Countryfile - David Lowe - Guy James

First broadcast in 1988, the popular BBC programme airs weekly visiting various locations reporting on rural, agricultural, and environmental issues in the United Kingdom. With millions of viewers around the world (as far as New Zealand), the Coutryfile Calendar remains one of the highlights of the year with sales from the calendar raising millions of pounds for BBC Children In Need. This driving theme tune from composer David Lowe is an audience friendly work that that will be recognised across the country by listeners and players alike.

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Dance Macabre - Saint-Saens - Gavin Somerset

A full arrangement of the spectacular work by Saint-Saens. Certainly a test for any top section band, both technically and rhythmically. Every section has an important role to play (yes, even Bass Trombone!). The main theme was used in the BBC's drama "Jonathan Creek", letting the audience recognize the piece immediately. Great as an alternative to an overture concert piece, this is one for every player of the band to get their teeth stuck into. To download the Solo Cornet part, please CLICK HERE . To download the Solo Horn part, please CLICK HERE . To download the Solo Euphonium part, please CLICK HERE . To download the playback audio to play along to, please RIGHT CLICK HERE & Save As .

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Dance of the Troglodytes - Naomi Styles

If your resident tuned percussionist hasn't had much to do of late, then why not present him or her with Dance of the Troglodytes? While not strictly a xylophone solo, it features this instrument strongly with fast arpeggios over a steady tune that gradually rises in intensity and excitement. 'Dance of the Troglodytes' is one of a modern day 'Carnival of the Animals' - a series of brass band tunes inspired by Christopher Lloyd's book 'What on Earth evolved?' which ranks the species which have most influenced planet Earth. The music celebrates Homo Sapiens, ranked by Lloyd as the 6th most influential species. Emerging from Africa about 160,000 years ago from Homo erectus stock, Homo Sapiens' quick thinking, manual dexterity and increasingly complex tool making skills made it the only surviving human species. Now we humans have spread to every corner of the globe, shaping it through agriculture, transportation and industry. Dance of the Troglodytes echoes the rise of humans as they emerge from primitive life and gradually create the complex world we live in today.

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Danse Lithuanienne - Rimsky-Korsakov - Lee Rogers

Mlada was the vision of Stepan Gedeonov in 1870 originally to be performed as a ballet, however it was not until two years later in 1872 that four of the most famous Russian composers were brought on board to score the music for the production (CA(c)sar Cui, Modest Mussorgsky, Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov and Aleksandr Borodin being the composers in question). Much of the score was created, however the ballet never saw a production and no workable edition is currently in use. Lee Rogers has taken the light hearted 'Danse Lithuanienne' from Rimsky-Korsakov's part of the score and arranged it for brass band. The work requires dexterity from the band and is the perfect showpiece to add to any programme.

Deep Harmony - Handel Parker - Alan Beaumont

Composed in 1854 By Handel Parker, this tune has become a favorite within the Brass Band world. Many have said that no other ensemble can perform a hymn tune quite like a Brass Band. Now this favorite has been arranged by Alan Beaumont and allows the Solo Cornet play to shine, before all the cornets join him in a fanfare whilst the hymn tune rides underneath. Suitable for any occasion.

Dies Irae - Verdi - Richard Jones

From Verdi's Requiem Mass, completed to mark the first anniversary of Alessandro Manzoni's death, an Italian poet and novelist much admired by Verdi. The famous Dies Irae (Day Of Wrath) is sure to make your audiences sit up and listen. Used in countless TV and film appearances, a rewarding but taxing workout for the entire band.

Ding Dong Merrily On High - Darrol Barry

Euphonium players will relish the chance this Christmas to perform one of the nations most loved Christmas carols in a solo skilfully penned by Darrol Barry. Marked 'Giocoso' in style, this jolly arrangement not only allows the soloist the chance to show off their virtuosic capabilities, but the band has plenty to enjoy too. A darker middle movement precedes an exciting finale which will have the audiences cheering. A must have for all euphonium soloists. For Christmas 2020, we have made backing tracks of this title for you to download. These can be used either for personal playback use, or to create a virtual performance of the piece with your full band. To download the backing track, please RIGHT CLICK HERE & Save As .

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Don't You Want Me (Baby) - The Human League - Gavin Somerset

Originally released in 1981, this single by The Human League took the took the Christmas No.1 spot and has since gone on to sell over 1.5 million copies, making it the 23rd most successful single in British history. The music has easily stood the test of time, with many still seeing the track as a firm favourite for parties. Now for the first time, the work is available for band. This is a great way to show off a brass band's versatility and reach out to audiences of all ages. Something different and a must have.

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Duke Street - David Holling

Originally written during David's time as MD of Strata Brass, this lively concert march frequently featured in the band's programmes and its title comes from the street on which you would find the band rehearsing; as they have for some 30+ years. A great 3-minute opener to any concert without the need to DC!

Echoes of Goff - Gavin Somerset

There is little doubt in anyone's mind that Goff Richards' music enriched the Brass Band repertoire with his colourful and imaginative arrangements and compositions. Composer, Gavin Somerset was encouraged when younger by Goff, to write for Brass Bands after they had worked on an arrangement together. Following the passing of Goff back in 2011, this melodic, yet powerful work that reflected upon two of Goff's popular compositions for band, Pastorale & Country Scene, was composed. Seven years on, this work is only now being released and provides an emotional music tribute, which both players and audiences will enjoy over and over again.

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