grandeur and expanse of the largest fresh surface water system on earth. In Movement 2, wavelets gently lap on the shores of beautiful beaches while happy families enjoy a sunny afternoon, and Movement 3 explores the ships and boats of every description which have navigated these waters for centuries. While thisexceptional piece is entirely different, if you enjoyed James Curnow’s previous Grade 2. 5 suites, you really should focus some attention on SNAPSHOTS. You won’t regret it. / Niveau : 2.5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band

Third Movement of Portraits of the North-The annual Iditarod Trail Dog Sled Race between the Alaskan cities of Anchorage and Nome covers 1 049 challenging miles of jagged mountain ranges dense forests and windswept coastlines. This amazing feat of endurance was theinspiration for Iditarod. In cinematic fashion the point of view cuts from long-shots to close-ups (from the dog's view to the eagle's) constantly moving forward with a relentless pulse. With a brief respite a majestic sweeping theme is introduced and develops. And then - back to the race! With renewed energy the dogs race the final stretch; the music building and intensifying to the very end. Iditarod was commissioned by the WestVancouver Youth Band to commemorate the band's 80th anniversary. Take your audience on this exhilarating ride! Dur: 5:35

The suite format and descriptive nature of snapshots allows Grade 2.5 bands to handle a relatively large sized piece and have the fun of exploring myriad moods and styles.There are valuable geographical and historical considerations for cross-curricular teaching and the sheer ?enjoyability? of this one is undeniable. In Movement 1 early explorers witness the grandeur and expanse of the largest fresh surface water system on earth. In Movement 2 wavelets gently lap on the shores of beautiful beaches while happy families enjoy a sunny afternoon and Movement 3 explores the ships and boats of every description which have navigated these waters for centuries.While thisexceptional piece is entirely different if you enjoyed James Curnow?s previous Grade 2.5 suites you really should focus some attention on SNAPSHOTS. You won?t regret it.

Par BULLA STEPHEN. The descriptive piece draws its inspiration from the American west, the music first depicts a scene of wide open spaces and the quiet landscape of the painted desert. The second section is more animated in character. You will hear references to the cowboy era, complete with gunshots and the sound of the rodeo. / Niveau : 2 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

1st Movement of Portraits of the North-The cinematic approach to the music of Arctic Fire portrays many different images of the north - the crimson sunlight glinting off the icebergs the radiance of the Northern Lights the blaze of the Red Twig Dogwood the scarlet red sunsets and the fiery spirit of the people who live there. The piece opens and closes with a series of dramatic musical snapshots. In between the music evolves and transforms through a wide range of stylistic textures and moods. A brilliantly scored and effective setting for winds. Dur: 5:15