Description The Piano Solos series features original performance repertoire from 14 different composers. These inviting compositions provide ample reinforcement of skills and concepts learned in the corresponding-level Piano Lessons books. The outstanding variety of musical styles makes every solo an important piece in its own right - exciting to both performer and listener. Fully orchestrate…

Par GALANTE ROSSANO. This exciting work from Rossano Galante takes us on a musical journey through the eyes of a fearless feline, the jaguar. The composer uses a driving ostinato under a dark, melodic theme to portray the stealth, precision and speed of this amazing creature. A dynamic piece for mature bands. / Date parution : 2022-05-17/ Répertoire / Concert Band

Written especially for the Red. of the Statue of. Par WILLIAMS JOHN. Liberty Fanfare follows the successful pattern that John Williams has made his own in a series of ceremonial fanfares. The grandeur and energy that are heard in this exciting short work form a juxtaposition and eventual combination of lively fanfare figures together with a broader theme. It?s concise form and simple directness ma…

Par CURNOW JAMES. What an excellent way to lift your beginning band up to a higher level of musicianship! This outstanding new work for the beginning band is perfect for that first festival experience or for any concert venue. With accents, staccato, and lots of dynamic and stylistic contrasts there is much to teach in this piece, and yet it remains accessible to the last exciting note. Be sure to…

This exciting ensemble is named after a beach in Cuba and it captures the essence of the beautiful music of this island nation. As with all Latin American music, there is a strong beat throughout, giving the melody a pulsating driving sound. A fantastic concert item.

Par DUNPHY MELISSA. Melissa Dunphy is an original and exciting composer living in the USA, though of Australian background. Her piece Halcyon Days, written to a new text from her regular collaborator poet Jacqueline Goldfinger, creates a period of calm during winter storms where we reflect on what we have lost but rise up to face the new year with joy and grace. Written for SATB unaccompanied choi…

Par POULENC FRANCIS. Poulenc 's song cycle, Chansons Gaillardes was composed in 1925-1926 during the post-war euphoria. The cycle is essential to aspiring, advanced Baritones. Francis Poulenc (1899-1963) was a highly prolific composer, and remains popular to this day. Chansons Gaillardes was composed towards the beginning of the composer's career for Baritone Pierre Bernac. At the first performanc…