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2 Minuets
Zwei Menuette
These two minuets – Bach-Werke-Verzeichnis BWV (Bach-Works-Catalogue) Appendix 114 and 115 - are from the "Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach". Originally they were attributed to Johann...Concert Band
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36.5° C
36,5 Grad Celsius
Muenster (Germany), 36.5° C, the sun is blazing.
I really like my office in the attic; it is always the best atmosphere to compose. In summer, however, my room becomes a little sauna on...Concert Band
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A Sailors Adventure
This little overture is composed in Aeolian minor. As it is the leading tone which is missing here, the work is of a more undecided nature – which often is identical to the behavior of a young...Concert Band
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African Memories
The eXplora composition AFRICAN MEMORIES takes us on a musical dream trip to a country with magnificent vegetation, picturesque scenery and a rich wildlife. A holiday trip inspired the composer...Concert Band
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BEETHOVEN by the Numbers
2020 will mark the 250th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven's birth. Born in Bonn, Beethoven is considered the most performed classical composer in the world. Often described as...Concert Band
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Baba's Reggae Rock
"BABA's REGGAE ROCK" by Kurt Gäble is a unique combination of various musical styles and personal experiences. Reggae has its roots in Jamaica, where it originated in the 1960s. Rock music, on the...Concert Band
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Barcarole & Can Can
One of the funniest composers was the Frenchman with the German name "Offenbach". Jacques (Jakob) Offenbach was born in Cologne in 1819. In 1833 he came to Paris and - although foreign - was accepted...Concert Band
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Beetle Boogie
Apart from a “beetle” the title “Beetle Boogie” could also originate in the famous “Beatles”. This group therefore could consequently be referred to as the “Beetles”. However, the letters “ea”...Concert Band
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Bolero Nocturno
„Bolero Nocturno“ is not a Latin American bolero, commonly used for dancing, but a Spanish bolero in the style of the famous example by Maurice Ravel. This bolero begins quietly and...Concert Band
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Brave Little Tailor
Das tapfere Schneiderlein
eXplora Grade 2+
eXplora Disc 22
With his work BRAVE LITTLE TAILOR, composer Patrick Egge takes us into the fairytale world of the Brothers Grimm. In colorfully composed musical settings, we...Concert Band
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Break of the Code
“Break of the Code” sounds like the score to an adventure movie. The hero goes on a quest for a secret – an old Pharaoh’s tomb. Will he eventually break the code and reveal...Concert Band
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Break-Up!
For this sweeping opening piece in the RUNDEL Series eXplora, Austrian composer Thomas Asanger chose the title “Break-Up”. In the context of the composition, this expression describes the...Concert Band
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Cantus Angelus
The “Chant of Angels” resounds in “Cantus Angelus”. Markus Götz uses one of the most festive Christmas songs: “Gloria in Excelsis Deo”. This song full of...Concert Band
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Christmas Drummer Boy
A famous American Christmas carol tells the story of a little boy who was too poor to bring Jesus a gift. The only thing he could offer was a song on his drum. When the baby Jesus gratefully smiled...Concert Band
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Christmas Spiritual
CHRISTMAS SPIRITUAL is a modern gospel rock selection. The opening tune "Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow" is an original gospel tune as it is sung by large gospel choirs in the United States....Concert Band
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Cinderella
Das Aschenbrödel
Kees Vlak created a cute little musical fairytale, the theme and variations are based on the magical story of "Cinderella". After her father's death, the lovely girl is tormented by her...Concert Band
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Circus Fantasia
Come in! Clear the ring – the game begins. 1. The Ringmaster - 2. Charivari - 3. The Trapeze - 4. Clowns - 5. Hungarian Horsemen - 6. Finale In Markus Götz's “Circus Fantasia” we experience a...Concert Band
