Musikantenmarsch-Part 1 Fl Ob Kl B/Es S-Sax Trp Part 2 Fl Cor Ang Kl B Alt-Kl A-Sax Trp Hrn Part 3 Kl B Alt-Kl T-Sax Fg Hrn Pos Euph Part 4 B-Kl B-Sax Fg Pos B-Pos Euph Tuba Kb E-Bass

The idea behind The Groove Makers is that all musicians regardless of training or musical taste can play together if they all keep the same ‘groove.’ This inspired Peter Kleine Schaars to write a piece everyone would enjoy and to give the concert band a trendy ‘groove’ that the audience can really connect with.

Ostinati was written as a commission from Senzoku Gakuen one of the most renowned conservatories in Japan. Jan Van der Roost has imbued it with such a broad palette of ensemble colours that it puts the entire range of instruments of theorchestra in the spotlight. The ostinato element which characterizes each of the three movements in this work is sure to catch the ear of any audience.

Dances & Sonnets is a piece by Jacob de Haan inspired by the dance and poetry of the 19th Century Europe. Lively instrumental dances alternate with spoken sonnets that are recited by one or more readers accompanied by quiet solemn music to provide contrast. De Haan has compiled a list of suggested poems to be read but other poems may be selected that better fit the occasion. Dances & Sonnets is a dramatic and truly special piece!

Flight into a Hopeful Future-This opening piece by Japanese composer Satoshi Yagisawa expresses joy gratitude hope and courage. The three sections are performed without interruption. We hear ‘Joy’ in the brilliant introduction ‘Gratitude’ in the chorale-like middle section and ‘Courage and Hope’ in the closing section. A fantastic new addition to the Grade 4 repertoire for Concert Band.

Based on Mohrentanz (La Mourisque) by Tylman Susato-Tylman Susato (circa 1500-1561) was one of the worlds first music publishers and seller of musical instruments. He left behind several collections containing arrangements of Dutch songs and dance and also published several of his own works. Three of these published in 1551 were called Musyck Boexken or music book. Almost 500 years later Jan de Haan has used one of these melodies Mohrentanz for this theme with three variations.

Based on Mohrentanz (La Mourisque) by Tylman Susato-Tylman Susato (circa 1500-1561) was one of the worlds first music publishers and seller of musical instruments. He left behind several collections containing arrangements of Dutch songs and dance and also published several of his own works. Three of these published in 1551 were called Musyck Boexken or music book. Almost 500 years later Jan de Haan has used one of these melodies Mohrentanz for this theme with three variations.

This three-movement work is a tribute to French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi. The first movement depicts what is without a doubt Bartholdi’s most famous sculpture the Statue of Liberty in New York which also gives this piece its name. Next listeners get to experience the trumpeting angels which can be seen atop the First Baptist Church in Boston. The final movement takes listeners to France to view the Lion of Belfort in France.

Viennese Women (Overture to the Operetta)-The Austro-Hungarian composer and conductor Franz Lehár is mainly known for his operettas. Wiener Frauen (Viennese Women) from 1902 is one of the first operettas that Lehár wrote. The overture has quality sounds joyful is very catchy and at times thrilling! This will surely be a favourite with all audiences.

for Recorder Ensemble-Based on famous themes by Antonio Vivaldi Ludwig van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with a unique twist!

Cette pièce d’ouverture développe une énergie spectaculaire pour séduire le public par un jeu grandiose à tous les pupitres. Après une introduction formée d’accords épicés joués par les trompettes et trombones deux thèmes mélodiques sont exposés puis étoffés au fur et à mesure que progresse cette œuvre courte mais puissante.

The idea behind The Groove Makers is that all musicians regardless of training or musical taste can play together if they all keep the same ‘groove.’ This inspired Peter Kleine Schaars to write a piece everyone would enjoy and to give the concert band a trendy ‘groove’ that the audience can really connect with.

The Resounding Passionate Heartbeat-This piece was commissioned by Japan Ground Self Defense Force Western Army Band. In the programme note for the première the composer wrote: “I am always impressed by the expansive earth and sparkling ocean scenery when I come to Kyushu. I have met many local people here and they are all expressive and energetic. I wrote this dramatic piece to convey to the whole of Japan the memory of my experience here swaying in the west wind. I wrote this hoping that the Self Defense Force will forge closer ties with the community through this piece.” Eastern drama felt in the west wind!

Variable wind quartet (with choir ad lib.)-Available parts: Part 1 Fl Ob Kl B/Es S-Sax Trp Part 2 Fl Cor Ang Kl B Alt-Kl A-Sax Trp Hrn Part 3 Alt-Kl T-Sax Fg Hrn Pos Euph Part 4 B-Kl B-Sax Fg Pos Euph Tuba Kb Opt. Timp Perc Mallets Choir (optional) Choir parts available separately Order number: DHP 1033482-050

This famous hymn by Sebastian Temple was arranged for the British classical crossover quartet All Angels and adapts beautifully for four part upper voice choirs! With glorious soaring phrases and heartfelt emotion your singerswill love to perform this lovely setting.

Based on Mohrentanz (La Mourisque) by Tylman Susato-Tylman Susato (circa 1500-1561) was one of the worlds first music publishers and seller of musical instruments. He left behind several collections containing arrangements of Dutch songs and dance and also published several of his own works. Three of these published in 1551 were called Musyck Boexken or music book. Almost 500 years later Jan de Haan has used one of these melodies Mohrentanz for this theme with three variations.

Concert March-Klaas van der Woude has based his arrangement An Old Swedish Hymn on an old pastoral hymn from Dalarna. This beautiful melody even attracted ABBA as they used it as the opening music for some of their concerts. Van der Woude’s arrangement is in classical style making it suitable for any occasion.

Anton Karas grew up in a modest household in Vienna and became a self taught zither vituoso. He wrote the legendary Harry Lime Theme for the 1949 British film noir The Third Man . The melody became so popular many people began calling The Third Man “The Zither Movie”! Toshio Mashima carefully turns this typically Viennese melody into a creative piece for concert band.

La suite orchestrale Les Planètes de Gustav Holst est considérée comme l’une des œuvres classiques du XXe siècle dont la palette sonore est la plus complète. Jupiter Hymn de Robert van Beringen est basé sur le quatrième mouvement de la suite consacré à Jupiter celui qui apporte la Gaîté .

Collection of English Choral Classics-Five classics from three compositional masters in the English choral tradition make this a useful and valued collection for mixed choruses in schools colleges and communities. Includes; My Soul There Is a Country Far Beyondthe Stars (C.H.H. Parry) There Is an Old Belief (C.H.H. Parry) Justorum Animae (Charles Villiers Stanford) The Blue Bird (Charles Villiers Stanford) They Are at Rest (Edward Elgar). Five classics from three compositional masters in the English choral tradition make this a useful and valued collection for mixed choruses in schools colleges and communities. Includes; My Soul There Is a Country Far Beyond the Stars (C.H.H. Parry) There Is an Old Belief (C.H.H. Parry) Justorum Animae (Charles Villiers Stanford) The Blue Bird (Charles Villiers Stanford) They Are at Rest (Edward Elgar).