Results
-
£39.99Amid the Cold Of Winter- The Rose ("Es ist ein Ros entsprungen")
ABOUT THIS PIECE: Introduce a touch of elegance to your Christmas programme with Amid the Cold of Winter - The Rose, a beautiful arrangement of the traditional carol Es ist ein Ros entsprungen (Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming). This cherished melody dates back to the late 16th century and has been celebrated for its gentle beauty and profound sense of reverence. Its origins in German sacred music have made it a favourite across centuries, embodying the spirit of hope and renewal. This arrangement, crafted for quartet with brass band accompaniment, enhances the carol's delicate charm while providing a fresh, rhythmic and gentle take on the accompaniment and overall feel. Perfect for seasonal concerts, or gentle and reflective moments in your programme, this piece allows a quartet of soloists to shine. ENSEMBLE: Quartet (soprano cornet, repiano cornet, solo tenor horn & solo baritone) with Standard British Brass Band. For information: As only two solo cornets are required, it is suggested that remaining cornet player play additional percussion. Soprano part available in Bb to be played by Bb cornet. Solo Horn part available in Bb to be played by trombone (trombone part available in Eb to be played by tenor horn in this scenario). WHEN YOU BUY THIS PRODUCT, YOU GET: High-quality printed score and parts LEVEL: 1 LISTEN: DURATION: c. 4-minutes EXAMPLE SCORE: Click here LEVEL GUIDE: Level 1- Accessible to all Level 2 - c. UK third section and higher Level 3 - c. UK second section and higher Level 4 - c. UK first section and higher Level 5 - c. UK championship section level
Estimated dispatch 5-7 working days
-
£39.99Facade
ABOUT THIS PIECE: Experience the gripping energy of Jekyll & Hyde with Adam Taylor's stunning brass band arrangement of "Facade." This dramatic piece captures the tension and complexity of Frank Wildhorn's iconic composition, perfectly suited for bands seeking a bold and dynamic item - perhaps as part of a screen and show concert. With its driving rhythms, this arrangement maintains the intensity to the original score, making it an ideal addition to any band library. Add drama and excitement to your next performance--get your copy today! ENSEMBLE: Standard British Brass Band WHEN YOU BUY THIS PRODUCT, YOU GET: High-quality printed score and parts LEVEL: 3 LISTEN: Click here (note that the ending of this recording differs to the published version) DURATION: 3-minutes, 30 secondsEXAMPLE SCORE: Click here LEVEL GUIDE: Level 1- Accessible to all Level 2 - c. UK third section and higher Level 3 - c. UK second section and higher Level 4 - c. UK first section and higher Level 5 - c. UK championship section level
Estimated dispatch 5-7 working days
-
£39.99Come What May
ABOUT THIS PIECE: Add a touch of romance and drama to your next programme with this beautiful arrangement of Come What May from Moulin Rouge. Written by David Baerwald and Kevin Gilbert, this emotional ballad became the standout love song of the 2001 film, performed by Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor. Its heartfelt lyrics and sweeping melody have made it a timeless classic, celebrated by audiences around the world. This arrangement brings the song's emotional depth and cinematic grandeur to the brass band stage, with solo opportunities for tenor horn, cornet and euphonium. With its soaring themes and tender undertones, Come What May is a fantastic showcase of the band's ability to convey both power and sensitivity. ENSEMBLE: Standard British Brass Band WHEN YOU BUY THIS PRODUCT, YOU GET: High-quality printed score and parts LEVEL: 2 LISTEN: Click here DURATION: 5 minutesEXAMPLE SCORE: Click here LEVEL GUIDE: Level 1- Accessible to all Level 2 - c. UK third section and higher Level 3 - c. UK second section and higher Level 4 - c. UK first section and higher Level 5 - c. UK championship section level
