Christopher Columbus was born in Genoa in 1451. His father was a wool merchant. Originally he seemed destined to follow in his father's footsteps, and thus sailed the oceans to countries as far apart...
In Lord TullamoreCarl Wittrock ci comunica la 'sua' musica folk irlandese. La musica di questa composizione è molto variegata, coinvolgente e tutta nel segno della splendida isola. Lord Tullamore cont...
Molti off-beat - in tutte le parti - associati ad una melodia accattivante trasmettono un ottimismo contagioso. Come indica il titolo, Here We Go! a firma di Andreas Schulte è un brano perfetto per ap...
Crossroads è un interessante brano da concerto in quattro movimenti che confluiscono l'uno nell'altro, scritto per la 23a edizione della Musikfest del Bernischer Kantonal-Musikverband di Aarwangen, in...
A Farewell to Arms was written for commander Dick van Putten when he left The Royal Netherlands Marechaussee after many years of service. The composer combines traditional techniques like a fugato and...
A sonorous work with a pastoral atmosphere. This composition is not based on a Christmas song, but fits very well in the program of a Christmas concert! drum-part ad lib.
Rob Goorhuis riprende gli avvenimenti storici della battaglia di Varlar che ebbe luogo nel 1454 nella città di Coesfeld in Germania. Il brano inizia con un inno che simboleggia l'inaugurazione di una...
Since 1968, the blue cornflower has been the national flower of Estonia. During the Soviet rule, this flower also served as a symbol of the resistance. For this reason, composer Rob Goorhuis gave this...
Jamaica is an island in the Caribbean. In 1494 it was discovered by Christopher Columbus, who used it as private property until 1509. After some skirmishes it fell under British rule and the sugar tra...
Chester's musical pursuit has been depicted so well that it is a feast to perform and to listen to this composition. In his typical manner Blackstone succeeds in transforming an apparently musical phe...
Latin Dance Party is an infectious piece, steeped in authentic Latin feel. It starts out with a cha cha cha, a cheerful dance in which the dance partners look each other deep in the eyes. This is foll...
A ballad that hints at Australia where its composer used to live for a couple of years. It was the friendliness of both its human and animal inhabitants that inspired him to write this little paragon...
Dancing Ebony è un'opera impegnativa per clarinetto solo, che mette in mostra un solista virtuoso in un espressivo stile celtico. Il brano si apre con il suono lirico del clarinetto che racconta una b...
In questa ballata il tema dell'altruismo è affrontato già dalle prime misure. Con Hymn of Brotherhood , Egbert van Groningen esprime l'importanza di valori quali il rispetto, la riconosc...
Carl Wittrock si è ispirato agli enormi campi di ghiaccio che circondano il Polo Sud. Suoni colorati e maestosi forniscono alla composizione una visione affascinante di questo "sesto" continente. Anta...
Rondeau of the Shepherds, ' so ran the official title of the famous Dutch Christmas carol 'Midden in de winternacht'. In 1948 wrote Dutch poet and writer Harry Prenen this text. The melody is known by...
This ballad will take you to the countryside of France, where a genuine peace prevails. Picturesque villages and magnificent vistas in a musical way to show you this magnificent musical tribute to La...
Ole Olsen (4 July 1850 - 4 November 1927) was a Norwegian organist, composer, conductor and military musician. Originally written for piano, this lovely, tender lullaby has been arranged by Tom Brevik...
A wonderful - written originally for fanfare band - blues march with plenty of challenge!
Vittorio Monti was born on January 6, 1868 in Naples (Italy). His musical education (violin and composition), he enjoyed at the conservatory there. Around his 30's Monti went to Paris. He earned a liv...
Fanitullen is a lively, beautiful 'Sl?tt', i. e. an old Norwegian melody which is played on a traditional 'Hardingfele' (Hardanger fiddle). Because of its violent rhythm and exciting character, playin...
A beautiful, expressive flugelhorn solo on a Norwegian religious folk song of Ole Olsen, I himmelen.
The Light of the World is an emotional and versatile piece based on the well-known hymn tune Aurelia. This arrangement by Dean Goffin will leave a deep impression on both musicians and listeners.
Melancholy and romance in a contemporary setting. A small but brilliant gem of sonority based on a melody by the Norwegian composer Halfdan Kjerulf (1815-1868). Romance and a full command of timbre ar...
New Waves is a special composition. Although contemporary but still attractive to musicians and listeners. Norwegian composer Aagaard-Nilsen has failed in a special way to add new elements to the cont...
A gem from the Norwegian folk music. No difficult and complicated matter but music based on sounds and atmosphere. The melody is one of pure beauty and mystical characteristic of the tranquil scenery...
Eén van de mooiste melodieën ooit geschreven. Inmiddels al in vele bewerkingen bekend, maar voor fanfare was er nog geen enkel arrangement. Uw publiek zal smullen bij dit feest der herkenning.
