SKU: BT.DHP-0960767-020

This stately concert opener was originally written by Jan Van der Roost for a special event in which six respected wind orchestras (two Belgian and four Dutch) of different composition (two symphonic bands, two fanfare bands and two brass bands) were featured during six concerts. Each evening brought forth a performance by a symphonic band, a fanfare, and brass band, so that the audience could experience all three types of ensembles. This was indeed an original concept.The name, ConZEnSus, comes from a combination of the words, ‘Concert Cyclus’ (concert series) and ‘zes’ (Dutch for ‘six’). This leads to a new word, which refers to ‘consensus’. The general tenor of the cycle isthus immediately indicated. The richness of color of the various ensembles is revealed through an open and friendly atmosphere. During all six concerts (over a span of three years), ConZEnSus functioned as a permanent opening number for each orchestra. Thus the same musical story was portrayed in three different packages.

SKU: BT.DHP-1064019-120

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

The theme of this work is the history of the town of Grafenrheinfeld (Bavaria, Germany) in the twentieth century, a town that is now mainly associated with its nuclear plant. The German word for this is Kraftwerk, which can be divided into the words Kraft (power) and Werk (work). In this composition, it is a metaphor for the ?work? that can be realised through ?power? in a negative way (war) and in a positive way (reconstruction). Musically speaking, power also plays an important role in this work, as opposed to vulnerability, the sense of loss and the insecurity about the lost identity. Based on the text of Lied der Franke ?Kraftwerk? is a powerfully descriptive work thatwill add energy to any concert.

De geschiedenis van Grafenrheinfeld (Beieren, Duitsland) in de twintigste eeuw vormt het thema van dit werk. Deze plaats wordt nu voornamelijk geassocieerd met zijn kerncentrale. Het Duitse woord hiervoor is Kraftwerk, datje kunt onderverdelen in de woorden Kraft (kracht) en Werk (werk). In deze compositie is het dan ook een metafoor voor het ‘werk’ dat door ‘kracht’ wordt gerealiseerd, in negatieve zin (oorlog) en in positieve zin (wederopbouw). Krachtspeelt ook in muzikaal opzicht een belangrijke rol in dit werk, geplaatst tegenover kwetsbaarheid.

Der Titel Kraftwerk steht zunächst für ein Kraftwerk im wörtlichen Sinn, beschreibt aber zugleich die Bedeutung der einzelnen Begriffe Kraft und Werk im positiven und negativen Sinn. Krieg, Zerstörung, Verzweiflung und Trauer, aber andererseits auch Frieden, Hoffnung, Wiederaufbau, Zuversicht und Sorglosigkeit sind die Bilder und Gefühle, die Jacob de Haan in seiner Komposition heraufbeschwört. Ein kontrastreiches Werk, das bleibenden Eindruck hinterlässt!

Le nom de la ville de Grafenrheinfeld en Bavière est étroitement associé la centrale nucléaire qu’elle abrite. Le terme Kraftwerk est constitué des mots Kraft (la puissance, la force) et Werk (centrale, travail, oeuvre). Jacob de Haan s’appuye sur la polysémie du mot Werk pour créer deux atmosphères musicales antagonistes : la puissance d’une centrale nucléaire qui peut se révéler négative pour l’homme et la puissance d’une oeuvre ou d’un travail constructif dans un environnement positif. Une oeuvre surprenante.

La citt tedesca di Grafenrheinfeld in Baviera è strettamente legata alla centrale nucleare che essa ospita. Il termine Kraftwerk è costituito dalle parole Kraft (forza, potenza) e Werk (centrale, lavoro). Jacob de Haan si appoggia sulla polisemia della parola Werk per creare due atmosfere musicali antagoniste: la potenza di una centrale nucleare che può rivelarsi negativa per l’uomo e la potenza di un’opera o di un lavoro costruttivo in ambiente positivo. Un brano sorprendente.

SKU: AP.MBM03001C

UPC: 654979053279. English. Words by Linda Creed.

This poignant ballad made famous by Whitney Houston is now a spectacular closer. Victor López serves up a tasty combination of solos, duets, colorful harmonies, and a thrilling up ending. Beautiful!

SKU: AP.38525

UPC: 038081439211. English. Words by B. G. DeSylva; Lew Brown.

This swing era classic has been given new life with this very playable Jerry Burns arrangement. Lots of strong block scoring and a tasty trumpet solo make this a solid choice for any band! (1:43).

SKU: BT.DHP-1125208-020

9x12 inches. English-Dutch.

This opening piece, whoâ??s title is a mixture of the words â??psalmâ?? and â??Intradaâ?? is both festive as well as solemn. It was based upon the music of Psalm 149.

Psaltrada is een openingswerk dat zijn titel ontleend aan een combinatie van de woorden â??psalmâ?? en â??intradaâ??. Het is zowel feestelijk als ook plechtig van karakter en is gebaseerd op de muziek van Psalm 149.

Der Titel dieses Werkes verrät, wie es entstanden ist: Jan de Haan nahm die Vertonung von Psalm 149 aus dem Genfer Psalter von 1562 und schuf aus dieser schlichten, schönen Melodie ein prachtvolles, lebendiges Eröffnungswerk für Blasorchester. So wurde aus einem Psalm und einer Intrada also eine Psaltradaâ??, mit der Sie Ihr nächstes Konzert glanzvoll beginnen können!

Ce morceau dâ??ouverture, dont le titre est un mélange entre les mots psaume et Intrada, est festif et solennel. Il est basé sur la musique du psaume 149.

Il titolo di questo brano ci svela come è stato composto: Jan de Haan ha ripreso la struttura del salmo 149 dal Geneva Psalter del 1562, creando da questa semplice e splendida melodia un glorioso e vivace brano di apertura. Quindi, da un salmo e un preludio (intrada) nasce una Psaltrada, ideale per iniziare il vostro concerto.

SKU: AP.48239

UPC: 038081560182. English.

Alternative rock band Portugal. The Man had a #1 hit with this hard driving rock shuffle. Colorful scoring and contrasting sections will engage your band and audience alike! (2:10).

SKU: AP.49229

ISBN 9781470647377. UPC: 038081566603. English.

This unforgettable tune from The Weeknd is one of the biggest hits to come along in years. On the charts for over an astounding 62 weeks, Blinding Lights was featured at the 2021 Superbowl. Victor López gives us a driving arrangement perfect for the stands this fall! (1:35).