This suite consists of 3 parts which each describe important places in Norway.�Rjukan� is famous for its hydroelectric power station and is also a popular weekend retreat for Norwegians.In �Bryggen� the composer describes the cold and chilly wind that blows along this old harbour quay in Bergen a city which has been the victim of numerous disasters.�Slottet� is the musical reflection of the Royal Palace in Oslo and the hustle and bustle of the nearby shopping precinct.

�Verdammt ich lieb� dich� and �Ich bin wie du� are indispensable to make your party a success. This particular song put German pop culture in the spotlight in the 90s. It�s a great sing-along and will boost the party atmosphere at your concerts. It�s also easy to play for any group

The Electric Light Orchestra were immensely popular in the 70s and the band had a number of hits including this Mr. Blue Sky. This world hit has been arranged in a transparent manner by Jan Rypens and can be played by all orchestras with a touch of flower power nostalgia.

This film dating back to 1987 by star director Brian De Palma is equally famous as the cast that plays in it. Sean Connery Kevin Costner and Robert De Niro are just a few of the names that gave this film its cult status. Ennio Morricone an icon of the movieindustry wrote the music and Willy Fransen has now made a spectacular and original arrangement which remains true to theoriginal. He selected the strongest themes and chose a colourful but compact instrumentation. Get ready for the movie experience!

Heindonk ('heather in the marshland') a small Flemish village of a mere 600 inhabitants is situated where the rivers Dijle and Nete meet.The title of the work is from the Latin 'Vallis Pacis' (valley of peace) and this is also the name of a convent which was founded in the 15th century by the canonesses of Saint Augustine.In this work which was commissioned by the brass band of Heindonk Iever maakt Vooruitgang the duality of themes is central.1. The name Heindonk is the composition of “Hei” (heather) and “Donk” (marshland).2. The village is situated where two rivers converge.3. It has in former times been the victim of two natural disasters.The first disaster struck in 1549:Heindonk was hit by heavy storms and floods.The small village was struck by a second destructive disaster only a few years later. This is when the convent was flooded so badly that the sisters were trapped for months in their convent and could only leave by boat. In addition the entire harvest all the hay and straw were destroyed and the financial problems accumulated to such an extent that the sisters were forced to leave the convent in 1552.This composition is based on these two main themes that are intricately woven throughout the entire piece.These themes were composed in minor key in order to emphasize the dramatic events that occurred.The piece begins with the introduction of the first dramatic theme. A slow introduction with the melody in euphoniums is a prologue which is subsequently played by the whole orchestra. The first main theme integrates into the whole (bar 39).The second dramatic theme is presented from bar 68.A timid and rhythmical allegro depicts the stormy events programmatically and is followed by an optimistic intermezzo in major which symbolises hope.Following a number of variants on the two main melodies in major the theme of the prologue can be heard for the last time in a grandiose finale.

This suite consists of 3 parts which each describe important places in Norway.“Rjukan” is famous for its hydroelectric power station and is also a popular weekend retreat for Norwegians.In “Bryggen” the composer describes the cold and chilly wind that blows along this old harbour quay in Bergen a city which has been the victim of numerous disasters.“Slottet” is the musical reflection of the Royal Palace in Oslo and the hustle and bustle of the nearby shopping precinct.

Aram Iljitsj Khatchaturian an Armenian by nationality was born 1903 in Tiflis into the family of a book-binder. He began his musical education in Moscow in 1922 at the Gnessin Music School where his composition master was Mikhail Gnessin and completed it at the Moscow Conservatoire where he was a pupil of Nikolai Miaskovsky the famous Sovjet composer and pedagogue. Khatchaturian is the author of two symphonies three concertos (for piano for violin and for cello) the music for three ballets (Happiness Gayane Spartacus) and many chamber instrumental and vocal compositions. His latest work � the ballet Spartacus � has won in 1959 the Lenin Prize atthat time the highest honour.N. Volkov�s libretto for the ballet �Spartacus� is based on actual historical events � the great uprising of the slaves in Rome in 74 � 71 B.C. under the leadership of Spartacus. In spite of its historical subject �Spartacus� is essentially modern. Khatchaturian wrote : �I think that the heroic personality of Spartacus is in many aspects close to the struggle the oppressed colonial peoples of today are waging for their rights�.�Spartacus� is made out of three suites. Each of the suites is an independent work complete by itself and possessing its own logic of development.