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Cloud(iu)s ... der "Wolkenmann"
There was a little child who enthusiastically told a story… …and a composer who was equally inspired by the child and its story to write these miniatures. At the premier of my...Concert Band
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Coconut Song
The „Coconut Song“ by Luigi di Ghisallo is a so called „Worksong“. Those songs are sung by people working toghether, to have more fun and make the exhausting work feel easier. "Coconut Song tells the...Concert Band
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Costa del Sol
This piece demonstrates very well how the title of a composition can be transformed into music. Speak the words COSTA DEL SOL out loud very rhythmically and look at the introduction of the...Concert Band
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Country Polka
In his light-hearted composition “Country Polka”, Luigi di Ghisallo invites us to a typical American farmers’ market. In the hustle and bustle of the market, we can buy vegetables,...Concert Band
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Das Junge Weihnachtskonzert
"Das junge Weihnachtskonzert" (Engl.: "The Young Christmas Concert") is a medley of the four Christmas carols "Kling, Glöckchen" (Engl.: "Ring, little Bell"), "Ihr Kinderlein kommet" (Engl.: "Oh,...Concert Band
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Der lustige Winzer
This little march "Der lustige Winzer" (The funny vine-grower) is dedicated to all vine-growers, who serve their vines in their houses every year after vintage. In a nice and cheerful...Concert Band
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Die Berner Stadtwache
The soloistic work DIE BERNER STADTWACHE tells a little story from the Swiss capital. In former times, the guard on duty at the tower in the old city wall was changed twice a day. Beforehand, the...Concert Band
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Dona Nobis Pacem
DONA NOBIS PACEM is from an old Latin liturgical text offering a prayer to peace. The melody is very calm and peaceful. Alfred Bösendorfer wanted to emphasise the pleading character of the text...Concert Band
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Donegal Bay
Donegal Bay is the largest bay in Ireland, at the northwest coast of the “green island”. Three Irish counties border each other there: Donegal, Leitrim and Sligo. In the same manner,...Concert Band
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Dos Muchachos
A trumpet fanatic was once asked what could be better than a trumpet. His reply: “Two trumpets.” Generally speaking, one could apply this little joke to all music instruments. And from a purely sound...Concert Band
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Driving-Test
Normally you take a DRIVING TEST in order to get a driving licence. But naturally this Explora composition by Luigi di Ghisallo has nothing to do with driving lessons, road signs or correct behaviour...Concert Band
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Ein Strauss für Dich...
Vienna in the 19th century was infected by a real waltz fever that could be found at all levels of society and resulted in innumerable compositions. The most famous waltz composer, also known as the...Concert Band
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Enjoy the Moment
The overture ENJOY THE MOMENT for young band by Markus Götz is suitable for concert as well as for competition and contest. It is really based on two contrasting themes. The first theme is...Concert Band
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Europa Hymne
In his early period of creativity, the famous composer Ludwig van Beethoven dedicated some of his works to heroes, e.g. Egmont, Coriolanus or Fidelio. Beethoven also admired Napoleon Bonaparte and...Concert Band
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Famous Canon
The canon from "Canon and Gigue in D Major" brought German baroque composer Johann Pachelbel world fame. The central idea of the catchy four-bar bass and chord progression is the sequence,...Concert Band
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Fanfarissimo!
FANFARISSMO is a typical fanfare, opening in proper style with a trumpet call, its motif and rhythm being redolent of a classic fanfare. This introduction with its festive alla marcia character...Concert Band
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Fantasia di Natale
Christmas - Il Natale - probably the most important festival in Bella Italia. The Italians are known for their distinct sense of family, their enthusiasm to celebrate and, probably because of their...Concert Band
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Fiesta!
