Par WATKIN ANDREW. Music occupies an important role in the cultural life of Russia. Russian Dance is based on a famous traditional song and reflects the characteristic elements of this expansive country. This composition develops over a steady tempo using varied and colourful effects to bring pleasure to musicians and audience alike. / Niveau : 1.5 / Musique légère originale / Répertoire / Concert Band

Selections from the Musical-Andrew Lloyd Webber est le plus célèbre compositeur de comédies musicales. Parmi ses nombreux succès on citera Jesus Christ Superstar Evita Cats Starlight Express et The Phantom of the Opera. Plus récemment il a lancé sa nouvelle production The Woman in White (La Dame en blanc) basée sur le roman du même nom écrit en 1860 par Wilkie Collins. Andrew Lloyd Webber y emploie sa formule testée et approuvée de longue date. Le roman raconte l?histoire d?un jeune homme qui un soir lors d?une promenade dans un parc rencontre une mystérieuse jeune femme toute de blanc vêtue que semble poursuivre une obscure menace. C?est pour lui le début d?une formidableaventure au cours de laquelle il tentera de percer le mystère qui entoure cette jeune femme. Au fil de son enquête se tisse la toile d?un roman où se mêlent amour intrigues et révélations. Lentement mais sûrement il progresse vers l?asile où est internée l?héroïne du roman pour de bien étranges raisons. Nul ne sait encore si The Woman in White connaîtra le même succès que The Phantom of the Opera (Le Fantôme de l?Opéra) mais la musique est indubitablement aussi passionnante que l?œuvre de Wilkie Collins. Johan de Meij a rassemblé les plus beaux thèmes dans un arrangement époustouflant parfaitement adapté pour une interprétation en concert.

Hymnus was commissioned by the Wilhelmina Easterein Fanfare Orchestra in the Autumn of 1999 for their performance at the World Music Contest Kerkrade. The commission was the result of a collaboration between the composer and the thenmusical director Marten van der Wal. The exact meaning of the word Hymnus is not known but it is taken in this presentation to mean hymn or hymn-like. The melodic material is organic and grows from an initial unison tone. Thisinterval is gradually expanded to form the cell F E C F a semitone third fifth. The only other melodic motif is the ascending three-note pattern spanning a major third. This is the second of his compositions to use this ascending motif theother being Fanfare for a Bright New Age for Brass Band and Organ also of 2000. These characteristic intervals appear in many contrasting moods and guises throughout the piece. The opening unison notes are intended to convey as sense ofpower and magnificence like the first sounds at the dawning of the universe. After the immense power a period of stunned silence and reverence. The evolution of the hymn melody incorporates a variety of moods and atmospheres sometimes expressing much joy and celebration whilst also suggesting periods of intense savagery or prayerful contemplation. The hymn builds as the piece progresses and is finally stated in its complete form at letter W. The official worldpremiere of the work was given by Wilhelmina Easterein at the World Music Contest 2001. Whilst the composer was unable to attend in person he was able to enjoy the premier simultaneously transmitted via a mobile phone from the audience! Conductors Note The tempo indications are to be viewed as a guide rather than a literal instruction. Within the music there is an innate sense of pulse and metre lending itself to considerable rubato. Melody is king and all else is mere support and decoration careful attention must therefore be given to balance.

Andrew Lloyd Webber est de tous les temps le compositeur de comédies musicales jouissant de la plus grande renommée et du plus grand succès. Des uvres telles que Cats et Phantom of the Opera ont été jouées sur toutes les scènes du monde et les spectateurs se sont comptés par millions. Erik Mast a redécouvert ce petit bijou peu connu mais néanmoins de toute beauté qui a dailleurs été récemment enregistré par Sarah Brightman.Un joli moment de quiétude lors de votre concert.

Arr. Michael Brown. Par LLOYD WEBBER ANDREW. / TV, Film, Comédie musicale / Répertoire / Concert Band

Arr. Ron Sebregts. Par WEBBER ANDREW LLOYD. Cette chanson, interprétée par Madonna dans l’adaptation cinématographique d’Alan Parker, est extraite de la comédie musicale Evita, écrite par le maître et inventeur de l’opéra-rock Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber. Evita retrace le destin exceptionnel d’Eva Peron, première dame d’Argentine. Elle a incarné l’espoir de tout un peuple et fut le guide spirituel de l’Argentine des années 40. / Niveau : 3 / Pop and rock / Recueil / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Cette chanson interprétée par Madonna dans l'adaptation cinématographique d'Alan Parker est extraite de la comédie musicale Evita écrite par le maître et inventeur de l'opéra-rock Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber. Evita retrace le destin exceptionnel d'Eva Peron première dame d'Argentine. Elle a incarné l'espoir de tout un peuple et fut le guide spirituel de l'Argentine des années 40.

The landmark musical that helped to usher in a new breed of exciting and dramatic music for the stage and screen. This high-powered opener features Heaven on Their Minds and Superstar with some nice featured woodwind lines mixed meters and a powerful finish.

In English-speaking countries ‘Away in a Manger’ is one of the first Christmas songs to be taught to little children. It is a moving song with simple words which makes it easy to understand. The song is also known as ‘Luther’s Cradle Hymn’. This suggests that Martin Luther was the author of the lyrics. According to researchers however this is a misconception – the author is unknown. In England ‘Away in a Manger’ is sung to a different melody than in the USA for example. The ‘English’ melody was composed by W.J. Kirkpatrick. Andrew Mackereth made a touching arrangement of the ‘English’ melody which suits the tender lyrics perfectly.

In English-speaking countries ‘Away in a Manger’ is one of the first Christmas songs to be taught to little children. It is a moving song with simple words which makes it easy to understand. The song is also known as ‘Luther’s Cradle Hymn’. This suggests that Martin Luther was the author of the lyrics. According to researchers however this is a misconception – the author is unknown. In England ‘Away in a Manger’ is sung to a different melody than in the USA for example. The ‘English’ melody was composed by W.J. Kirkpatrick. Andrew Mackereth made a touching arrangement of the ‘English’ melody which suits the tender lyrics perfectly.

The musical Phantom of the Opera is full of many songs that are instantly recognised and it has been fundamental in making the genre of Musicals extremely popular with people of all ages. Peter Lavender’s arrangement of this tender and moving ballad will sound fantastic with just about any band.

Le compositeur-interprète britannique Peter Skellern (1947) a débuté sa carrière artistique comme chef d?un chœur d?église. Après avoir reçu une solide formation au Collège de Musique Guildhall à Londres il travaille plusieurs années durant comme compositeur à la BBC. Il collabore également avec Andrew Lloyd Webber l?un des plus brillants compositeurs de comédies musicales. Peter Skellern a essentiellement composé des chansons d?amour lyriques dont la plus célèbre est You?re a Lady. Wim Stalman a réalisé un arrangement particulièrement brillant et fidèle à la version originale.

from The Phantom of the Opera-Here is a marvelously paced closing production on this familiar song from The Phantom of the Opera. Opening with a trumpet solo Paul's arrangement builds impressively to a climax then tapers to a quiet ending with the distinctively dissonant phantom chords.

from The Phantom of the Opera-This light-hearted and rhythmic production from The Phantom of the Opera offers a nice style contrast in your Phantom field show. Plenty of variety and energy.