This spectacular three-part concerto (Contrasti Romanza and Fugato) for euphonium and grand brass-band orchestra by Bert Appermont was composed upon request by the Swiss euphonium virtuoso Ueli Kipfer who created it in November 2004 with the Schweizer Armee Spiel conducted by Jan Cober. The composer was inspired more by its mood than the analysis of works by Mahler and Rachmaninov. This concerto which is quite demanding for the soloist and a challenge for the orchestra is probably one of the most innovative works by Bert Appermont to date. The composer also wrote an easier version of the solo part. More information can be found on our website.

This refreshing composition in samba style is ideal for giving young people the chance to play music which is educational but also fun. It can be performed by any instrument group and guarantees your audience will swing to the beat!

Nena recently made her comeback after she became an overnight success several years ago with her pop song �99 Luftballons�. This unforgettable hit from the German �New Wave� period provides an ideal change of mood in your program and it is also very easy to play for any group.

Heindonk ('heather in the marshland') a small Flemish village of a mere 600 inhabitants is situated where the rivers Dijle and Nete meet.The title of the work is from the Latin 'Vallis Pacis' (valley of peace) and this is also the name of a convent which was founded in the 15th century by the canonesses of Saint Augustine.In this work which was commissioned by the brass band of Heindonk Iever maakt Vooruitgang the duality of themes is central.1. The name Heindonk is the composition of �Hei� (heather) and �Donk� (marshland).2. The village is situated where two rivers converge.3. It has in former times been the victim of two natural disasters.Thefirst disaster struck in 1549: Heindonk was hit by heavy storms and floods.The small village was struck by a second destructive disaster only a few years later. This is when the convent was flooded so badly that the sisters were trapped for months in their convent and could only leave by boat. In addition the entire harvest all the hay and straw were destroyed and the financial problems accumulated to such an extent that the sisters were forced to leave the convent in 1552.This composition is based on these two main themes that are intricately woven throughout the entire piece.These themes were composed in minor key in order to emphasize the dramatic events that occurred.The piece begins with the introduction of the first dramatic theme. A slow introduction with the melody in euphoniums is a prologue which is subsequently played by the whole orchestra. The first main theme integrates into the whole (bar 39).The second dramatic theme is presented from bar 68.A timid and rhythmical allegro depicts the stormy events programmatically and is followed by an optimistic intermezzo in major which symbolises hope.Following a number of variants on the two main melodies in major the theme of the prologue can be heard for the last time in a grandiose finale.

Sven Van Calster composed this work after he visited this city in the Czech Republic. A solemn fanfare is followed by a brilliant allegro with a heavy beat. A slow section in ballade style precedes a reprise of the introduction and then an extravagant finale follows. This is an ideal piece for a concert or a competition.

Billy Joel (1949) was determined to become a pop star after he had experienced a performance of The Beatles who were extremely popular when he was young. He played in several bands before his breakthrough and then the hits just kept coming. This medley includes Piano Man She’s Always a Woman Just the Way You Are Honesty The Longest Time and Tell Here About It.

as performed by Sergio Mendes-This 1974 monster hit by the band MUD was the most frequently played Christmas song ever for quite some time. Pure melancholy and a great sing-along.

This pleasant and light arrangement for flute and orchestra (in the fanfare version with soprano saxophone) is an original way to put your soloist in the spotlight. The attractive selection of instruments and reduced level of difficulty of this piece make it an ideal filler for your concerts.

This pleasant and light work by Bald Wyntin is the perfect intermezzo for your concert. The broad instrumentation means it can be played easily by every orchestra and the entire piece sounds extremely full.

as performed by J. Geils Band-Following his arrangement of �4 Lyriske Stykker� Jan Rypens selected four pieces from Edvard Grieg�s piano repertoire. These pieces can be played as an ensemble or individually. These parts are ideal for intermezzos in your concert programme or for warming up.

This calm chorale provides an atmospheric introduction for your concert or can be used to warm up for a competition. The two themes which are related to each other gradually move from one group of instruments to the next ultimately leading to a majestic finale before falling away slowly to end in an introvert conclusion.

For this work the composer found inspiration in the magnificent orchestral ballads of pop stars such as Marco Borsato Celine Dion and Laura Fabian. The instrumentation permits the moving melodies of Ballata Per Te to be played by nearly every orchestra. A selection of minor and major scales are used.

Ekato which is Greek for 100 was commissioned by the Royal Brass band �De Strijders� from the town of Oosterwijk-Werstelo (Belgium) on the occasion of their 100th anniversary in 2006. The piece was composed during the composer�s visit to the island of Kos (the island where Hippocrates lived) in Greece.The beginning of the work depicts the calmness of the countryside and the pleasant bustle of the port. The slow passage paints the wonderful landscapes and the beaches and is followed by a festive finale in which the composer depicts the Castle of the Knights of St John.