Roxburgh's stunning, compact sequence of fanfares and interludes displays the composer's deep understanding of wind instruments to provide an ensemble showpiece with a powerful individual voice. A real
This is the first movement of Daniel Basford's Songs and Refrains: Suite for Wind Band. Arkendale is a traditional folk song arranged with sensitivity and insight. Beautiful and evocative, a
Lovers of Gorb's flamboyant band tours-de-force and souffles will be surprised and ravished by this calm, reflective score. Drawing on Cezanne's evocation of the French Alps, the composer employs the subtle
Commissioned by the WASBE Schools Band Network consortium of over 60 enterprising individuals and organizations. For three years New Zealander Christopher Marshall lived in the idyllic surroundings of
The little pieces that form For England, Harry and St. George may be played individually, in pairs, scattered through a programme or, when given complete, may even be played in a different order.
Memorable tunes, robust, colourful scoring and a satisfying structure are the features of this brief and cheerful concert march in the great tradition. Binney's masterly scoring allows directors to combine
One of the three atmospheric little pieces inspired by the magic of historic Pembroke, the pageantry, romance and grandeur of its imposing 12th Century Castle (birthplace of Henry VII) and surrounding
Technically undemanding and offering flexibility of player-strength, this is another of those marvellously inventive Gorb recreations. Here he takes a fresh look at the highly fashionable 17th Century
High jinks and dark deeds in the Caribbean. What really happened on Pythagoras's final cruise? Find out with this racy, thrilling piece, and don't forget the sun-tan cream. Essential repertoire for
A once vibrant, thriving outpost of life off the Atlantic coast of Ireland, the Blasket Islands now stand desolate and deserted. Taylor's memorial to these hardy people draws on authentic folk material of a
"I wanted to explore the more lyrical and tranquil sounds of the Wind Orchestra in this seven and a half minute work which is pitched somewhere between the style of a barcarolle and a Satie
Master Humphrey's Clock was inspired by the weekly periodical produced by Charles Dickens in which appeared a miscellany of short sketches. Malcolm Binney's work was commissioned for the Kent
A striking concert overture displaying Binney's clean, idiomatic scoring, fertile melodic imagination, and ability to engage player and listener alike. A piece to extend the techniques of reasonable players
"...a truly new exploration for the wind band. ...a new soundscape......the resulting texture and control of materials is sheer genius." Winds Magazine. An exercise in restraint, in muted tones, delicate
......"A cold, a moon-struck place" ......"Waves, hooded, raging, thunder, hiding contagious guilt" ......"Still, still the moon pulls the waves" ......"Beside the magnificent, quiet, sinister, terrible
A benchmark for the medium and the hit of the 2004 ICA Clarinet-Fest in Maryland. This kaleidoscopic piece exploits the entire clarinet family in every conceivable colour and mood; lyrical, violent, joyous,
Burlesque for Saxophone Ensemble is a re-scoring by the composer of his original work for Clarinet Choir. It is a kaleidoscopic piece which exploits the entire saxophone family in every conceivable
In November 2014 and January 2015 I visited London, England and whilst there attended services in Westminster Abbey and St Paul’s Cathedral. Like many before me, I was impressed by the ambiance and
Gareth Wood's often dark depiction of the festivals of the Celtic year is powerfully scored to capture the mystery, magic and menace with gripping effect. The sense of atmosphere has enormous and sustained
The chorale that forms the basis of this piece is entirely original but attempts modestly to evoke something of the spirit of the great composers of the Tudor age, at once rich but slightly austere, with an
Written to fulfill a demand for a "fun but substantial three-movement suite to provide plenty of interest for all sections of the band and prove attractive to listeners." Charivari is now 'core
The composer's re-working of his legendary brass score, an atmospheric, dramatic and haunting depiction of the tragedy of Dunwich, the medieval city engulfed by the remorseless forces of nature. "A Concerto
Three movements of symphonic sweep and proportion, reflecting the vigour, courage and rewards of northern life in the industrial revolution. Written with power and finesse. A major concert item.
Written for his former teacher Alan Hacker, this astonishingly profound, challenging score will vastly reward soloists and directors with the enterprise to take on its detailed complexities. Grange is a