Call of the Clans (“L’appel des clans”) est un voyage musical à travers les Highlands (Hautes-Terres) d’Écosse une région de montagnes aux contours déchiquetés de collines verdoyantes de lacs aux eaux cristallines de châteaux en ruines et de villages pittoresques jadis organisés en clans. Chaque clan peut s’enorgueillir de posséder un patrimoine riche en traditions conquis et défendu par le fer et par le feu. C’est ainsi que les superbes Highlands devinrent le théâtre de nombreuses guerres et luttes entre clans. Call of the Clans de Kevin Houben est une confrontation musicale dans un style authentiquement écossais. Accompagnés d’une mélodie entraînante lesclans se préparent à défendre leurs traditions sous un ciel menaçant. Si les nuages gâchent un peu le début des festivités on voit progressivement apparaître quelques timides rayons de soleil qui réchauffent la terre ; les festivités reprennent. Chaque clan présente ses meilleurs danseurs et la compétition se termine avec un grand finale.

for Bb or Eb Saxophone and Piano-A delightful short piece with contrasting sections suitable for the intermediate level saxophonist.

Every one of us has a place - or maybe more than one place -where we can hide away and dream. It is the place where you canwithdraw into yourself undisturbed and can muse on whateveris on your mind. Where Dreams Have No End a composition byJohan Nijs takes both listener and performer out of day-to-dayreality to the ‘land of dreams’ where the only limit to what happensis your own imagination. Live your dream with this compelling newconcert item.

The group Teach-In from the Netherlands won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1975 with the song Ding-a-Dong. It was the fourth time that a Dutch entry had won the prestigious festival but since then no Dutch artist has even come near first place again. The original Ding-a-Dong was performed in keeping with tradition with the accompaniment of a large orchestra. This sparkling arrangement of the catchy song provides a cheerful note in every concert. The melody will certainly stay in the audience’s memory long after the performance.

Marmalade for Clarinets is a breezy solo piece from the pen of Wim Laseroms featuring the clarinet section and concert band. With this fresh and spirited composition the soloists can show off their skills and - together with the band - splendidly entertain the audience!

In 432 St. Patrick traveled from Scotland to Ireland and within a few years he succeeded in converting the entire Irish population to Christianity. The bishop died on 17th March 461 and in Ireland as a tribute to this remarkable bishop this date became a national holiday called St. Patrick’s Day. St. Patrick’s Day symbolized by the shamrock is one big party with traditional Irish dancing parades with highly decorated floats hundreds of concerts and all kinds of colorful characters on the streets. Bring a touch of Irish magic to any concert with this lively composition.

paso doble- Delicia has all the ingredients for an authentic paso doble. The trademark presence of both major and minor keys and flowing often melancholic melody lines in descant and tenor that build to a majestic conclusion serve to emphasize the character and guarantee an atmospheric musical experience.

After a long winter and a rainy spring it’s that much lovelier when at last the summer appears! This sunny composition by Johan Nijs in a Caribbean style awakens thoughts of summer parties out in the open and above all creates a great mood! Whether at an open-air concert or indeed indoors no one will be able to sit still with this snappy piece!

Following an inspirational trip to the Italian province of Como André Waignein composed A Triple Suite to capture the true beauty of this region. Waignein used three musical settings to depict Como. The first portrays the discovery of the lake and the picturesque villages around it. The second is a dreamy observation of the boats moving peacefully across the lake and the third depicts the energy of the town as locals and tourists mingle soaking up the friendly Italian atmosphere. Treat your audience to a delightful journey to Italy!

for Alto Saxophone and Concert Band-Paul Gilson’s Premier Concerto from 1902 is one of the first compositions for saxophone. The Belgian composer used all the typical characteristics of the instrument such as its powerful tone suppleness virtuosity and warm sound. Tom de Haeshas created a reconstruction based on the partly missing original version for concert band the piano score and the version for symphony orchestra.

We find ourselves initially at the court of King Nobel where all the animals have arrived for a court hearing. Reynard the Fox has plenty to answer for but he seems determined to avoid his punishment... Kevin Houben chose this fable as the theme for his programmatic work in which the musical setting of the fox forms the main theme. But King Nobel Braun the bear Murner the cat and Grimbart the badger also take a musical turn. About Reynard the Fox promises excitement and adventure right to the last note!

Rhapsody is not a programmatic work but one that spontaneously turns into a natural musical journey. André Waignein showcases and explores both the technical prowess and the expressive nature of the saxophone. The three movements take the soloist from a virtuosic arabesque to a lyrical and expressive theme before jumping back into a lively tarantella. Rhapsody for alto saxophone concludes with one final majestic breathtaking flourish.Grade of difficulty for the soloist: 6

after Gregorio Allegri's Miserere-In The Lost Labyrinth Kevin Houben portrays the persistent search for an ancient Egyptian mortuary temple. In this work the theme from Gregorio Allegri’s moving Miserere becomes a leitmotif for the archeologists’ quest and given acontemporary transformation brings the Ancient and Modern together.

for Tuba and Piano-When Tantalus a figure from Greek mythology invited the gods to a banquet he served them his son Pelops whom he had cut into pieces. He did so to test whether his guests were omniscient. As a punishment Zeus sent Tantalus to Tartarus the deepest part of the underworld to suffer everlasting torture. The term ‘torment of Tantalus' refers to this predicament representing things much desired but that are out of reach. Kevin Houben used the story of Tantalus as inspiration for this composition.

March of the Marmots describes the comical creatures that emerge from their winter slumber at _x001F_first soft and hesitant then stridently march from their burrows into the sunlight. This piece is a nice challenge for any ensemble as every part is equally fun and educational. Enjoy!

Concert suite from the musical Gelmel het land van mijn dromen- A Viking’s Tale tells the story of Gelmel the watchman of a Northern king. It is a suite distilled from Kevin Houben’s large musical spectacle Gelmel containing the most beautiful themes and interesting passages. As in all legends andfairytales various elements including war love princesses and fortresses occur. Beautifully orchestrated for a medium sized band. Let the tale begin!

paso doble- Delicia has all the ingredients for an authentic paso doble. The trademark presence of both major and minor keys and flowing often melancholic melody lines in descant and tenor that build to a majestic conclusion serve to emphasize the character and guarantee an atmospheric musical experience.

for Horn and Piano-When Tantalus a figure from Greek mythology invited the gods to a banquet he served them his son Pelops whom he had cut into pieces. He did so to test whether his guests were omniscient. As a punishment Zeus sent Tantalus to Tartarus the deepest part of the underworld to suffer everlasting torture. The term ‘torment of Tantalus' refers to this predicament representing things much desired but that are out of reach. Kevin Houben used the story of Tantalus as inspiration for this composition.

Dans DOGON Kevin Houben nous séduit par un voyage vers les pentes abruptes de la vallée Dogon en Afrique de l’Ouest. Le peuple Dogon considère la vallée à la fois comme une menace et comme une promesse pour lavenir une dualité exprimée par deslignes mélodiques sombres. Après de mystérieux accords émerge un passage plus tempéré. Enfin trois solistes se font entendre (au cor à la trompette et au saxophone soprano) ils apportent une conclusion colorée et vivifiante rappelant lesspectaculaires danses masquées des Dogons.

Hippo Hop is a fun piece for young and old alike. Hippo the hippopotamus is in the mood for a dance but can he actually do it? “The proof of the pudding is in the eating!” he says to himself as he strides over the African plains. The other animals look on admiringly as Hippo tries a little jump: hip hop… It’s going so well! A stirring melody line is played throughout the entire concert band with every part playable yet challenging.