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£49.95Bestowal of a Century - Christopher Bond
Bestowal of a Century (2014) was commissioned by Lowenna Taylor, and funded through her Harry Mortimer Trust award which she was presented with at the 2013 British Open Championship following the completion of her studies at the Royal Welsh College of Music in Cardiff. The 15-minute work received its world premiere at the Cornwall Youth Brass Band Christmas concert in 2014 with solosit, Lowenna, working alongside the band under the baton of Les Neish. The 'Bestowal' refers to the presentation of the Royal Trophy by the then Prince of Wales to the famous West of England Bandsman's Festival in Bugle in 1913. Over the years it has been won by some of the greatest names in brass banding, including Black Dyke and Munn & Feltons - although more recently it has become a wonderful open festival that includes sections for local bands as well as visitors from all over the banding globe. 2014 marked the one-hundredth anniversary of the presentation of the trophy, which is the only brass band trophy to have the official seal of royal patronage. The work, in three distinct sections, opens in a mysterious way, building progressively with interjections from the horn. The composer notes its as though one can imagine different part of the trophy being put together, piece by piece, until the trophy is complete and a climax is reached. Following this, a playful theme is presented which is developed throughout the first section and interacting between soloist and band. The second movement, in complete contrast, is a lyrical melody; heart-wrenching throughout, and sits well both as part of the concerto and also as a stand-alone solo item. The third movement is light-hearted and virtuosic, demonstrating the technical capabilities of the instrument with fast and virtuosic playing, and a cadenza towards the end of the work.
Estimated dispatch 10-14 working days
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£24.95Lest We Forget - Christopher Bond
Lest We Forget is a phrase added as a final line at the end of the Ode of Remembrance, taken from Laurence Binyon's poem For the Fallen, first published in The Times newspaper in September 1914. Providing the title for this work for brass band, the piece aims to combine both the acoustic nature of the brass band medium alongside narrated passages and pre-recorded extracts to provide a moving tribute. The words originally spoken by Prime Minister Herbert Asquith in 1914 can be narrated in performance. However, a free audio download, manipulated to sound like a 1914 radio broadcast is available from Prima Vista. Lest We Forget received its premiere at The Sage, Gateshead, on November 17th 2014, performed by the Grimethorpe Colliery Band, conducted by Robert Childs. The work opened their winning Brass in Concert programme, and has since been performed by bands all over the world as a fitting tribute to the Great War.
Estimated dispatch 10-14 working days
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£40.00Sunset
ABOUT THIS PIECE: Cantatio are pleased to release this arrangement of Sunset by Paul Mottram from his album Symphonic Minimalism. Originally recorded by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at Abbey Road, this piece is often heard on TV and radio, most recently on Ken Bruce's show on BBC Radio 2 following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Paul says of this piece: "I very loosely modelled the track on some of the compositions of John Barry - a simple lyrical melodic style with an almost regal feel and beautiful orchestral sound. I was indeed imagining a sunset when I wrote it and had some sense of the piece having an ultimate warm, resigned, quiet finality about it". You can read more about the piece here. ENSEMBLE: Standard British Brass Band WHEN YOU BUY THIS PRODUCT, YOU GET: High-quality printed score and parts LEVEL: 1 LISTEN: DURATION: 3-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
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£19.99Dear Friends
ABOUT THIS PIECE: Introduce a heartfelt and reflective moment to your next programme with this beautiful arrangement of Dear Friends, originally performed by Freddie Mercury and Queen. Written by Mercury and featured on their 1974 album Sheer Heart Attack, this gentle ballad stands out for its simplicity and emotional sincerity, offering a tender message of gratitude and friendship. This arrangement, crafted for a sextet with band accompaniment, preserves the intimacy of the original. It provides a brief, but soulful showcase for smaller ensemble playing within the band, supported by a sensitive muted accompaniment (this piece can also be played as a simple sextet without the band accompaniment). ENSEMBLE: Sextet (recommended cornet, horn, baritone, trombone, euphonium and Eb bass) with Band accompaniment WHEN YOU BUY THIS PRODUCT, YOU GET: High-quality printed score and parts LEVEL: 1 LISTEN: Click here DURATION: 1-minute 10 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
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£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
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£25.00Zephyrus. March for Brass Band
