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- Hero Tale

Concert Band (SCORE+PARTS)

SKU: HL.4007645

Composed by Bert Appermont. Beriato Music Concert Band Set. Concert. Softcover. Duration 369 seconds. Beriato Music #033372. Published by Beriato Music (HL.4007645).

UPC: 196288074915. 9.0x12.0 inches.

This composition is based on the life of the German cavalry general Hans Michael Elias von Obentraut (1574-1625), who was known for his nerve, loyalty and courage. The figure Van Obentraut is closely connected to the town of Seelze, where he died a heroic death and where a monument was erected in his honor. The work consists of four movements in which various aspects of this historical figure are featured. What is extra special about this work is the fact that its firs movement (Hymn for a Hero) had been made available as an easy version for flexible band. This makes it possible for a youth of beginner band to play along with a band of adults or advanced players. This hymn can also be played as a separate piece.

Concert Band (Score)

SKU: HL.4007646

Score. Composed by Bert Appermont. Beriato Music Concert Band Set. Concert. Softcover. Duration 369 seconds. Beriato Music #033372. Published by Beriato Music (HL.4007646).

UPC: 196288074922.

This composition is based on the life of the German cavalry general Hans Michael Elias von Obentraut (1574-1625), who was known for his nerve, loyalty and courage. The figure Van Obentraut is closely connected to the town of Seelze, where he died a heroic death and where a monument was erected in his honor. The work consists of four movements in which various aspects of this historical figure are featured. What is extra special about this work is the fact that its firs movement (Hymn for a Hero) had been made available as an easy version for flexible band. This makes it possible for a youth of beginner band to play along with a band of adults or advanced players. This hymn can also be played as a separate piece.

(For Two-Part Voices with Keyboard and Optional Flute and Optional Percussion). By Steven Burnett. For 2-Part Choir, Keyboard, Flute, Percussion. Choral. Piano reduction/vocal score. Standard notation. 10 pages. Published by Carl Fischer

Chamber Music Trombone, Piano

SKU: PR.114414450

Man vs. Machine. Composed by Adolphus Hailstork. Sws. Folk. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. Composed 2009. 24+8 pages. Duration 12 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #114-41445. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.114414450).

ISBN 9781598064087. UPC: 680160597635. 9x12 inches.

Inspired by the tale of a legendary folk hero, Adolphus Hailstork’s tour-de-force for trombone and piano is a riveting portrayal of the steely strength and stamina of John Henry, a former slave who helped build the American railroads and ultimately outperformed a steam engine. This composition uses quotes from the spiritual Every Time I Feel the Spirit and the folk song The Ballad of John Henry. For advanced players. Duration: 13’_______________ _________________________ __Text on the scanned back cover:JOHN HENRY'S BIG(MAN vs. MACHINE)FOR TROMBONE AND PIANOInspired by the tale of the legendary hero, Adolphus Hailstork’s tour-de-force for trombone and piano is a riveting portrayal of the steely strength and stamina of John Henry, a former slave who helped build the American railroads and ultimately outperformed a steam engine.
PROGRAM NOTES by the ComposerJohn Henry was born a slave in the 1840’s or 1850’s. It is important to remember that no one knows for sure if John Henry existed or is a tall tale created by writers. That is one of the things that makes the legend so intriguing.According to the legend, he grew to stand 6 feet tall, 200 pounds – a giant in that day.Though the story of John Henry sounds like the quintessential tall tale, it is certainly based, at least in part, on historical circumstance. There are disputes as to where the legend originates. Some place John Henry in West Virginia, while recent research suggests Alabama. Still, all share a similar back-story.In order to construct the railroads, companies hired thousands of men to smooth out terrain and cut through obstacles that stood in the way of the proposed tracks. One such chore that figures heavily into some of the earliest John Henry ballads is the blasting of the Big Bend Tunnel, more than a mile straight through a mountain in West Virginia.Steel-drivinâ₠¬â„¢ men like John Henry used large hammers and stakes to pound holes into the rock, which were were then filled with explosives that would blast a cavity deeper and deeper into the mountain. In the folk ballads, the central event took place under such conditions. Eager to reduce costs and speed up progress, some tunnel engineers were using steam drills to power their way into the rock. According to the great American tall tales, on hearing of the machine, John Henry challenged the steam drill to a contest. He won, but died of exhaustion, his life cut short by his own superhuman effort.This composition uses quotes from the spiritual Every Time I Feel the Spirit and the folk song The Ballad of John Henry.JOHN HENRY’S BIG was composed for trombonist David Jackson.

By Deborah Baker Monday. For string orchestra. String Tracks. Grade 2. Score and parts. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company

By Erik Morales. Concert Band/Wind Ensemble. FJH Concert Band. This musical work illustrates the harrowing experience of our hero, Ichabod Crane, as he tries to escape the fate that was cast upon him on that dark and scary night. The introduction also illustrates the unsettling feeling Crane has as he departs into the darkness. Once convinced he is being pursued, he darts forth suddenly on his horse, Gunpowder, and the chase begins. The very last measures of the piece illustrate the moment of impact. The story also suggests that Brom Bones, a character who competed with Crane for the affections of a local maiden, may have been the perpetrator of the horrible prank. But Irving ingeniously hints at this supposition and leaves the reader to ponder the mystery of the legend. Score for this title: B1299S. Extra part for this title: B1299P. Concert Band. Level: Grade 3. Score and Set of Parts. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.

Grade 4

SKU: CL.012-3697-75

Composed by Yeo. Concert Band. Gems of the Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR358). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2008. Duration 8 minutes, 17 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3697-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3697-75).

Dramatic and powerful, Legend of the Ancient Hero tells the musical story of a warrior in ancient times who risked his life to save his country from being conquered. Benjamin Yeo is a talented young composer from Singapore who has combined exciting rhythmic elements and a contrasting lyrical section that will make this programmatic work the highlight in your band concert, contest or festival performances! Solos for flute, trumpet and saxophone also provide opportunities to feature the best in your band. Simply exceptional!

About Gems of the Concert Band

A series of transcriptions and other works in varying styles, representative of the programming of the Great American Classic Concert Band era of a century ago, as exemplified by John Phillip Sousa, Edwin Franko Goldman, Karl L. King, and Leonard B. Smith

By Sean O'Loughlin. For string orchestra. Carl Fischer Primer String Orchestra Series. Grade 0.5. Score and parts. Published by Carl Fischer