SKU: CF.PPS60F
ISBN 9781491163825. UPC: 680160922611.
An ancient world calls… Spirit of the Warrior explores both the beauty and the power of a forgotten civilization; man’s mighty force amidst nature’s gentle majesty. It is dedicated to all soldiers and warriors, past and present, who give their all to protect home and nation. The warrior shows courage in the face of danger, and loyalty to a cause beyond self-interest. The warrior sees life’s fragile beauty with eyes few others can understand. Long after warriors fall in battle, their spirit lives on in the people and lands they have protected.  Using only the first six notes of the concert Bb scale, Spirit of the Warrior begins boldly. Separated notes in the low brass and winds represent the warrior’s power. Nature’s inspiring beauty is represented by the high woodwinds and bells, which play in counterpoint to the lower instruments.  Fully separate the staccatos, and shape the accents throughout to help the music feel powerful without being overly heavy or loud. At m. 29, be sure that the countermelody played by the clarinets and alto saxophone can be clearly heard.If you have additional percussionists, consider doubling the snare drum part on a low tom-tom. Experiment with the gong to find the sound you prefer: strike closer to the edge for a brash “crash†sound, or closer to the center for a more mysterious tone. The piece ends with the sound of the sustaining gong . Enjoy the drama and let the sound fade without (much) dampening.  .
SKU: CA.3721919
ISBN 9790007214821. Text language: German.
Homilius is known for having always searched for new forms in order to avoid any schematic pattern. Thus, one looks in vain in the present cantata for arias. The opening choir is introduced by two choral groups: One calls to take up the fight against the devil, while the other fearfully hesitates and finally, in the chorale Jesus Christus, wohn uns bei agrees to join in. Following each of the three stanzas of the embellished chorale, in a recitative the hesitant one is given courage before he also takes up arms, in a confident final chorus. Score and parts available separately - see item CA.3721900.
SKU: GI.G-10369
ISBN 9781622775392.
With an Annotated Bibliography of Works by Underrepresented Composers  Contributors: Jodie Blackshaw, Erik Kar Jun Leung, Alex Shapiro, Courtney Snyder, Robert Taylor, Alfred L. Watkins At a time when the calls for diversity, equity, and inclusion are stronger and more important than ever, The Horizon Leans Forward . . . amplifies the talent and voices of the many underrepresented communities in the wind band field. Compiled by Erik Kar Jun Leung, and with contributions from a diverse team of distinguished wind band professionals, this book shares the profound insights and firsthand experiences of people of color, women, and LGBTQIA2S+ individuals working in the wind band field. Central to this text is the annotated bibliography showcasing more than 200 gifted composers from underrepresented communities along with more than 400 of their best works for wind band, Grades I–VI. Each entry offers a brief biography of the composer as well as pertinent publication information and descriptions of each work. Chapters address such topics as: Racism and the Black experience in America and band music The intersection of Asian culture and a career in music The experiences and insights of esteemed female band directors Queer identity and visibility in the wind band Encouragement, wisdom, and advice for empowering women in music Unique approaches to programming diverse works by diverse composers This significant volume takes an honest look at the past and present state of the wind band profession and lays out a bold and promising vision for the future, one in which there is an equitable and universal representation of all people in all areas of the field. A native of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Erik Kar Jun Leung is Director of Bands at Oregon State University (OSU), where he guides all aspects of the band program, conducts the OSU Wind Ensemble, and teaches instrumental conducting. Leung holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in wind conducting from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois.
SKU: CA.3721949
ISBN 9790007214838. Text language: German.
Homilius is known for having always searched for new forms in order to avoid any schematic pattern. Thus, one looks in vain in the present cantata for arias. The opening choir is introduced by two choral groups: One calls to take up the fight against the devil, while the other fearfully hesitates and finally, in the chorale Jesus Christus, wohn uns bei agrees to join in. Following each of the three stanzas of the embellished chorale, in a recitative the hesitant one is given courage before he also takes up arms, in a confident final chorus. Score and part available separately - see item CA.3721900.
SKU: CA.3721900
ISBN 9790007142629. Text language: German.
Homilius is known for having always searched for new forms in order to avoid any schematic pattern. Thus, one looks in vain in the present cantata for arias. The opening choir is introduced by two choral groups: One calls to take up the fight against the devil, while the other fearfully hesitates and finally, in the chorale Jesus Christus, wohn uns bei agrees to join in. Following each of the three stanzas of the embellished chorale, in a recitative the hesitant one is given courage before he also takes up arms, in a confident final chorus.
SKU: CA.3721903
ISBN 9790007143305. Text language: German.
Homilius is known for having always searched for new forms in order to avoid any schematic pattern. Thus, one looks in vain in the present cantata for arias. The opening choir is introduced by two choral groups: One calls to take up the fight against the devil, while the other fearfully hesitates and finally, in the chorale Jesus Christus, wohn uns bei agrees to join in. Following each of the three stanzas of the embellished chorale, in a recitative the hesitant one is given courage before he also takes up arms, in a confident final chorus. Score available separately - see item CA.3721900.
SKU: CF.PPS60
ISBN 9781491163429. UPC: 680160922215.
SKU: CA.3721909
ISBN 9790007214814. Text language: German.
SKU: CA.3721905
ISBN 9790007214807. Text language: German.