"FIESTA!" is a youthful and cheerful work by the Upper Austrian composer Fritz Neuböck. The first few bars (around 10 seconds) are intended to create a dense soundscape from which the music gradually...Concert Band
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Genji Koto
GENJI KOTO is a wonderful Japanese love song, composed by Luigi di Ghisallo. The first few notes of the introduction transport us directly to the far east, and the following main theme is calm and...Concert Band
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Gershwin Portrait
George Gershwin is one of the greatest composers of the 20th century. His works include classical compositions, musicals and soundtracks which often employ elements of jazz. Many of his melodies have...Concert Band
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Gospel Day
“Gospel Day“ is a fascinating and sweeping concert piece, inspired by the exuberant energy of American gospel music. This kind of music celebrates and lives out faith and worship. Luigi...Concert Band
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Great Grey Giants
They are the largest terrestrial animals in the world. More than 55 million years ago, they already populated the earth: great, grey giants. While the elephant (in a china shop) is often attributed...Concert Band
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Harry Has to Hurry
Harry is a dreamer, in many ways... On one hand he loves daydreaming, on the other he is a determined late riser who sometimes cannot get out of bed in the morning. Frequently this is his...Concert Band
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Indian River
The overture INDIAN RIVER starts in the minor mode and thus depicts a somewhat melancholic mood. This is an allusion by the composer to the fate of the Indians which by no means had been a peaceful...Concert Band
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Irish Dream
The „Irish Dream“ begins with a soft and dreamy melody depicting the natural and beautiful landscape of Ireland. That theme reapears throughout the whole piece. As a contrast we hear a...Concert Band
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Kalahari
The Kalahari is a savanna in the South of Africa that is often called a desert due to extensive sands. The large region stretches for more than one million square kilometers. An exceptional feature...Concert Band
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Kleine Weihnachtsfantasie
There are many christmas fantasies, either with a choir or simply for wind band alone in full instrumentation. In our EXPLORA SERIES which is dedicated to youth bands, three songs were chosen for the...Concert Band
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Koyo
Japan is famous for its diverse and stunning seasons. The autumn leaves with red and yellow colors are called KOYO. For centuries, admiring these autumn leaves has influenced Japanese culture and...Concert Band
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La Nuit des Cloches (eXplora)
Die Nacht der Glocken
Michel Carros combines three popular French melodies in this lovely fantasy that makes Christmas time sparkle in a musically tender way. The title “La Nuit des Cloches” means “Night...Concert Band
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La Vida Mexicana
Before Christopher Columbus came to America, the Mexican natives, Aztecs and Mayas, had a rich culture full of wonder, as shown in the mysterious and slightly melancholic music. Another special...Concert Band
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Land of Hope and Glory
This arrangement is ideal for the Grand March at commencement ceremonies, playable by middle school bands. The word „proms“ is an abbreviation of „promenade concerts“, the...Concert Band
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Land of the Pharaohs
Chords of fifths and the gong open the "Land of the Pharaohs" in an impressive way. A soft and mysterious theme follows the introduction. Twelve measures later chords of fifths are added...Concert Band
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Largo
The second movement LARGO from the "New World Symphony" (9th Symphony) is undoubtedly one of the most moving works by the Czech composer Antonín Dvorák. The original English...Concert Band
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Legend of the Four Trees
"Legend Of The Four Trees" is based on a story from ancient Aztec mythology. The four trees stood at the corners of a perfect square in a sacred location, and were believed to hold up the sky. After...Concert Band
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Leuchtfeuer
Lights are used as landmarks in navigation and aviation. The best known example is a lighthouse on the coast to show ships their way. In LIGHT FIRE Kurt Gäble applies the idea of navigational...Concert Band
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Little Brown Jug
"Little Brown Jug" is originally a children's song from America that gained worldwide fame through a big band arrangement by Glenn Miller. For the series "eXplora," the song was specifically arranged...Concert Band
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Little Girl from Trinidad
The Caribbean is the source of an abundance of beautiful and especially rhythmic music. People living there experience and practice dancing and motion in a very natural way. If somebody starts to...Concert Band
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Little Sweet Bells
Angels, candles and of course church bells - inevitably the warm anticipation of Christmas rises in each of us. Martin Scharnagl selected the sweet melody of the German Christmas carol Suesser die...Concert Band
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Lohengrin
In addition to the wedding march by Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, the “Bridal Chorus” from the opera “Lohengrin” by Richard Wagner is one of the best-known and most popular...Concert Band
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Lucky Lady
May I introduce myself? My name is Mary, I am 3 months old and I am a real diva. On cat's paws, I explore the world with curiosity and, most of the time, nobility. That it does not always go...Concert Band
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Make Music!
