“Klar zum Gefect” (Action Front) was published in 1912. The title is a naval term used in preparation for combat - “man the guns.” As this is a German march, a tempo between 104-112 beats per minute would be most appropriate.
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Written in 1915, the background of America First has not been well documented. It is believed that Losey choose this particular title as a result of World War I taking place during the time the march was composed. As the original purpose of a march was for…
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RBC Publication’s Legacy of the March Series brings you timeless marches meticulously edited by Dr. Timothy Rhea. These works - beautifully engraved, are the perfect addition to your march library. Within this catalog you will find works by legendary march…
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Written in 1901, Army & Marine won the march composition contest sponsored by the London publishing house of Hawkes & Son. Zehle was still in German military service when this march was composed. He was undoubtedly grateful to the sailors who helped…
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The B.B. and C.F. March was commissioned by John Henry Iles around 1923, following the consolidation of the British Bandsman and The Contest Field, two periodicals that were greatly dedicated to brass bands. This outstanding concert march was been published…
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Banish the Moon is a musical description of a magical sunrise. It begins in the dark with the sounds of crickets and frogs calling softly. The tune in the clarinet and flute brings in the first hints of light. Instruments are introduced as the light grows and…
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Concert Band
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Tania Owens
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Brolga Music
The “Battle of the Winds” is a technical showcase in march form. Charles Duble’s experience as a low brass (trombone) player is particularly evident in the second strain of this march. From the first note, to the final stinger, the execution of the individual…
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Most marches reserve the instrumental “fireworks” for the trio interlude - also known as the “break-up” or “dog-fight” strain. In Battle Royal - composed in 1909 when Jewell’s euphonium playing skill was near its peak - the lower and upper brass begin their…
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An old Jewish poem - they were called psalms - talks of being led, “beside still waters”. The implication is that in troubling times there is a place to find peace and to deal with the stresses and strains that come upon us. That same poem talks about…
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Concert Band
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Ralph Hultgren
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Brolga Music
Between the Hills was written for The Gap Cluster Intermediate Band Camp. The Gap is a leafy valley full of lush bushland, natural beauty and a rich diversity of wildlife in Brisbane's west, nestled between Mt Coot-tha and Enoggera Hill. This work…
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Concert Band
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Claire Petherick
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Brolga Music