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Pavel Staněk
Pavel Staněk

Pavel Staněk

* 03.06.1927
Pavel Staněk was born 3 June 1927 in Prague. He studied at the Prague Conservatory, 1946-51. His principle instrument was the contrabass. He began his professional music career in 1950 with the National Ensemble for Dance and Song, first as contrabass player, and a year later as choral director. In 1954 he was appointed director of the Military Band of the Ministry of the Interior, his first...
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4 Pastorelli

4 Pastorelli

In literature, the term “pastorale” appears in the form of a pastoral poem, which was very common in medieval times. Those romantic texts tell the story of a knight who courts a beautiful shepherdess...
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A Fairy Tale Suite

A Fairy Tale Suite

Pavel Stanék is one of those composers who often feels overwhelmed by the music which dwells inside him. They often have to choose a title for a new work that already exists in manuscript form. The...
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A Long Mile

A Long Mile

Czech Composer Pavel Stanék influenced the development of wind music by his extraordinary compositions. He was often inspired by folk music of his homeland, what may also be discerned in A Long Mile...
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Abendstimmung

Abendstimmung

Evening Mood
Pavel Stanék composed "Abendstimmung" (Evening Mood) as solo for Solo for Euphonium (or Bariton or Horn) and Concert Band. The solist may show his musical qualities by lyrically interpreting the...
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Adagio e Presto con Fuoco

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military...
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Adagio espressivo

Saying a lot with just a few words is an art. The composer Pavel Stanek, born in Prague in 1927, has mastered this art par excellence. When he wrote down the first sketches for his ADAGIO ESPRESSIVO...
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Amen

"Amen" is a very ceremonial piece by Pavel Stanék.
The poignant main theme is presented by a solo baritone (alternative by bassoon or tenor saxophone). oboe, flute and trumpets introduce the...
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Andante

aus der Sonate in G
Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Anterra

"Anterra" by Pavel Stanék was especially commissioned as a “one-hour-test-piece” (this means that bands participating in a contest are allowed one hour to rehearse such music, and then they have to...
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Arietta

Voi che sapete
“Le nozze di Figaro”, in English “The Marriage of Figaro” is an opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The Koechel Catalog shows this work as number K 492. The Italian libretto stems from the pen of...
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Ave Maria

in 1825 Franz Schubert put seven songs of Walter Scott's "The Lady of the Lake" into music. They were published 1826 as his opus 52. The third song, "Hymne to the Virgin"...
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Ballade

Pavel Stanék composed an emotional "Ballad" for solo trumpet and concert band. The lyrical melody is accompanied by small counter melodies and a soft drum rhythms. Although the piece is not...
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Burlesque e Cantabile

Pavel Stanék, who was born in 1927, counts as one of the most important and popular composers in European wind music today. With his oeuvre he has not only influenced Czech and Bohemian wind...
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City Melody

Pavel Stanék composed his emotional "City Melody" for solo trumpet and concert band. The lyrical melody is accompanied by small counter melodies and a soft drum rhythms. Although the piece is not...
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Clarinessa

“Clarinessa” excels in all of those elements that distinguish the music of Pavel Stanék. This piece for symphonic band and solo clarinet is demanding for both the soloist and the band. It was first...
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Compliment

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Con Amore

"Con Amore" means "with love", and it is just that essential and world-shattering feeling of love that we can sense in every single note of this piece. By using his unique and overwhelming musical...
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Czech Folk Dance Suite

Inspirations by folklore are a recurring element of Stanék's compositions . He stated that he does not require any inspiration beyond music, and that his works are pure music, nothing but...
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Die große Seefahrt 1492 - Kolumbus

In his fantasy "The Great Journey 1492 - Columbus", Pavel Stanék impressively turns an important historical event into sound. He dedicated the piece to the Filarmonia Sestrese (Italy) on the...
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Evening Serenade

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Fantasia Boemica

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Fiorellina

Wind music owes Pavel Stanek a number of interesting works which may rightly be considered an enrichment of pieces available for amateurs. This applies in particular to his easier compositions, such...
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Frýdlant Suite - Teil 1

Frydlant Suite - Part 1
The almost inexhaustible melodic wealth of his homeland has been a source of artistic inspiration for Staněk all his life. In Germany his “Song and Dance”, the “Songs from the East...
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Frýdlant Suite - Teil 2

Frydlant Suite - Part 2
The almost inexhaustible melodic wealth of his homeland has been a source of artistic inspiration for Staněk all his life. In Germany his “Song and Dance”, the “Songs from the East...
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Gigue

Leopold Kozeluh (1747-1818) was born at Velvary in Bohemia and had first music lessons with his cousin Antonín. Later he studied law in Prague, but then turned to music. After first successes...
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Gloria Sancti

To Pavel Stanék (*1927), that prolific composer, inspirations coming from the folklore of his native country are of great importance in his musical output. One therefore may refer to “Gloria sancti”...
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Greek Serenade

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military...
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Guten Abend, gut' Nacht

In all of Brahms’ music, the singable main theme immediately appeals to people. I comes from inside and is the direct expression of the composer’s personality. In a letter to Clara...
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In Modo Barocco

Pavel Stanék is also influenced by music of Baroque and Renaissance what actually becomes quite obvious by chosing the title "In Modo Barocco" for this piece. But Stanék combined baroque sounds with...
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In den Bergen

