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SKU: PR.115402080
ISBN 9781491102244. UPC: 680160597376. 9 x 12 inches.
Commissioned by and dedicated to the Mid-American Conference Band Directors Association,Wind was premiered by the Bowling Green Wind Symphony. The Chinese character pronouncedfeng can mean wind, or the winds and can also mean view, folk songs, style, and manner. Chen Yi usesa Western wind ensemble to sound the Eastern feeling of the winds in the work, which consistsof two movements: Introduction and Rondo.Wind for wind ensemble is premiered by the Bowling Green Wind Symphony, conducted by Prof. Bruce Moss, at the 31st Annual New Music Festival on Oct. 23, 2010, at the Bowling Green State University in OH. “Wind”, or “the winds” means “view, folk songs, style and manner” in Chinese. I used a western wind ensemble to sound the eastern feeling of the winds in my piece. Wind consists of two movements: Introduction and Rondo.—Chen Yi.
SKU: HL.50510113
ISBN 9790080131459. UPC: 073999274882. 9.0x12.0x0.205 inches. Frigyes Hidas.
Frigyes Hidas (1928-2007) was the most prolific Hungarian composer for wind ensembles, and his works are the most often performed. His worldwide popularity is based on works such as Balettzene (Ballet music), Vidam zene (Cheerful music), El nem tancolt balett (Undanced ballet), Requiem and Save the Sea. His folk song suites, which are enormously popular in his homeland, are fine examples of Hidas' mature style in the genre of folk song arrangements. The first suite works up nine folk songs of differing character and atmosphere, while the second, with its recurrent structure, makes use of five melodies, creating a modern harmonic environment around them and thereby highlighting even more the beauty of the melodies. To perform these works effectively, ample technique is required, as well as an ability to shape the music freely. Highly recommended for ensembles with an interest in Hungarian wind music and folklore.
SKU: PR.11540208L
UPC: 680160632916. 11 x 17 inches.
Wind for wind ensemble is premiered by the Bowling Green Wind Symphony, conducted by Prof. Bruce Moss, at the 31st Annual New Music Festival on Oct. 23, 2010, at the Bowling Green State University in OH. Wind, or the winds means view, folk songs, style and manner in Chinese. I used a western wind ensemble to sound the eastern feeling of the winds in my piece. Wind consists of two movements: Introduction and Rondo. --Chen Yi.
SKU: CL.012-4484-75
This suite was written and intended as a homage and stepping stone to the great band works of Holst, Grainger & Vaughan Williams. The three movements are based on traditional English folk tunes which include settings of sea songs, a ballad, and variations on an old whimsical children's song. Written somewhat in the style of the above-mentioned masters, this suite is accessible to younger bands yet appropriate for more advanced ensembles. Destined to be a band classic!
SKU: BT.EMBZ13147
9x12 inches.
Frigyes Hidas (1928-2007) was the most prolific Hungarian composer for wind ensembles, and his works are the most often performed. His extremely popular folk song suites are the finest examples of Hidas's mature style. Few composers are capable of tackling folk song arrangement in a worthy manner. Bartók himself had the following to say about the challenges with which this genre confronted the 20th-century composer: 'Knowing how to deal with folk melodies is one of the most difficult tasks. I venture to claim that it is as difficult as, if not more difficult than, writing a large-scale original work This much is certain: for folk song arrangement the appropriateinspiration is just as essential as for the writing of any other kind of work.' The second suite with its recurrent structure makes use of five folk songs in a modern harmonic environment that highlights even more the beauty of the melodies. (Hungaroton HCD 31612).
SKU: BT.EMBZ13147SET
Frigyes Hidas (1928-2007) was the most prolific Hungarian composer for wind ensembles, and his works are the most often performed. His extremely popular folk song suites are the finest examples of Hidas's mature style. Few composers are capable of tackling folk song arrangement in a worthy manner. Bartók himself had the following to say about the challenges with which this genre confronted the 20th-century composer: 'Knowing how to deal with folk melodies is one of the most difficult tasks. I venture to claim that it is as difficult as, if not more difficult than, writing a large-scale original work This much is certain: for folk song arrangement the appropriateinspiration is just as essential as for the writing of any other kind of work.' The second suite with its recurrent structure makes use of five folk songs in a modern harmonic environment that highlights even more the beauty of the melodies.
SKU: BT.EMBZ13145
Frigyes Hidas was the most prolific Hungarian composer for wind ensembles and his works are the most often performed. His extremely popular folk song suites are the finest examples of Hidas's mature style.Few composers are capable of tackling folk song arrangement in a worthy manner. Bartók himself had the following to say about the challenges with which this genre confronted the 20th-century composer: 'Knowing how to deal with folk melodies is one of the most difficult tasks. I venture to claim that it is as difficult as, if not more dif- ficult than, writing a large-scale original work This much is certain: for folk song arrangement the appropriate inspiration is just asessential as for the writing of any other kind of work.'The first suite works up nine folk songs of differing character and atmosphere. To perform them a brilliant technique is required, and an ability to shape the music freely. (Hungaroton HCD 31612).
SKU: HL.50490256
ISBN 9790080147054. UPC: 884088531652. 9.0x12.0x0.125 inches. Antal Farkas; Tamas Antal Farkas.
This reworked edition of the Folksong Suite by Antal Farkas will help to widen the repertoire of youth ensembles and adult amateur orchestras. The composer's son, Tamas Farkas has supplemented the score of the work, adding symphonic wind ensemble parts, and has in a number of places reworked it slightly in accordance with present-day requirements. 'I recommend this work to any orchestra active anywhere in the world. The piece provides an enjoyable experience, helps in correcting faulty intonation, in interpreting various musical styles, in fostering a homogeneous sound, in developing technique and ensemble playing, and it is certain of a favourable response from audiences. I hope every musician will find pleasure in it!' (Jozsef Csikota, president of the East European section of the World Association for Symphonic Bands and Ensembles.)3 fl1, 3 fl2, (ob1), (ob2), (cor i), (2 fg), 3 cl1 Bb, 3 cl2 Bb, 3 cl3 Bb, (cl a Eb), (2 cl b Bb), 2 sax a1 Eb, 2 sax a2 Eb, (2 sax t Bb), (sax bar Eb) - 2 crnt1 Bb, 2 crnt2 Bb, 2 tr1 Bb, 2 tr2 Bb, cor1, cor2, cor3, cor4, 2 trb1, 2 trb2, trb b, 2 euf1/flic t Bb, 2 euf2/flic t Bb, 2 tb1, 2 tb2 - 3 perc (trgl, tamb b, tamb mil, ptti, gr c).
SKU: AP.37791
UPC: 038081434179. English. Traditional.
The Appalachian folk carol, Jesus, Jesus, Rest Your Head, was collected by folk musicologist (and the composer of the tune, I Wonder as I Wander), John Jacob Niles, in the early Twentieth Century. This hauntingly beautiful arrangement of the tune explores the Nativity with peaceful reverence and mysterious wonder. Watson's writing includes expressive tempo changes, lush scoring for full band, transparent episodes for woodwinds, and delicate percussion writing, offering bands ample opportunity for performing with musical beauty and eloquence. (3:50).
SKU: AP.BDM05032
UPC: 654979093077. English. Traditional.
A medley of cherished folk songs including Eriskay Love Lilt, Skye Boat Song, and Westerning Home. A number of soloistic passages give lime light to your first-chair performers, however, all solos are generously cued throughout the winds. Scottish Folk Fantasy features three diverse folk medleys scored into a contemporary setting. (2:39).