Recommended - Suitable for all bands The Big Blow, was a formal record attempt to create the largest brass band in the world. It took place at Butlin's Resort, Skegness on 20 January 2007, and it's main goal was to raise money in support of the work of Brass Band Aid, and specifically to provide long-term sponsorship for two children in the village of Adet in Ethiopia. The Music Company (UK) Ltd were one of the Official Partners of The Big Blow, providing the performance piece for the record attempt. Andrew Duncan wrote 'Zephyrus' to mark the occasion. The title takes its name from the Greek God of the West Winds - Zephyrus. Zephyrus is a traditional British brass band march with an interesting African-feel lilt to the trio. This is enhanced by optional percussion instruments including djembi and bongos, which can alternatively be covered by standard drum kit. The Music Company are pleased to continue their support of Brass Band Aid by offering a donation to this worthy charity for every set of this music sold. Includes score & parts
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£44.95A CAROL FANTASY - Peter Graham
Written for the brilliant Welshbaritone Bryn Terfel's Christmas Television Spectacular, this arrangement can beplayed as a concert item or for audience and band. Includes Silent Night,Away in a Manger, O little Town, Joy to the World, O come all ye faithful
Published Closed for Holidays. Est dispatch 13th Nov
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£89.95Songs of Ascent - Jonathan Bates
DURATION: 14 minutes. DIFFICULTY: Championship. 'Songs of Ascent' was composed for the Royal Northern College of Music Brass Band, as part of their programme for the 2019 RNCM Festival of Brass. In my view, the festival itself is the leading showcase for original contemporary music for the medium (in a concert setting) in the world and therefore an ideal place to explore new ideas and sounds, which was a notion fundamental to the construction of this work. The piece is subtitled 'Out of the Depths, I cry to you, O Lord'; the opening line of Psalm 130 (which forms part of a set of 15 psalsm, 120-134 known as the Songs of Ascent") which forms the main inspiration for much of the musical material. Following an extended opening for four individual tuba lines, there are a number of solos for members of the band off stage, with bleak and deep accompaniment lines, reflecting the words of Psalm 130. Amongst these 'songs of ascents', the most common and strong themes are repentance and redemption; with the central core of this work emerging 'from the depths' to reveal one of very few calming and reflective passages of the work utilising the tune of 'Guide Me O Thy Great Redeemer' in a new setting, featuring the Solo Horn and Bass Trombone, before returning to the ethereal and dark timbres that form much of the music up to this point. In terms of compositional technique, this work is solely based on a set of 4 9-note scales in their various unique transpositions (below). Each of these scales provide a set of 2 whole tone scales, 6 minor triads, 6 major triads and is built on 9 augmented triads. Whilst most of the music in this work is based melodically on the set of notes (heard right at the outset in the motif in the tuba line), the central section delves into the harmonic capabilities of these 'modes', using a number of the 7 'keys' which can be derived from the minor & major chords derived in each scale. All 4 scales are used independantly to each other, with whole sections of the work focussing on each mode. 'Songs of Ascent' was selected as the set work for the Championship Section at the Butlin's Mineworker's Championships in 2020.
In Stock: Estimated dispatch 1-3 working days
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£19.95As The World Falls Apart... - Jonathan Bates
DURATION: 4 minutes. DIFFICULTY: Moderate. 'As The World Falls Apart' was composed for David Maxted as part of the programme for his BMus Final Recital at the RNCM in May 2017. The work was composed in a time of real political and social divide, with chaos only ever seeming minutes away, and the base of the piece is one of serenity and traniquility amongst the bedlam which is occurring around us all. Originally, the work was planned to be a totally free unaccompanied work for solo horn, however I wanted to make use of the vast space the RNCM concert hall can offer with the surround-sound speakers and decided to utilise a short sound effect track to enhance the feeling of chaos as the music reaches it's peak in dynamic and intensity. AUDIO FILE AVAILABLE FROM COMPOSER - [email protected]. . . .
In Stock: Estimated dispatch 1-3 working days
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£25.00...and the winter moon rises
Description...and the winter moon riseswas inspired by a winter's evening car journey across the Pennines from Manchester to Huddersfield, through the brass band heartland of Saddleworth. There was recent snow on the ground, and the sun had just set. A bright clear moon was rising into a sky coloured with orange from the setting sun, and the moonlight made all the snow and ice sparkle.The work is the fourth movement of a larger 5 movement suite entitled "North!", but can be (and has been) performed in isolation. This work was a finalist in the 2012 Ohio Brass Arts Festival composition competition.Performance NotesThe percussion parts should be playable by three players; the "arco" parts of the vibraphone parts should be played by drawing a cello or double bass bow up the side of the bar. Motors should be left off throughout.Three of the brass players are asked to double on triangles for the first part of the piece; ideally these should be of different sizes giving clearly different sounds. The easiest solution is to tie a triangle to the music stand, rather than try to hold it and then swap instruments later in the piece.Click below to watch a playback preview of the score!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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