Arr. Wil Van Der Beek. Par VON REZNICE EMIL NIKOLAUS. Emil Nikolaus V. Reznicek was born on May 4, 1860. Though he was originally destined for ajudicial career, his nature (that of a true musician)soon pointed him in the direction of music. As anorchestral conductor and a highly regarded musicteacher he made his mark in a number of cities, including Mannheim and Berlin. As a composer hesprang to f…

Par DE HAAN JACOB. Monterosi is a village in the Italian province of Viterbo in the Lazio region. This work is dedicated to the Accademia Musicale Francigena in Monterosi, on the occasion of the third ‘Tomasso Albani’ a national concert band competition at which the composer is often an adjudicator and guest conductor. It is a solemn piece, with lyrical tendencies, which demonstrates the glorious,…

Glee-esque in nature, this mash-up features the tender and lush 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas' and the rockin' holiday classic, 'Jingle Bell Rock.' Complete with lyrical and rock styles, it's a sure winner for your holiday program. (3:30) / Concert Band

Par PASTORE CARMINE. A Grade 1 rock anthem! It’s a perfect way to keep your beginners motivated while you drill them on that new concept called “eighth notes. ” Lots of repetition of simple eighth note figures will help your young band players enter the fascinating world of the divided beat with ease. This solid minor key rock-type piece will also help to keep your audience attentive by letting th…

Par BROSSE DIRK. With the sound of trumpets and a long drum roll Dirk Brossé takes you to the splendour of the opening ceremony of a bullfight! The rhythm and the use of South American percussion instruments convey a festive atmosphere whilst broad lines and bright colours describe the solemn nature of this event. The imaginary bull is received with great acclaim with the full band playing. Two co…

Arr. Klaas Van Der Woude. Par BARRY JOHN. Along with John Williams, John Barry is probably one of today's greatest composer's of film scores. Dances with Wolves was one of his best with the music reflecting the truly panoramic nature of this Kevin Costner epic. / Niveau : 4 / TV, Film, Comédie musicale / Recueil / Concert Band ou Harmonie

While Shadowlands is a fictional place, the title evokes thoughts of a mysterious and forbidding land where dark and fearsome creatures reside. The tonal character of this piece is meant to reflect the strange and macabre nature of this imaginary realm that could only exist in a grim, dreamlike world. (2:20) / Concert Band

Par COURT DOUGLAS. Watching a storm approaching is always an exciting experience. The power and majesty of the wind and rain as they surge through the trees and sweep across the land is an amazing sight and a reminder of the power of nature. An eerie calm happens after the storm that causes us to reflect on the nobility and power of this event. The music seeks to portray both the power and the nob…

Par CURNOW JAMES. Après avoir passé une journée à la foire, au musée et au cirque, James Curnow vous invite à flâner au zoo, un monde fascinant, drôle et impressionnant. A Day at the Zoo (“Une journée au zoo”) est une véritable expédition zoologique en musique. Le monde animalier n’aura plus de secret pour vous. Une pièce plus vraie que nature. / Niveau : 2.5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / C…

Par CURNOW JAMES. Inspired by the poetry of Henry David Thoreau and Japanese poet Matsuo Basho, this symphonic poem in three movements for winds brings Eastern and Western cultures together, meeting on the common thread of Thoreau's and Matsuo's love of nature. Eastern and Western musical elements are layered throughout, making for a unique effect. / Niveau : 6 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire /…