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Rick Kirby
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
A Winter’s Night (based on “Silent Night”)
Though “Silent Night” has been arranged for band many times before, this unique setting by Rick Kirby deserves special attention. An oboe solo (cued for alto sax) accompanied by piano sets the stage for an impressive rhapsodic approach that includes lush full ensemble passages with harmonic twists, solos for recorder (flute), bassoon (tenor sax) and euphonium. Rick’s beautiful rendering ends with the band singing “Silent Night” in unison. Sure to become a holiday highlight.SKU: HL04003085 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
An American Fanfare
In this dynamic concert opener, Rick Kirby incorporates the normally hymn-like strains of “America (My Country, ‘Tis of Thee)” into a fast and energetic fanfare. The actual melody is stated only once in its entirety, and many liberties are taken with both melodic and harmonic elements of the original. Breathtaking! Dur: 1:40 (Grade 4)SKU: HL04002786 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Echoes in the Woods
The logging industry of Rib Lake in northern Wisconsin faded away 70 years ago, but echoes of that era remain today. Echoes in the Woods depicts the large mechanized logging camps of that earlier time, and also the quiet beauty of the forests and lakes in the region today. Using an overture format and a sense of bold adventure, this work features exciting rhythmic passages contrasted with a flowing and lyrical middle section. Dur: 4:55SKU: HL04005133 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
March to Concord
An important part of American history comes to life through March to Concord. The familiar patriotic anthem Chester is woven throughout the work coupled with an engaging original melody. Rick Kirby’s dynamic setting is both rhythmic and powerful, utilizing a range of variation techniques plus skillful handling of the percussion section. Dur: 3:15SKU: HL04003874 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
The Dragon Prince
This descriptive and engaging work follows the ancient tale of a handsome young prince forced (through evil sorcery) to live part of his life as a dragon. He marries the beautiful Griselda under the condition she never try to uncover his dark secret. Fate and curiosity intervene and she discovers his scaly and hideous identity only to be banished from his kingdom forever. With a significant portion of the fast section scored in 6/8, the music effectively spans emotions ranging from the dramatic, to tenderness, to majestic. Dur: 4:00SKU: HL04004600 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
The Legend of Tizona
Ancient history is filled with tales of magical swords used to further the cause of noble warriors and heroes. El Cid, the national hero of Spain, had his sword “Tizona” by his side during the Siege of Valencia in 1099. With striking use of dissonances, layers of sound, clapping effects and a dynamic percussion score. The Legend of Tizona takes the listener on an exciting musical adventure. Dur: 3:40SKU: HL04004602