„Make Music!“ - This is the joyous and motivational call of Markus Goetz’s blues rock for band. Playing together in a group and experiencing how a piece develops from first...Concert Band
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Mary's Boy Child (eXplora)
„Mary’s Boy Child” tells the Christmas tale. Although it is a newer Christmas song, it is already quite traditional, mainly in the United States. Several famous singers and bands...Concert Band
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Mentis (eXplora)
To many people Advent is a very special time of the year, and so it is to composer Thiemo Kraas. In his eyes, waiting on the feast of love, accompanied by so many beautiful impressions and special...Concert Band
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Mini-Rock 'n' Roller-Skates
What do Miniskirts, Rock 'n' Roll and Roller skates have in common? Quite simply: They all turn our heads upside down! As a tribute to legendary rock 'n' roll, we are going on a...Concert Band
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Music Circle
The piece MUSIC CIRCLE was commissioned by the Blasmusikverband Tirol for the 10th Jugendblasorchesterwettbewerb 2021. The work is rich in variety. It is composed in the form of an overture and...Concert Band
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Music for the Royal Fireworks
The “Music for the Royal Fireworks” (HWV 351) by George Frideric Handel was first performed on April 27th 1749 on the occasion of a fireworks display given by King George II in...Concert Band
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Nashville River
Nashville is the capital of the US state of Tennessee and is also known as the country music capital. The Cumberland River flows through Nashville, which in turn inspired the composer Florian Ziller...Concert Band
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Never Forget Your Friends!
Friends are very important in life, because they support us in joy and sorrow. Where better could we make friends than through sharing music? Markus Götz composed this emotional pop ballad for...Concert Band
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Noche Buena (Heilige Nacht)
In his fantasy “Noche Buena”, as the Spaniards call Christmas Eve, Llano familiarizes us with Spanish Christmas customs and embeds three traditional songs in a varied Explora work. A...Concert Band
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Noël Provençal
Noel Provencal
As Christmas in France sounds, Michel Carros reveals in “Noël Provençal”. His varied composition for the Explora youth band series combines three well-known French Christmas...Concert Band
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O Jubel, O Freud
With his composition „O Jubel, O Freud“ (O Jubilation, O Joy) Alfred Bösendorfer invites us to spend Christmas in Austria. After a festive intro in baroque style, we hear one of the...Concert Band
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Olympic Tune
Basically works of the EXPLORA series are easy in terms of form and structure, as they were especially composed for young bands or smaller groups. This does not imply, however, that this kind of...Concert Band
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Pirates of Rock
One of the most important attributes of a pirate is his brashness. It’s the same kind of boldness that young instrumentalists need for their first performances. At this specific moment they...Concert Band
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Present
I wrote the composition “Present” in the early morning of a cold and sunny day. The view through the window of my home office on the unspoilt countryside, seeming to be still asleep,...Concert Band
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Punta Cana
During his holiday in the Dominican Republic, Markus Götz was fascinated by the local music with its lightness and vitality. He was so inspired that he composed PUNTA CANA, a joyful piece in...Concert Band
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Rhythm of the World
There is no music without rhythm. Regardless if you are in Africa or Asia or if it is Rock or Jazz – rhythms is an essential element of music. Time is like a heartbeat that animates the music...Concert Band
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Rock My Soul
ROCK MY SOUL is a gospel song. Its title must not be construed in a verbatim manner, as it rather deals with touching one’s soul. The term “gospel” probably is a contraction of...Concert Band
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Rock Space
American composer James Hosay is known for his well-conceived rock compositions. With “Rock Space”, he finally contributed his first piece to the popular RUNDEL eXplora Series – a...Concert Band
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Rock the Night
Playing ROCK THE NIGHT by Markus Goetz the musicians will burn the candle at both ends. This piece is an event for both players and listeners due to its catchy melodies and rocking drumbeats. The...Concert Band
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Rummel Bummel
An ocean of colors, wonderful smells of roasted almonds and popcorn, exciting bumper car rides... already as a small boy I was genuinely fascinated by the fair and its colorful going-ons. Many years...Concert Band
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Sakura Variations
The cherry blossoming “Sakura” is an annual Japanese highlight marking the beginning of spring. Starting in mid-March, the blooming wanders from the South of the country up to the...Concert Band
