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Category: LIGHT CONCERT MUSIC Composer: Rebecca Lundberg
Conspiracy was written as an opener to a second half (or encore) which showcases the band rather than any particular soloists. It's supposed to be very energetic and the percussion need to drive the tempo. The key idea behind the piece is the opening melody in the cornets and euphonium which is not dissimilar to the start of a fugue in that it is a bit endless. The idea of the complicated, repetitive rifi/melody was inspired by the rock band Muse as they often use this in their music. The lyrics of their songs often also refer to conspiracy theories — hence the title ’Conspiracy’. The music also builds tension towards the end, which fits with the title.
The soprano and 2nd/3rd cornets are scored together as are the front row and repiano, so they can stand either side of the band for added effect if required. The opening percussion sections can also be extended to allow the band to walk on in sections. There are five percussion parts and the parts are numbered in order of importance. As a minimum, the piece needs the kit part. The 5th part can easily be omitted or covered by the hi-hat for the most part.
Category: LIGHT CONCERT MUSIC Composer: Philip Harper
Duration 12.00
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Constellations is Philip Harper's latest 'razzmatazz' showcase for brass band and features not only the soloists, but also entire sections of the band. The piece was commissioned by Nicholas Childs and Black Dyke Band and the title refers to a 'group of stars'. The stellar references extend to the individual titles of the three movements of the piece: Supernova is in a funk style and features the trombones followed by the tenor horns; Stargazing is the slow section which highlights the euphoniums and baritones, then the basses; Big Dipper is the final section in big-band style which gives a chance for the cornets and the percussion to shine.
Category: LIGHT CONCERT MUSIC Composer / arranger: Franco Cesarini
Concert item Duration 5.45
With Convergents Franco Cesarini has succeeded in composing a piece suitable for both concerts or contests which whilst not being too difficult still has the feel of a major work. This extremely rhythmical piece is built upon three themes which, after being introduced in turn, finally converge into the triumphal finale of the work. This scintillating workwill be a definite enrichment to the repertoire of your concert band.
Categories: LIGHT CONCERT MUSIC, SUMMER 2020 SALE TITLES Composer / arranger: Jan Van Der Roost
Normally £48.00 - only £38.95 in our SALE - Limited stock
This stately concert opener was originally written by Jan Van der Roost for a special event in which six respected wind orchestras (two Belgian and four Dutch) of different composition (two symphonic bands, two fanfare bands and two brass bands) were featured during six concerts. Each evening brought forth a performance by a symphonic band, a fanfare, and brass band, so that the audience could experience all three types of ensembles. This was indeed an original concept.The name, ConZEnSus, comes from a combination of the words, ‘Concert Cyclus’ (concert series) and ‘zes’ (Dutch for ‘six’). This leads to a new word, which refers to ‘consensus’. The general tenor of the cycle is thus immediately indicated. The richness of color of the various ensembles is revealed through an open and friendly atmosphere. During all six concerts (over a span of three years), ConZEnSus functioned as a permanent opening number for each orchestra. Thus the same musical story was portrayed in three different packages.
Category: LIGHT CONCERT MUSIC Composer: Philip Sparke
Cornet Rock takes a look back at the history of pop music in the 1950’s and gives the young band a chance to rock and roll with the comets taking the lead. Treat your comets to this lively solo section feature.
Category: LIGHT CONCERT MUSIC Composer: Jacob de Haan
Duration 3.45
Originally Cornfield Rock was written by Jacob de Haan as a version for male choir. It was based on a text by William Shakespeare on a melody of Thomas Morley (It was a lover and his lass). The original melody however was abandoned completely and in its place Jacob de Haan created a new one in rock style. The title refers to the text: That o’re the green corne fields did passe.
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