SKU: CL.012-4108-01

Mt Everest has attracted the most adventurous of mountain climbers for decades, with many meeting their fate in the attempt to scale the world's highest mountain. The legend of the Yeti has tales of the wild, hairy creatures serving as protectors of Everest and it's villages. The music begins boldly, depicting the majestic sight of this magnificent mountain as our journey begins. The music develops as our journey progresses, telling an eventful and tumultuous tale reaching a stunning climax as the apex of the mountain is reached. From here, the work subsides as the breathtaking vistas unfold in the beautiful, lyric sounds before building to a stunning conclusion of majesty and grandeur. A truly outstanding work, Everest: The Forbidden Journey is destined to become a classic for concert and festival use. Don't miss this epic musical adventure!

SKU: BT.AMP-418-140

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.

The Unknown Journey was commissioned by Kwansei Gakuin University Symphony Band which was established in 1954 and has grown to become one of the top college bands in Japan. The composer chose the title as the piece seemed to create its ownmomentum as it developed, starting slowly and continuously increasing the tempo. Towards the end it gradually transmogrifies into the closing bars of Ravel’s La Valse, a piece which perfectly characterises the idea of unstoppable momentum.

The Unknown Journey is geschreven in opdracht van de Kwansei Gakuin University Symphony Band, die werd opgericht in 1954 en daarna is uitgegroeid tot een van de beste universiteitsorkesten van Japan. De componist heeft de titel gekozen omdathet werk zijn eigen drijfkracht leek te creëren terwijl het zich ontwikkelde vanuit een langzaam begin en steeds in een wat hoger tempo. Tegen het slot wordt de muziek geleidelijk getransformeerd tot de laatste maten van Ravels La Valse, eencompositie die het concept van een onstuitbare drijfkracht perfect karakteriseert.

The Unknown Journey wurde von der 1954 gegründeten Kwansei Gakuin University Symphony Band, die zu den besten Universitäts-Blasorchestern Japans zählt, in Auftrag gegeben. Der Komponist wählte diesen Titel, da das Stück seinen eigenen Schwungzu entwickeln scheint, indem es langsam beginnt und das Tempo sich kontinuierlich steigert. Zum Ende hin verwandelt es sich allmählich in die Schlusstakte von Ravels La Valse, ein Stück, das die Idee des unaufhaltsamen Schwungs perfektbeschreibt.

The Unknown Journey fut commandé par le Kwansei Gakuin University Symphony Band, un orchestre d’harmonie établi en 1954 qui est désormais l’un des meilleurs orchestres universitaires du Japon. Le compositeur choisit ce titre puisque, pendantle développement du morceau, il semblait créer son propre élan, commençant lentement et accélérant continuellement. Vers la fin il devient progressivement semblable aux dernières mesures de La Valse de Ravel, un morceau qui caractériseparfaitement l’idée d’élan irrépressible.

SKU: BT.CMP-0994-06-010

9x12 inches. English.

Provocative modal shifts and fresh melodic excursions take us to another land. The brooding minor key opening leads by stages to a big uplifting finish. There is also lots of contrast built into the orchestration, making Latin Journey a special treat for band and audience alike. Cross-cultural lessons are a natural fit with this one! Additionally, there is lots of opportunity to work on the finer points of balance and blend.Inventive!

De hoofdmelodie van Latin Journey is in feite de eerste melodie die de componist ooit schreef, op vijftienjarige leeftijd. Hij bezocht toen een seminar voor jonge mensen die wilden leren componeren - en deze melodie kwam voortuit een taakopdracht. Bijna dertig jaar later besloot Carmine Pastore om diezelfde melodie te gebruiken in Latin Journey, a werk dat hij schreef voor de Senior Band van een high school in de Verenigde Staten. Het resultaatmag er zijn!

Provokative modale Verschiebungen und erfrischende melodische Linien entführen den Zuhörer von Latin Journey in lateinamerikanische Gefilde. Die nachdenkliche Eröffnung in Moll verwandelt sich Schritt für Schritt hin zu einem heiteren Schluss. Kontraste prägen auch die Orchestrierung dieser musikalischen Reise. Eine willkommene Stilerweiterung für das Repertoire Ihres Jugendblasorchesters!

La musique latino-américaine est une musique exubérante, souriante, vive, romantique, passionnée et ensoleillée. Ces adjectifs correspondent également cette œuvre de Carmine Pastore. La magie des rythmes et des sons envo te l’esprit des musiciens et les mélodies trotteront dans la tête des auditeurs pendant des semaines. Une œuvre sur mesure pour élargir les horizons stylistiques de votre jeune formation.

SKU: CL.012-4150-75

Written as a tribute to Mike Bandman, Ruth Moore and Jeff Worth, band directors in Gurnee School District 56 Gurnee, Illinois in recognition of their 94 years of combined service to the band and music programs, The Eternal Journey opens with a strong brass flourish and delightfully simple melodic statement which is developed throughout the composition. The slower middle section is a powerful hymn-like setting written as an expression of gratitude from a grateful music community, leading us into a dramatic and powerful conclusion. The Eternal Journey is a perfect festival piece and is sure to be one of your student's favorite.

SKU: CF.PPS53

ISBN 9781491151976. UPC: 680160909476.

Illyria is a region in southern Europe, and the name has been used in books and music throughout history, including Shakespearean plays. Composer Sean O'Loughlin takes beginning students on a musical journey, starting with broad melodic statements by the brass, bold full ensemble statements, a contrasting lyrical section, and concluding with a relentless finish. Journey to Illyria is a sophisticated musical presentation that is still playable by the youngest of students.
The title Journey to Illyria comes out of a recent internet search that came up with a similarly titled book by an author named Sean O'Loughlin (no relation). I'm always fascinated by how connected and small this world can seem. After some further research, I found that Illyria is also a name that appears in some fantasy fiction books and even on the TV show Angel. All of this gets wrapped into the music for this piece.It begins with a broad melodic statement by the brass. It develops further at m. 9 and then transitions to a full statement at m. 25 with plenty of imitation between upper and lower voices. A contrasting slower section follows at m. 39, which should bring out the haunting, rich sound of the ensemble. The fast section returns at m. 46 with progressively building imitation to bring back the opening gesture at m. 58. The music then is relentless to the rousing end.

SKU: CL.RWS-2024-00

A sonic daydream in three parts, Journey Imagined describes a magical journey through the mind free from the limits of earth. This exhilarating, adventurous and dramatic thrill ride explores melodic themes that are as exciting to play as they are to hear. The variety of styles and concepts within make this an excellent choice for concert or contest!

SKU: CL.023-4566-00

Starting with a bold and captivating fanfare, our musical journey settles in with a strong rhythmic foundation that is first introduced in the percussion section. As with any trip, a few surprises occur that are certain to hold the interest of your audience. The reward of this powerful journey for young musicians is reflected in its dramatic and exciting conclusion. A great way to start your concert!

SKU: XC.PCB2202

12 x 9 inches.

Composer Chris Ferguson draws from his many years of experience teaching younger students to write a first-six-note piece that will take your students on a music journey to other worldly places. Strong melody content for even the youngest of beginners.

SKU: FJ.B1719S

English.

Throw off the bowlines and catch the wind in your sails with this exciting musical maritime adventure! The majestic opening statement builds the anticipation of sailing while the brisk allegro section typifies the journey itself. The ship's bell will also add character to the music - a bold adventure on the open seas!