PARTITIONS GRATUITES : 2 CORS (DUO)
- Pursuit

Concert Band (Score) - Level 2.5

SKU: HL.4003186

Composed by Michael Sweeney. MusicWorks Grade 2. Suite. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4003186).

UPC: 884088654030. 9.0x12.0x0.081 inches.

John Barnes Chance composed his landmark work for band, Incantation and Dance, in 1960 while in residence at the high school in Greensboro, North Carolina. Commissioned by the Union County (NC) Honor Band, Prelude and Pursuit pays tribute to this important composition and its North Carolina connection. A haunting chant-like theme played by the clarinets sets the tone for the slow section. Similar to Chance's work, the fast section begins with percussion instruments introducing thematic elements later picked up and developed by the winds. Intensifying rhythmic elements, as well as carefully controlled random playing effects, contribute to an overall sense of excitement and anticipation. Themes are woven throughout various sections of the band before the opening chant motif makes a brief dramatic appearance near the end. A great teaching tool for young players, Prelude and Pursuit also provides a rewarding performance experience. Dur: 4:50.

Orchestra violin 1, violin 2, violin 3, viola, cello, bass - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CAS59

Composed by Sean O'Loughlin. Collate - FS SWS. Concert String Orchestra. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 32+32+6+20+20+20+20 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 46 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CAS59. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CAS59).

ISBN 9780825884221. UPC: 798408084226. 8.5 x 11 inches. Key: C major.

A tour de force string orchestra work by Sean O'Loughlin, Pursuit of Liberty is well worth the effort for your group, delving into the sound of the American frontier; a flowing tapestry of timbres and textures.
Pursuit of Liberty is a piece for string orchestra commissioned by the Stringendo Orchestral Ensemble in Paris, France under the direction of Jean Thorel. Mr. Thorel asked me to compose this piece as part of a celebration of the French Revolution. His only request was to use a folk song from that time period as the basis for the piece. “Ah! Ca Ira” by Gervais Couperin from 1790 is the folk song I chose for this setting.The opening music contains fragments of the folk song’s melody. I also utilize this phrase as a transitional element between sections in the piece. It helps to integrate an original melody that I employ as counterpoint to the “Ah! Ca Ira” melody. The folk song melody first appears in its complete form at m. 14. Exposition and development follows until m. 37, which signals a transition to an original melody of mine. The eighth note pulse is punctuated by accents and sixteenth note interjections. Please bring those out of the texture throughout this section. Fragments of the folk song melody begin to appear in each of the sections of the ensemble which functions as an extended build up to a main statement of my original melody at m. 62. The folk song melody rejoins the setting in the upper strings at m. 70. This plays concurrently with the original melody in the lower strings. At m. 80, the melodies are reversed in the ensemble to a dramatic effect. The opening music returns at m. 84 to provide momentum to the rousing chords at m. 93 and subsequent conclusion. Vivre la Liberté!

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians

Trumpet, Trombone and Piano - advanced

SKU: CY.CC2528

Composed by John Frith. Arranged by John Frith. Contemporary. Solo parts and piano score. Published by Cherry Classics (CY.CC2528).

British composer John Frith has written an exiting new work; Hot Pursuit for Trumpet (parts in C and B-flat), Trombone and Piano for virtuoso performers. The work of about 5 minutes in length is dedicated to Professor John Marcellus of the Eastman School of Music and was premiered at the school in 2010 during a visit by the composer.

Hot Pursuit is composed in an A-B-A format with a lyrical middle section flanked by a fast section marked with giant leaps, supersonic scales and sharp attacks.

This work can add a big boost to your next recital.

By Cirque Du Soleil. Arranged by Jay Dawson. For Marching Band (Score and Parts). Arrangers' Publ Marching Band. Grade 3. Published by Arrangers' Publishing Company

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49443

Composed by Michael Kamuf (ASCAP). MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Score and Part(s). Duration 2:00. Belwin Music #00-49443. Published by Belwin Music (AP.49443).

ISBN 9781470650483. UPC: 038081571263. English.

Written to reinforce dotted quarter/eighth note patterns, Grand Pursuit by Michael Kamuf features contrasting melodies, bold harmonies, and a fun, groove-oriented development section that combine to create a piece both your students and audiences will enjoy. (2:00).

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: CF.FPS71

Composed by Larry Clark. FS-SWS. Carl Fischer First Plus Performance Series. Score and Set of Parts. With Standard notation. 16 pages. Duration 3:07. Carl Fischer Music #FPS71. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FPS71).

ISBN 9780825867798. UPC: 798408067793. 9 X 12 inches. Key: Eb major.

As the title implies, this piece is an inspirational tribute to the quest for learning that occurs in a school environment. Strong themes and angular rhythms help to emulate these qualities through the music. The Pursuit of Knowledge will make a bold statement at your next contest/festival performance.

By Michael Sweeney. For Concert Band (Score & Parts). MusicWorks Grade 2. Grade 2.5. Published by Hal Leonard