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Salzburg Dance / Prague Dance
Dance music has existed for a long time. Great composers like Bach, Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven and Schubert wrote many dances which were popular in courts of the day. The pieces SALZBURG and PRAGUE...Concert Band
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Sarabanda
The saraband is a slow dance of Spanish origin, which is to be danced in a stately and graceful manner. Who thinks the spirited Spaniards to simply go for fast music and the flamenco, should not...Concert Band
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Schabanack
SCHABANACK tells the story of a bustling two-year-old boy who keeps his family on their toes with all sorts of jokes and pranks. Even the first notes lead the listener up the garden path. A recurring...Concert Band
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Sebastian-Choral
The SEBASTIAN CHORALE consists of 3 sections in all: Introduction, Prelude and Chorale The Introduction consists of a mere 2 bars. These reveal the motif for the following Prelude, in which the...Concert Band
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Shufflin' Canon
Everybody knows the canon „Bruder Jakob“. A canon is one of the oldest musical forms and good for singing. Everybody sings the same melody in certain bar intervals. Kees Vlak made the...Concert Band
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Siyahamba
The main theme of SIYAHAMBA is a traditional song of the Zulus that was handed down from generation to generation. When the daily work was done, the village people of small hamlets located in...Concert Band
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South American Christmas Suite
Südamerikanische Weihnachtssuite
Christmas is celebrated the all over the world. Each country has its own treasure of traditional Christmas carols. In Central and South America too, the birth of Jesus is musically accompanied by...Concert Band
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Spider-Rag
Ragtime, in short rag, is a term first applied, ca. 1890, to New Orleans music as played by colored orchestras on Mississippi river boats. One of the most important ragtime pianists was Scott Joplin....Concert Band
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Spiritual Song
"Spiritual Song" by Alfred Bösendorfer is a placid and compelling piece. It is based on an old English tune, known now as “Amazing Grace”. The vocal text is: O how...Concert Band
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Stille Nacht
"Silent Night, Holy Night" is undoubtedly one of the best-known and most popular Christmas carols in the world. Over the course of time, countless arrangements have been created for a wide variety of...Concert Band
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Sun Calypso
Dieser südamerikanische Tanz ist technisch einfach gehalten und eignet sich daher als wirkungsvolles Stück für Anfänger. Das Thema des "Sun Calypso" wird sowohl in Dur...Concert Band
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Superspy
The composer was inspired to write this piece by the famous film director Alfred Hitchcock. It is not all easy in this instance to create the tension required. The melody has to adopt a wait and see...Concert Band
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T-Bone Tricks
The English term “trombone” suggests that it actually refers to a large tromba, a trumpet. A long time ago the trumpet was played with a slide. This sound excels that of a brass...Concert Band
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Tell Saga
The overture TELL SAGA tells a short story about the Swiss national hero, William Tell. It opens with a prayer in the chapel on the lake. The insurrectionists ask for the blessing and support of the...Concert Band
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The Little Magyar
The "Little Magyar" begins passionately with a melancholy motif in the minor mode: a campfire is burning; the violins weep and tell stories of the fatherland and the family. This joyless...Concert Band
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The Merry Clockmaker
Our clockmaker always says: “He who controls time, possesses eternity.” This is true, but not realistic at all. Time machines are frequently featured in science fiction movies that make...Concert Band
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The Young Explorer Part 1
Eine musikalische Entdeckungsreise
The trilogy THE YOUNG EXPLORER is a special edition of the series EXPLORA. Composer Kees Vlak wants to show with this extraordinary project how a composition and the work of the composer...Concert Band
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The Young Explorer Part 2
Eine musikalische Entdeckungsreise
The trilogy THE YOUNG EXPLORER is a special edition of the series EXPLORA. Composer Kees Vlak wants to show with this extraordinary project how a composition and the work of the composer...Concert Band
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The Young Explorer Part 3
Eine musikalische Entdeckungsreise
The trilogy THE YOUNG EXPLORER is a special edition of the series EXPLORA. Composer Kees Vlak wants to show with this extraordinary project how a composition and the work of the composer...Concert Band
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Tiger Rag
The ragtime or simply rag originated in the United States towards the end of the 19th century. At first it was developed as an especial piano style by Afro-American pianists. However, its popularity...Concert Band
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