SKU: BP.HB630

3-5 octave handbell choir, optional 3 or 4 octaves of handchimes. Level 2 to 3. Set of three pieces: March (processional); Air (Meditation); Giga (Rejoicing). This delightful trio of tunes from Michael Helman are great fun to play and hear, whether individually, or played together as an entire suite. The stately March throws in some exciting harmonies while maintaining a steady, forward-moving tempo. The delicate Air breathes life into a flowing, memorable melody and makes effective use of handchimes. The spirited Giga is a grand celebration in six-eight time. Each movement also has alternate subtitles, suitable for use in worship. Also available in a 2-3 octave version.

SKU: HL.49045875

The Catalan composer and vihuela player Luis de Milan (1500-1561) ranks among the most important composers of the Spanish Renaissance. His collection El Maestro from 1536 was the first publication of vihuela music in music history (the vihuela is a predecessor of the guitar). The six pavans contained therein are typical examples of the stately processional dance. According to the etymological derivation of'pavo' (Spanish/Latin: 'peacock'), this characteristic bird call which can be performed freely and naturalistically by the saxophoneplayer can sometimes be heard in this 'peacock's dance'. World premiere: 15.2.2017 Ballhaus Berlin, with Domiki Wollenweber (cor anglais) and the saxophone quartet CLAIR OBSCUR. Also published by Schott: a version for alto saxophone (cor anglais) and organ (ED 21260).

SKU: BP.HB622

2-3 octave handbell choir, optional 2 octaves of handchimes. Level 2 to 3-. Set of three pieces: March (processional); Air (Meditation); Giga (Rejoicing). This delightful trio of tunes from Michael Helman are great fun to play and hear, whether individually, or played together as an entire suite. The stately March throws in some exciting harmonies while maintaining a steady, forward-moving tempo. The delicate Air breathes life into a flowing, memorable melody and makes effective use of handchimes. The spirited Giga is a grand celebration in six-eight time. Each movement also has alternate subtitles, suitable for use in worship. Also available for 3-5 octaves.

The recording is of the 3 to 5 octave version.

SKU: CF.BPS16

ISBN 9780825843242. UPC: 798408043247. 9 X 12 inches. Key: Bb major.

A grand, Star Wars-style processional march that will enchant sci-fi buffs of all ages, Heroes of the Galaxy uses only the first six notes customarily taught in most band methods (Bb-G). Tuneful and contrapuntally sophisticated for this level, Compello's artistry as a writer is amply displayed in the surprising and colorful musical use he makes of the limited resources available in a grade one piece. Duration: 3'.