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Interludia

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Kastagnetten

It was Spanish folk music that inspired Pavel Stanék to arrange "Kastagnetten" (Castanets) by Karel Tesar. Castanets are percussion instruments mainly known from Spanish dance music. The instrument...
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Kleines Vorspiel

Little Prelude
"Kleines Vorspiel" (Little Prelude) by Pavel Stanék is a striking overture, rich in contrast and therefore very enjoyable. The ceremonial beginning merges into a joyful vivace. The...
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Laudate Dominum (Psalm 150)

7. Satz (ad libitum) zu Missa Lyrica
"Laudate Dominum" (Psalm 150) is a touching piece by Pavel Stanék for choir (SATB) and windband (or organ). It was composed as optional 7th movement for a festive conclusion of...
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Legende

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Legende No. 4

Antonín Dvorák (1841-1904) composed his Legend No. 4, op. 59, like his Slavonic Dances, first for the piano in 1880, but scored them shortly afterwards. The cycle of ten smaller pieces with an...
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Love Melody

"Love Melody" is an enchanting piece for solo trumpet and concert band. Its beautiful melody is introduced by the trumpet, then sung as "La-la" or "Hm-hm" by the...
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Made in Europe

"Made in Europe" is a glorious concert march by Pavel Stanék that is very festive but at the same time light-hearted and witty. A moderately syncopating main theme and swift effects give the...
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Marching Trombones

"Marching Trombones" by Pavel Stanék is a great piece for three trombones and concert band. Without fail this humerous march is a real crowd-pleaser.

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in...
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Marine Majoretten Marsch

Majorettes are young girls and women parading in uniforms and twirling the baton (stab) in specific choreographies. At the end of the 19th century the first female marching bands were led by female...
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Meditation

Pavel Stanék arranged "Meditation" by Rudolf Sochor for concert bands playing at grade 2. The soft and atmospheric composition combines solo recorder and concert band in an interessing way. The clear...
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Minimusic Fantasy

"Minimusic Fantasy" by Pavel Stanék is entirely different. It was adapted for concert band in 1999. Originally written in 1992 for 10 synthesiser frequencies, clarinet and cello, it...
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Missa Lyrica

"Missa Lyrica" by Pavel Stanék is a touching mass for chir and wind band (or organ). The acoustic colors of vocals and wind instruments mix well and at the same time are...
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Moravian Impressions

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Moravian Suite

Mährische Suite
Like many other of Stanék’s compositions, Moravian Suite (1995) has been inspired by the picturesque Moravian landscape.

The introductory Pastorale is a lyrical picture with a distinct and...
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Morning Has Broken

On the one hand, the tune of this song shows us the way to the Celtic world of the Hebrides off the western coast of Scotland. On the other hand it reveals the power that dwells in an air, if it is...
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Music for Festivals

"Music for Festivals" by Pavel Stanék was first produced at the Week of New Music im Prague in autumn 1984, performed by the Czech Army Central Band. The festive fanfares opening...
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Musik für Michaela

Czech composer Pavel Stanek has an extraordinary sense for touching melodies. In "Music for Michaela" he shows in an impressive way how a simple melody can tap the full potential of a concert band....
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My Country

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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New Friends

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Nocturno for Euphonium

Pavel Stanék wrote to his publisher about his music and particularly about the "Nocturno for Euphonium": "I do not need any inspiration beyond music itself to compose music. My music is and describes...
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Ouverture Brillante

Pavel Stanék was born in 1927 in Prague. He finished his studies at the conservatory there, in 1950, and from this year up to 1954 he was conductor of the Folk Ensemble. During his military service...
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Powerplay

12 sweeping Big Band Specials for original Big Band or Concert Band. You can also perform those pieces with a smaller instrumentation. Big Band Package: Condensed Score 1st Alto Saxophone 2nd...
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Mittel-/Oberstufe
MVSR1860

RUNDEL Promo 2010

The RUNDEL promo catalog 2/2010 includes 38 new band pieces from RUNDEL Music Publications plus sample audio CD. You can listen to the audio samples here online or order the printed catalog with...
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KAT10.2
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RUNDEL Promo 2012

The RUNDEL promo catalog 1/2012 includes 38 new band pieces from RUNDEL Music Publications plus sample audio CD. You can listen to the audio samples here online or order the printed catalog with...
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KAT12.1
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RUNDEL Promo 2013

The RUNDEL promo catalog 1/2013 includes 36 new band pieces from RUNDEL Music Publications plus sample audio CD. You can listen to the audio samples here online or order the printed catalog with...
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Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head

"Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head" is a real classic. Burt Bacharach composed this swinging pop song for the movie "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and it won an Oscar....
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Remember Me

Since the overwhelming success of his "St. Thomas Chorale" Pavel Stanék has repeatedly met with requests from many musicians for a further work of the same kind. The composer has certainly succeeded...
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Rondo for Band

»Rondo for Band« by the Moravian composer Pavel Stanek is a fresh, colorful composition of many contrasts.

The first part presents the first main theme and is characterised by the contrast...
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Russian Waltz

In the course of the 19th century, Glinka, Tchaikovsky and other composers contributed to the development of the Russian concert waltz, which eventually achieved a remarkable expressiveness. Apart...
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