Estimated dispatch 5-7 working days
-
£38.00Monteverdi Three Miniatures
ABOUT THIS PIECE: Monteverdi - Three Miniatures, is an engaging and educational brass band arrangement by Adam Taylor, originally composed for the British Open Youth Brass Band Contest at the Guild 2015. This piece masterfully reimagines themes from the works of Claudio Monteverdi, presenting them in a contemporary style that's both accessible and inspiring for modern brass ensembles. Ideal for youth bands and ensembles looking to explore early music in a fresh format, Monteverdi - Three Miniatures offers flexibility and creativity. The arrangement includes adaptable tempos to match your interpretation, a featured duet with parts available in both Bb and Eb, and written percussion parts that can be expanded with additional instruments or streamlined for smaller sections. Players are encouraged to add their own ornamentation, allowing for personal expression and an authentic touch to the music. With its nod to the grandeur of the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods, this piece serves not only as an excellent concert addition but also as a valuable educational tool, introducing young musicians to Monteverdi's timeless work. Dive into this vibrant arrangement and bring the essence of Monteverdi's genius to your next performance. ENSEMBLE: Standard British Brass Band (with adaptations) WHEN YOU BUY THIS PRODUCT, YOU GET: High-quality printed score and parts LEVEL: 1 LISTEN: Click here DURATION: 5-minutes, 30-secondsEXAMPLE SCORE: Click here LEVEL GUIDE: Level 1- Accessible to all Level 2 - c. UK third section and higher Level 3 - c. UK second section and higher Level 4 - c. UK first section and higher Level 5 - c. UK championship section level
Estimated dispatch 5-7 working days
-
£16.00Sonata Pian'e Forte
DescriptionSonata Pian'e Forte means an instrumental piece using soft and loud dynamics. A "Sonata" (at this time) meant a piece for instruments (as opposed to voices). It was probably written to be played as part of a service at St Mark's, Venice. This is the earliest known piece to specify both the instruments to be played AND the dynamics in the written music.Gabrieli was born in Venice sometime between 1554 and 1557 and studied with the renowned Dutch composer Orlando di Lassus. He also studied with his uncle, Andrea Gabrieli, and eventually succeeded him as the organist and composer at St Mark's Basilica in Venice. Already renowned as a musical centre, Venice became a magnet for composers wishing to study with Gabrieli after 'Symphoniae Sacrae' was published.Like many of his works, Sonata Pian'e Forte was written to take advantage of the unique layout of St Mark's, which had galleries on three sides where the musicians could be placed to create novel spatial effects - utterly new and exciting for sixteenth century listeners. Sonata Pian'e Forte has two different antiphonal 'choirs' and in this arrangement the band is split into two groups to reflect Gabrieli's innovative idea. Ideally the two groups should be clearly separated so the the antiphonal effect comes across clearly, although this will of course depend on the performance space. On no account should the band remain in its normal seated formation!As Gabrieli didn't have any percussionists (and percussion was widely thought inappropriate for music performed in church anyway) there are no percussion parts in this music.This arrangement is available for full brass band or 8-piece brass ensemble andwas first performed by the Blackley Band conducted by Andrew Baker in 2004.Listen to a computer realisation and follow the score in the video below:Duration approximately 4'20".
