Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. Avec Adagio for Winds, les musiciens et le public ont la possibilité de laisser s’épanouir leur imagination dans une atmosphère contemplative. Le discours musical est serein et profond à l’instar du célèbre Canterbury Chorale. La structure mélodique est fluide, ample et d’une grande puissance expressive. Les harmonies chatoyantes soulignent la richesse de l’orchestration. / Niveau : 3 / Musique pour célébration / Répertoire / Fanfare

Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. This stately concert opener was originally written by Jan Van der Roost for a special event in which six respected wind orchestras (two Belgian and four Dutch) of different composition (two symphonic bands, two fanfare bands and two brass bands) were featured during six concerts. Each evening brought forth a performance by a symphonic band, a fanfare, and brass band, so that the audience could experience all three types of ensembles. This was indeed an original concept. The name, ConZEnSus, comes from a combination of the words, ‘Concert Cyclus’ (concert series) and ‘zes’ (Dutch for ‘six’). This leads to a new word, which refers to ‘consensus’. The general tenor of the cycle isthus immediately indicated. The richness of color of the various ensembles is revealed through an open and friendly atmosphere. During all six concerts (over a span of three years), ConZEnSus functioned as a permanent opening number for each orchestra. Thus the same musical story was portrayed in three different packages. / Niveau : 4 / Ouverture / Répertoire / Fanfare

Four Winds for Winds. Par DE MEIJ JOHAN. Los Cuatro Vientos est la première composition de Johan de Meij pour le niveau 2,5. Une suite enjouée en quatre mouvements, chacun dépeignant les directions du vent : les Quatre Vents pour Vents ! / Date parution : 2022-03-15/ Répertoire / Fanfare Band

Peaceful Easy Feeling - Desperado - Hotel California. Sommer, Sonne und bei offenem Verdeck den Wind in den Haaren spüren. . . dieses Gefühl kommt bei der Musik von den Eagles unweigerlich auf. Dieses Medley, von Ron Sebregts gekonnt zu einem klangvollen Ganzen verwoben, widmet sich der erfolgreichen amerikanischen Gruppe. / Niveau : 3 / Pop and rock / Recueil / Fanfare

Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. Arsenal was composed for the 50th anniversary of the ‘Harmonie van het Spoorwegarsenaal’[railroad arsenal], based in Mechelen (Belgium). Rather a stately concert march, it has beautiful themes and a broad melody in the trio. It was premiered in the Mechelen Cultural Center on the 11th of May 1996 during the solemn ceremony, opening the anniversary year and conducted by the composer. In the mean time, Arsenal has been recorded several times by such renowed performers like the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, the Black Dyke BB etc. / Niveau : 4 / Marche de concert / Répertoire / Fanfare

Peaceful Easy Feeling - Desperado - Hotel California. Par EAGLES THE. Sommer, Sonne und bei offenem Verdeck den Wind in den Haaren spüren. . . dieses Gefühl kommt bei der Musik von den Eagles unweigerlich auf. Dieses Medley, von Ron Sebregts gekonnt zu einem klangvollen Ganzen verwoben, widmet sich der erfolgreichen amerikanischen Gruppe. / Niveau : 3 / Pop and rock / Recueil / Fanfare

Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. Minerva by Jan Van der Roost was composed on the commission of the German “Musikverein Braunshausen” on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the orchestra. The composition, first performed on September 17, 1999, is not a street march but a concert march, just like Mercury and Arsenal. The use and variation of different rhythmic patterns gives the first part of this march a distinctly dynamic character. Two main themes are presented in several instrumental combinations. The theme from the trio, on the other hand, is characterized by a broad melodic approach using large intervals. This theme, wreathed by high woodwinds, is heard one more time after a contrasting newpart, but now in a somewhat slower tempo. The counterpoint in this part refers to the first part of the march. The brilliant ending suits a festive anniversary march! / Niveau : 4 / Marche de concert / Répertoire / Fanfare

Arr. Philip Sparke. Par JOHN GAUNTLETT HENRY. Sparkling woodwinds and majestic brass come together to bring us a wonderful arrangement of this classic carol! Each of the four verses are treated differently, creating beautiful textures and a multi-faceted setting of the familiar tune. This fresh new arrangement for developing bands is a great choice for both church and school! / Niveau : 3 / Hymnes et chorals / Répertoire / Fanfare

Par CURNOW PAUL. In the early days of the United States, a main source of transportation was the many waterways, rivers and the Great Lakes. From this focal point of commerce and social activity came many wonderful folk songs. Shore to Shore uses two of these sailing songs. Blow ye winds blow and Leave her no more. / Niveau : 2 / Marche / Répertoire / Fanfare