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James Curnow
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Canzona (Percussion Section Feature)
Here is a high-energy piece that gives your young percussionists a chance to shine. James Curnow employs a wide range of percussion instruments and effects in this entertaining and rollicking tour de force! Dur: 1:45SKU: HL04003878 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Concord Celebration
Incorporating a continuous set of variations (style, harmony, rhythm) on the Westminster Chimes of London’s Big Ben, this concise overture in one tempo celebrates an energetic and powerful spirit that the sounding of bells evokes in all of us. Nicely paced with simple meter changes and textural varieties. Dur: 2:45SKU: HL04005357 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Cumberland Gap Overture (A Wilderness Adventure)
Featuring mini-variations on the folk tune Cumberland Gap, this easy overture provides a musical portrait of travel through the Appalachian Mountains. Composed in a single tempo, there is still plenty of contrast in dynamics and scoring, plus fun effects. Dur: 2:20SKU: HL04005439 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Dance of the Tumblers (from The Snow Maiden) Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. James Curnow
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5Dance of the Tumblers (from The Snow Maiden) Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. James Curnow
From Rimsky-Korsakov’s opera Snow Maiden, “Dance of the Tumblers” is considered to be one of this composer’s most well known themes. Although brief in duration, this vibrant and energetic dance contains a wealth of music, and with its light-hearted spirit, is a perfect teaching tool for young players. Dur: 1:35SKU: HL04003199 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Excelsior!
With its Latin title translated as “onward and upward” this brief yet energetic overture for second-year players captures the spirit of adventure found in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s 1841 poem of the same name. The energetic pulse and powerful melodies will engage the imagination of your young players. Dur: 2:20SKU: HL04004332 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Fire of Eternal Glory (Novorossiyek Chimes)
Although considered to be a small work in Shostakovich’s catalog, “The Fire of Eternal Glory” was one of his best known works in the USSR. A recording of the piece, originally written for the war memorial in Novorossiyek, has been playing continuously at that location since its construction in 1960, possibly making it one of the most frequently played pieces of classical music in existence. James Curnow’s arrangement for young band begins with delicate sounds from the bells, and builds to a tremendous climax for full band. Dur: 2:30SKU: HL50490464 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 5
Hail the Champions
Commissioned for the University of Akron Symphonic Band, this dynamic work celebrates 100 years of music composed for the Olympic Games. Based on three primary themes, the first is a brilliant fanfare that serves as an introduction as well as a unifying link throughout. Second is the 1896 Olympic Hymn (music by Spyros Samaras) set in a beautiful lyric style which builds to a magnificent climax juxtaposed with the opening fanfare. The final section presents a new version of Mr. Curnow’s own Olympic Fanfare and Theme for the Olympic Flag which was commissioned for the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta and performed again in 2000. The dramatic closing is again combined with elements of the opening fanfare. Dur: c. 6:40(Recorded by the University of Akron Symphony Band – Dr. Galen S. Karriker, Director of Bands. Premiere performance conducted by James Curnow)
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
In the Valley of the Sun
Commissioned by the Sun City (AZ) Concert Band, In the Valley of the Sun is composed in a three-part overture format opening with a rollicking and rhythmic Western-style theme. The slow middle theme musically depicts the beauty of the Arizona desert with a flowing, yet angular melody. In the third section, the Western flavor returns to draw the work to an exciting and driving conclusion. (Grade 3.5) Dur: 5:50SKU: HL04003378 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Jubilee (Variations on “Saints Bound for Heaven”)
Based on the “shaped note” melody “Saints Bound for Heaven,” Jubilee by James Curnow captures a feeling of joyful celebration through a series of unique and skillfully adapted variations. The opening strains are actually fragments of the first variation and occur before the main tune is introduced by low brass and woodwinds. The second variation features a euphonium solo and builds to a glorious climax with the full ensemble. The final variation is joyful and filled with energy, using flourishes in the woodwinds and fanfares in the brass for a grand conclusion to this marvelous work. (Grade 3.5) Dur: 5:30SKU: HL04003191 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Kodiak!
Named in honor of the mighty Alaskan grizzly bear, Kodiak! is a musical portrait of this beautiful creature and its surroundings – sometimes fierce, sometimes gentle; but always impressive. Listen for the bear’s “growl” represented in the bass drum! Dur: 2:00SKU: HL04004747 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Legend of Old Abe
Named after President Lincoln, “Old Abe” was a famous bald eagle who served as mascot for the 8th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment during the Civil War. Legend of Old Abe is a marvelously descriptive work for young bands that takes the listener on a journey of Old Abe’s exploits. From a peaceful and serene opening the work progresses through the sounds of conflict and battle. The mood turns reflective and then triumphant as the music celebrates this amazing true story. A wonderful cross-curricular opportunity for your bandroom as you bring history to life through music. Dur: 3:50SKU: HL04004330 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
March from Suite for Variety Orchestra, No. 1
The Suite for Variety Orchestra, No. 1 (1956) is a work by Dmitri Shostakovich in eight movements that draws from the composer’s earlier themes. The first of these movements is the delightful “March,” originally found in Korzinkina’s Adventures, Op. 59 (1940). James Curnow has skillfully adapted this work for band, sure to become a welcome addition to the repertoire for winds.SKU: HL50498728 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Noel Fantasy
Here is a joyous celebration of the Christmas season featuring two familiar uptempo carols; the traditional French carol Noel Nouvelet and the 17th-century English carol The First Noel. James Curnow skillfully uses a set of variations and contrasting musical styles in weaving both tunes into an appealing and uplifting setting, perfect for any holiday concert.SKU: HL04003934 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Ode to the Spirit of Man (Fantasy on Themes of Beethoven)
A powerful work for the symphonic band, Ode to the Spirit of Man is based on thematic material taken from the fourth movement of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 and developed into a fantasy of kaleidoscopic nature. The opening is a joyful expression of the spirit of freedom and is based on the composer’s own themes derived from Beethoven’s music. Throughout the work, various themes from the symphony are interwoven, including Alla Marcia, Scherzo, Andante maestoso and finally the uplifting Ode to Joy. Dur: 5:15SKU: HL04003892 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Renaissance Suite
Here’s a superb way to introduce your band to the joys of early instrumental music. Jim Curnow’s well-conceived transcription is based on three 16th-century dances by Susato: I. Las Mourisque (Basse Danse), II. Mille regretz (Pavane), and III. La bataille (Pavane).SKU: HL24118010
