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£70.00
Going for Gold (Bra) - Max Stannard
Going for Gold was written in the build-up to the 2012 London Olympics. Its driving rhythms and optimistic fanfares encapsulate the idea of challenging yourself and pushing boundaries and the relentlessness which you pursue your goal of achieving gold. This piece was performed and recorded in Lancaster by County Brass, the day after the opening ceremony of the games.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£64.00
3 Days (Bra) - Patrick Verhaegen
Light and short opening piece by Patrick Verhaegen written for the 3-day Easter course of K.F. De Berthoutzonen in 2001, hence the title. All sections of the band are being introduced.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£63.00
Camson (Bra) - Mike Kilmartin
This piece was written after a holiday in South America where upon hearing various styles of Latin and Rock the composer wrote an opening number where the styles have been fused together. It has been named after the composers nephews Cameron and Mason. Hence the name Camson.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£98.00
Symphonic Episodes (Bra) - Brian Balmages - Mike Kilmartin
This three-movement work by Brian Balmages is transcribed from his earlier work for brass, entitled Symphony No. 1 for Brass. Mike Kilmartin made a superb transcription for brass band. The short opening movement establishes one of the main themes in the work before coming to a soft conclusion. The second movement can easily be performed on its own with its beautiful lyrical melodies and powerful emotional impact. The third movement makes use of themes heard throughout the other movements before coming to a grand conclusion. This is a particularly effective choice for contest and festival use.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£62.00
Paint it, Black (Bra) - Mick Jagger & Keith Richards - Mike Kilmartin
'Paint it, Black' is a song by the Rolling Stones, released in 1966. The song was also featured in video games like Guitar Hero III, during the end credits of 'The Devil's Advocate' and used as the opening theme song of the television series 'Tour of Duty'.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£80.00
Exposure (Bra) - Nick Van Elsen
Exposure is a short opening piece commissioned by Royal Fanfare Band 'De Werkmanszonen' from Zichen (Belgium) and conductor Yves Wuyts for their participation at the World Music Contest 2017 in Kerkrade (NL).
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£120.00
Rhapsody in Black (Bra) - Andi Cook
The primary inspiration for this work comes from the composer's first encounter with the genre of Symphonic Metal - the opening track of the 2004 Nightwish album 'Once', entitled Dark chest of Wonders. The combination of full orchestra, operatically trained female vocals and the raw power of a Scandinavian metal band was a potent mix that instantly had me hooked.That same dark and powerful sound is one that a brass band can generate, and I've tried to capture that in this composition. Heavy Rock/Metal as a genre is arguably fifty years old now, but symphonic metal is a newer concept, and I feel possibly the one that can bridge the gap between two musical styles very dear to me.Composer Gilbert Vinter had explored through music the connotations that different colours held for him, and his movement Purple from 'Spectrum' gave me an idea for the structure of 'Rhapsody in Black'. Andi Cook explored the different connotations of one colour within his own life, black being an easy choice due to the personal dichotomy of the black leather jacket he wore to the rock club on Friday night and the black suit jacket and tie he wore to the concert hall the next day.To avoid repetition the word 'black' is omitted from the five movement titles, each of which is a different episode. '...as Thunder' is a furious argument between two people - the top and bottom of the band - set against the backdrop of a storm, with lightning flashing outside while barbs, insults, sarcasm, tears and even violence is traded inside. Following that '...Satin and Pearls' is an old black-and-white movie with a wistful character to it as if we're looking back a screen icon with fondness long after their career or even their life has ended. '...as the Raven's Wing.' is deliberately gothic and funereal, hinting at Edgar Allen Poe's similarly named poem, with undertones of death and afterlife. The shift into F/C Minor (band pitch) represents the descent - alive - into the grave that Poe had a paranoid fear of his entire life. Family and friends standing around grieving, oblivious as we're lowered into the earth despite frantic attempts to make ourselves heard. '...and Chrome' is an unashamed motorcycle reference with all its born-to-be-wild, open air, high speed and freedom overtones. In a deliberate contrast to what went before it continues several of the same motifs though this time in the major key. Lastly, we reprise the second movement with '...as the Night Sky' which is simply the feeling of walking home under the summer stars, with someone important - who that is, is left to the listener, but a walk under the stars is always that bit special.There's an old saying that very few things are black and white. I hope this work will prove that even black alone isn't quite as simple as it's often made out....'Rhapsody in Black' is dedicated to the composer's friend and mentor John Roberts, who shares his love of both brass and rock.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£63.00
Thunderbirds (Bra) - Barry Gray - Mike Kilmartin
Opening theme of the popular television series created in the '60. It was produced using a form of electronic marionette puppetry combined with scale model special effects sequences. Who doesn't remember main character Jeff Tracy?! 5, 4, 3, 2, 1: Thunderbirds Are Go!
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£104.00
Camelot (Bra) - Stijn Aertgeerts
Camelot is the legendary castle of King Arthur. After a mysterious opening you hear a fight between two knights where two dueling cornets are crossing the swords. The 2nd part describes one of the many love stories that can be found between the walls of Camelot and its legends. The third part is a grand finale in which the splendor of the castle is reflected.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days
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£87.00
Flying Back to Base (Bra) - Jan De Maeseneer
Flying Back to Base is a work that describes the return flight of the pilot after a successful mission. A military opening that results is a festive ending. A very nice and light work where both the audience and the musicians will enjoy.
Estimated dispatch 7-14 working days