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An original composition and an extravaganza of a side drum and percussion feature with brass band accompaniment.  Composed by Lynsey Paterson and scored for brass band by Andrew Duncan, it has an engaging lilt to its style and offers plenty of visual engagement from the lesser used solo instrument of the side drum. Listen In (digital sound sample):  
£30.00
This stunning piece depicts life in the City of Manchester in the years surrounding the Second World War and the effect these years had on the citizens of Manchester.  It's a striking work which overflows with emotion and atmosphere.   Winner of 'Best New Work' at Spennymore Brass Band Contest in 2000, and featured on the Sellers Band CD, Celtic Connections. Listen In (performance sound sample from courtesy of RNCM Brass Band at Unibrass 2018):
£35.00
An original composition from Lucy Pankhurst and Winner of the 2011 John Golland Award, receiving its premiere at the RNCM Festival of Brass that same year.  It is a complex, energetic and invigorating major work for brass band, and one which rightly demands attention through its intricate scoring, impact-making effects and bubbling brilliance! Listen In (digital sound sample):
£40.00
An original composition by Andrew Duncan, written for the West Lothian Schools Band.  A large-scale work made up of three movements, where each musically depicts the legends, experiences and history relating to the three different hills selected by the writer: 1. Dechmont Law, 2. The Knock Hill, 3. Cairnpapple Hill.  The piece effectively and creatively embraces these many inspirations, creating a wonderful combination of atmosphere, lyricism and engagement. Listen In (digital sound sample):
£45.00
A major work composed for brass band by Andrew Duncan.  The piece was commissioned by (and dedicated to) The Foden's Band, and selected as the set work at the 2014 Scottish Open Brass Band Championships, offering an exciting addition to the contesting repertoire.  A challenging piece for the players, but one which reaps huge rewards through its rich scoring and imaginative development.  A work of three movements, Cantata presents a new dynamic level of its composer's musical mastery. Due to the scale of the work, we are happy to provide a Complete Perusal Score (downloadable) for you to fully consider this piece for your band.  Just Contact Us with your enquiry. Listen In - Movement 1 (digital sound sample): (Sound Samples of Movements 1 and 2 are available in the Full Description below.)
£75.00
[SCORE ONLY] A major work composed for brass band by Andrew Duncan.  The piece was commissioned by (and dedicated to) The Foden's Band, and selected as the set work at the 2014 Scottish Open Brass Band Championships, offering an exciting addition to the contesting repertoire.  A challenging piece for the players, but one which reaps huge rewards through its rich scoring and imaginative development.  A work of three movements, Cantata presents a new dynamic level of its composer's musical mastery. Now on general release, the full set (score and parts) is also available to purchase.
£20.00
A wonderful, original composition by Josiah Walters with lots of innovation, variety of styles and tempo, and extremely listenable.  An inspiring piece for a concert feature or own choice entertainment programme.  Premiered in 2011 by The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland (at which time Josiah was a playing member). Listen In (performance sound sample courtesy of NYBBS 2011):
£30.00
Inspired by Viking mythology, where it is said that following a battle the bravest souls of the slain would be divided between two Gods, Odin and Freyja.  Freyja was the Goddess of Love and War and before going into battle many Viking warriors would pray that they would die bravely so that Freyja would take their soul to join her personal army made up of the souls of the bravest of men.
£65.00
An extremely emotional and poignant work for brass band, in memory and tribute to those affected by the Pretoria Pit disaster in Lancashire on 21st December 1910.  The piece is chilling in its depiction of the tragic story, sensitively conveying the atmosphere and emotions as perceived before, during and after the event.  Through its use of playing techniques, effects, sound combinations and even silences, In Pitch Black offers a powerfully reflective piece. Lucy Pankhurst deservedly won the 2011 British Composers Award (BASCA) for In Pitch Black. Listen In (performance sound sample):
£35.00
A striking antiphonal arrangement of this well known work.
£30.00
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