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£25.00Ring'd with the Azure World
DescriptionRing'd with the Azure World was commissioned by the Harmonia Brass quintet for their final recital at the University of Huddersfield in 2016.He clasps the crag with crooked hands; Close to the sun in lonely lands, Ring'd with the azure world, he stands.The wrinkled sea beneath him crawls; He watches from his mountain walls, And like a thunderbolt he falls.- The Eagle by Alfred, Lord TennysonThe music was inspired by Tennyson's poem reproduced above; it seeks simply to reflect the spirit of the poem. It opens in sparse, lonely mood as the eagle surveys the world beneath. The work quickens in three bursts using metrical modulation to disguise the actual moment of acceleration, reflecting the lazy energy stored in the circling raptor before concluding dramatically in a fall 'like a thunderbolt'. Tennyson's poem, although brief, has inspired much analysis and writing, and is notable for being written in the (then somewhat unfashionable) iambic tetrameter, indicating a foursquare emphasis reflected in the main theme of the music. This is heard first in an octatonic version and later in a purely tonal (if somewhat modal) version. The instrumentation reflects that of Harmonia Brass, a quintet composed of brass band instruments (two B flat cornets, an E flat tenor horn, tenor trombone and E flat tuba). However the music is also available for the more conventional brass quintet of two trumpets, french horn, trombone and tuba.To listen to an audio export preview and follow the music, click play on the video below!Performance Notes1st cornet/trumpet requires a cup mute, ideally with an adjustable cup (the marking "tight" denotes that the cup should be adjusted closer to the bell), and a harmon mute with the tube removed (denoted by "TR" in the score). 2nd cornet/trumpet requires a fibre straight mute and a harmon mute with the tube removed. Tenor horn require a fibre straight mute and a practice mute (any sort) - in the orchestral brass version the french horn requires a stop mute. Trombone requires a cup mute (only). Tuba requires a fibre straight mute and a practice mute (of any sort).Metronome marks should be closely observed - starting either too fast or too slow will have a disproportionate effect on the tempi later in the piece due to the metrically controlled tempo changes.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
-
£35.00A Manchester Tale - Andrew Duncan
This stunning piece depicts life in the City of Manchester in the years surrounding the Second World War and the effect these years had on the citizens of Manchester. It's a striking work, with creativity and colour, overflowing with emotion and atmosphere. For maximum effect, it even includes an optional part for a wartime siren which announces the start of an air raid attack.Winner of 'Best New Work' at Spennymore Brass Band Contest in 2000 (played by the Grimethorpe Colliery Band conducted by Garry Cutt), and featured on the Sellers Band CD, Celtic Connections.Look and Listen (performance courtesy of RNCM Brass Band at Unibrass 2018):
In Stock: Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
-
£30.00A Rachmaninoff Prelude - Rachmaninoff
An arrangement by Tim Paton of this Rachmaninoff favourite for brass band.Comments from Tim:I first heard the Rachmaninoff Prelude in G minor when my brother, (Dr) Rod Paton, used to play it on the piano. The martial sound of the opening theme caught my imagination, and I knew then that this piece would sound magnificent if played by a brass band - if you like the music of Rachmaninoff, then you will love this piece! That spectacular sound that we all know, with busy, melodic bass lines, and a middle section in his well known 'romantic' style - I could already hear the euphonium playing those rippling arpeggios. In response to the enthusiasm for this magnificent piece, I have lightheartedly commented that maybe he wrote it for brass band, but there wasn't one available, so he did it for piano instead!Look and Listen (Score-reading digital sound sample):
In Stock: Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
-
£25.95African Adventure - Darrol Barry
An upbeat, fun piece which exudes positive-vibes from the outset. This original composition by Darrol Barry for brass band is a great addition to concert repertoire. A nice balance of strong rhythm, touches of featured obligato and a catchy melody.Darrol Barry composed this work in support of a charitable project, known in 2005 as Brass Band Aid. The organisation called for original compositions to be included in a follow-up CD release - Into Africato help raise funds for projects in Adet, Africa, and to build awareness of theMake Poverty History campaign. African Adventure was featured on the CD with a recording by the Black Dyke Band.Now that the original BBA projects are complete, funds raised by the titles we publish from the Brass Band Aidseries continue to support other music-related projects on a regular basis.Look and Listen (performance courtesy of Bertnes Brass 2016):
In Stock: Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days
-
£20.00African Funk - Alan Fernie
A fun, upbeat number, playable by all levels and offering a wealth of percussion opportunities for the whole band!Alan Fernie composed this work in support of a charitable project, known in 2005 as Brass Band Aid. The organisation called for original compositions to be included in a follow-up CD release - Into Africato help raise funds for projects in Adet, Africa, and to build awareness of theMake Poverty History campaign. African Adventure was featured on the CD with a recording by the Nova Scotia International Tattoo Brass Band.Now that the original BBA projects are complete, funds raised by the titles we publish from the Brass Band Aidseries continue to support other music-related projects on a regular basis.Look and Listen (courtesy of Neo Brassband from their performance at Heywood Civic Hall in 2016):
In Stock: Estimated dispatch 3-5 working days