Par HESKETH KENNETH. The term Danceries can be found in a copy of Playford's Dancing Master which is an extensive collection of folk and popular tunes of the 17th Century (and no doubt earlier). The melodies themselves are a mixture of new and old (although where the old occurs, it has been adapted in mood and composition and is often interspersed with completely new material). The harmonies and r…

Par HESS NIGEL. Commissioned in 1985, 'East Coast Pictures' has become a modern classic for all wind bands. In upstate New York lie 'The Catskills' Mountains, an extraordinary combination of tranquillity and power, peace and majesty. Once seen they call you back again and again./ Répertoire / Orchestre D'Harmonie

Par PRICE FLORENCE / PERNA DANA (Arr.). Originally for piano, this lyric work is a shining presentation of Price\'s signature style. The first statement is in E-flat Major, then modulates to F Major. Although short, the piece requires mature musicality, secure intonation and vibrato from your ensemble, with delicate dynamics and rubato. There are brief solos for oboe and euphonium. / Date parution…

(What's The Story) Morning Glory is the second smash album by Mancunian Indie-rockers, Oasis, and continues in the same vein with their blend of 60s pop and British rock. After the success of their debut Defintely, Maybe , this is just as swaggering and confident but more mature, melodic and soulful. Every song from the album is arranged in guitar tablature and includes the huge hits Don't Look Ba…

Par JOHNSON TIMOTHY. We are often so focused on presenting the entire ensemble that it’s easy to forget we can also program solo feature pieces. There are so many reasons to do just that. It rewards that special player who has been working so hard. It sets an example for other players in the section. It provides a nice contrast regardless of what else is programmed. Be sure to put on the demonstra…

Par JOHNSON TIMOTHY. Based on the African-American spiritual “Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit”, Feel the Spirit captures the essence of the traditional spiritual. These songs were created by African-Americans oppressed by slavery. A deeply religious people, the slaves would use singing as an expression of both their enthusiastic joy and profound sadness. Feel the Spirit enables you to play a great go…

Arrangement: Duncan Andrew. Par DUNCAN ANDREW. / Répertoire / Brass Band

Par RICKER RAMON. 'Suspended Animation' is a contemporary straight-eighth feel with sections that can be opened up for any player to solo. The entire composition is built on only two suspended chords, and is written in a manner that makes it easy for young bands to quickly get into the piece. With only two chords to worry about, much of the anxiety of wrong notes is eliminated and the student can …