SKU: HL.50499651

ISBN 9781480392922. UPC: 888680012229. 10.5x14 inches.

Ancient Desert Drone was composed for orchestra in 1940 at the request of Percy Grainger, who encouraged the idea of using a single pitch “drone” throughout the work (similar to Grainger's own The Immovable Do) and to whom the piece is dedicated. While the work suggests an Eastern charm with its distinctive mode and primitive rhythms, Cowell himself stated there was no particular programmatic intent. This transcription for band is an exotic and welcome addition to the repertoire for winds. Duration: 5:00

Recorded by the Trinity University Symphonic Wind Ensemble – James Worman, conductor

SKU: FG.55011-428-9

ISBN 9790550114289.

Kai Nieminen's music has been described as often constructed according to a narrative logic, as fantasy journeys in imaginary or dream-like worlds. Most of his works have an extra-musical stimulus, alluded to in their titles. They are not, however, really programmatic music, being constructed according to their own musical laws. The titles do nevertheless reflect the original stimuls and provide something of a guideline to the listening experience. The initial inspiration may be in literature or art, or equally well in an urban streetscape or nature.
In Ancient Songs (Dreaming of the Queen of Sheba) the second movement is dedicated to the 16th-century Spanish composer Luis de Narvaez.

SKU: CL.LDP-7256-01

Based on an ancient song of the Isle of Islay, Song of the Hebrides is a beautiful piece of music. It is also a fine piece for introducing or discussing music of the Scottish islands, simple AB song form, melodic-harmonic balance, musical phrase, suspension-resolution and general music vocabulary. Wonderul!

SKU: HL.4008799

UPC: 196288204329.

In partnership with Squamish First Nation Chief Ian Campbell, Robert Buckley has creatively re-imagined this haunting melody for full concert band. Journey features an underlying rhythmic pulse over which the melody evolves in a variety of moods and textures. The end result is quite dramatic and offers a rare glimpse of an ancient culture. Dur: ca. 3:20.

SKU: HL.44010896

UPC: 884088585266. 9x12 inches.

Expressive and richly harmonic, this little gem from James Curnow is a delightful musical excursion ? a new way to look at this ancient song of the Christmas season. The composer's careful attention to articulations, phrasing and dynamics also makes his unique treatment of the ?Coventry Carol? a powerful educational vehicle. Duration: 2:20.

SKU: GI.G-CD-475

This beautiful collection by Irish composer Liam Lawton reflects the haunting beauty of his own Celtic tradition and carries with it the hope of future days for all people. Ancient Ways, Future Days includes songs of hope, songs of tears, and songs of inspiration for the seasons of the liturgical year, all with a definite Irish flavor! Liam's bright, joyous version of the Magnificat features a strong, uplifting refrain that practically sings itself, while the haunting Celtic strains of Psalm 21: My God, My God create a pensive mood to begin Holy Week. Pieta: The Silence and the Sorrow is a heartfelt song with a stirring vocal solo for Good Friday services. Let Every Human Heart is an uplifting piece, perfect as a closing song during Lent. Ideal for the responsorial psalm or communion processional at funerals or memorial services is the emotional The Lord Will Heal the Broken Heart. As the title of this collection suggests, these stirring melodies will remind us of the wealth left to us by past generations, while uplifting lyrics are certain to inspire us to constantly seek the Lord of future days!