Romantic. Dio, che nell' alma infondere. Don Carlo was originally written (title Don Carlos) as a French five-acter for the 1867 world exhibition in Paris. Later, Verdi transformed this important grand opera into a four-acter in Italian. With its many leitmotifs, Don Carlo was `too Wagnerian' according to French critics - although Verdi hardly knew the music by his German colleague. For the record, the composer was not happy either with the `lifeless and cold' performance in Paris, and the drama...
Early Classical. One of the earliest Concertos written specifically for the trombone. In two movements, Adagio and Allegro Assai. For alto or tenor trombone and classical wind ensemble (2 flutes, 2 oboes, 3 clarinets, bass clarinet, optional bassoon (as basso continuo), 2 french horns, double bass). In the original key of E flat. This edition is a full set of performance parts plus score. -cdp (description & sample pages)
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Lucien Cailliet's concert band arrangement for Richard Wagner's Elsa'a Procession to the Cathedral maintains the timeless elegance that has made this piece a standard. (5:57)
Category: Band Music Item: 137730 Grade: Grade 6 - Advanced Price: $77.00 Availability: Ships in 10 to 15 Days
Classical (1826). The Weber March is scored for flute, 2 oboes, 2 clarinet, 2 horns, 2 bassoons, 2 trumpets and trombone was first published as "March for Wind Band." Score & parts.
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Romance by Carl Maria von Weber is one of the most popular solos in the Trombone repertoire and may have been originally composed for the Bassoon. This work of about 7-9 minutes in length from the Romantic period is lyrically very expressive, featuring large dynamic contrasts and extended range. Benjamin Coy's arrangement for solo trombone and concert band or wind ensemble is appropriate for moderately advanced performers. -the publisher
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Inspired by the wildly popular New Zealand sailing song this outstanding work takes us on an epic journey with the captain and the ship's energetic crew. Moments of peril intertwine with chants of victory as the struggle unfolds. A superb change of pace for any concert, and a fantastic closer as well!
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A wild ride from the composer of October and Ghost Train! Equus is the Latin word for horse, and this moto perpetuo perfectly captures the fury and majesty of this magnificent animial. Commissioned by Gary Green and the University of Miami, Equus is not for the faint of heart! (Grade 5) Dur: 10:00
Category: Band Music Item: 137726 Grade: Grade 6 - Advanced Price: $225.00 Availability: Ships in 10 to 15 Days
Fiesta musically depicts the pageantry of traditional Latin American celebrations -- street bands, bull fights and bright costumes. Passionate rhythms and vivid tonal sonorities characterize the masterwork. Experience the flavor of this revered composition. (6:46). -the publisher
Category: Band Music Item: 137579 Grade: Grade 6 - Advanced Price: $95.00 Availability: Ships in 10 to 15 Days