Start your Christmas concert in a different way! This brilliant march, composed in the British march tradition, of Peter Graham is based on the famous song 'O Come All Ye Faithful' (Adeste Fidelis).
Original Light Music for fanfare band with written (playable) solos for trombone and trumpet.
A beautiful adaptation of this beautiful English hymn.
Change your band into a Big Band with the swinging sounds of this composition. It is a transcription by top arranger Klaas van der Woude of original light music by Barrie Gott. Various instruments can...
Arranger Sijtze van der Hoek made a contemporary arrangement of the hymn 'The Pilgrims Way'.
Originally, this very famous song by Adolphe Adam, was arranged for fanfare band and B-flat instrument. Yet it is perfectly possible to feature a vocal soloist. The text is therefore included. This wo...
Transeamus is a wonderful adaptation of the famous Christmas song Let us go to Bethlehem. The work is eminently suitable as the opening theme of your Christmas concert. Arranger Klaas van der Woude ar...
Based on The Virgin Mary had a baby boy.
All time Christmas cracker!
Robert Frank made a wonderful arrangement of this Christmas carol for Bb or Eb soloist and fanfare band, which sounds excellent especially on alto saxophone.
This particular arrangement by Leonard Ballentine was based on I know thou art mine, written in 1923. The result is not just a chorale, but more an Adagio for Orchestra, laced with interesting harmoni...
This beautiful and varied solo work, full of lyricism and technique, is a challenge for every euphonium player. 'Symphonic Rhapsody' is not just a solo with an accompaniment, but certainly a fascinati...
A fantastic result achieved with minimal effort, that is the secret formula of Star Lake. This upbeat march written by the doyen of English wind and brass instrument music. Eric Ball, will become the...
Go crazy with this amusing work for tuba (Eb Bass, Bb Bass ad lib) and band. Lyricism, humor and virtuosity packaged in a playful composition, arranged for band by Marten Miedema.
This composition, consisting of two movements, has everything in it to be the surprise of your performance. When the Rain is Coming begins even before the first note sounds. (home-made) rainmakers int...
On Wings of Liberty dimostra il talento naturale di Rob Goorhuis, uno dei più interessanti compositori olandesi degli ultimi anni, dotato di grande ispirazione in tutte le sue opere. Una marcia da con...
Based on an extremely well known American folksong, Shenandoah captivates listeners from the opening bars. The warm tones of this lovely melody for wind band will provide a calming interlude in your c...
Un brano per corno inglese o sassofono contralto tutto nel segno del temperamento spagnolo! Il compositore traduce in musica la passione e l'entusiasmo di danzatrici spagnole che si esibiscono in pist...
Listening to Holiday Impressions, you are instantly touched by the atmosphere of far-off lands, exotic cities and lonely beaches. Rob Goorhuis has translated his holiday impressions into a light, surp...
The sound of this arrangement of the well-known American song Make me a Channel of your Peace is remote, simple and above all exquisitely beautiful. It is a highly accessible piece that will gently ca...
A beautiful ballad by the talented German composer Andreas Ludwig Schulte. In the romantic A Reunion in Love a leading role for the trombone player.
Het werk Fright'ning White dat Rob Goorhuis in 1999 componeerde, handelt over de beeldwitten: spookfiguren die voorkwamen in vertellingen van Goerree-Overflakkkee in de Middeleeuwen. 'Als je in het na...
Overture Concertante werd geschreven in opdracht van de fanfare St. Joseph uit Meers in Limburg. Het is een spontaan en dynamisch muziekstuk. Het werk bevat veel interessante slagwerkpassages, waarond...
In the year 1368 a rapacious character takes up residence in the castle of Rijnesteyn at Cothen. He is Johan, bastard son of the Bishop of Utrecht. Round this now so peaceful castle eventful matters a...
The Innocent Condemned narra la storia dei 'Bokkerijders', briganti che nel XVIII secolo terrorizzavano con le loro gesta la regione olandese intorno a Limburg. I passaggi calmi proposti nel brano evo...
In opdracht van de fanfare Flora uit Aalsmeer componeerde Goorhuis het werk Fiori Musicali. Het 4-delige werk is een ode aan de bloemenpracht, een branche waarin Aalsmeer internationale bekendheid gen...
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 collaboratio...
Le Champion de Tir is de muzikale uitbeelding van een schuttersfeest. In de opening horen we het aanbreken van de dag. Het haantje kraait. Even later luiden de klokken, die de mensen ter kerke roepen...
Rousing opening fanfare including parts from Joy to the World. Challenging!
Meer dan 15 minuten spectaculaire muziek van de hand van Peter Graham. Vijf afwisselende delen brengen muzikant en luisteraar in Keltische sferen. Een topper voor brassband en nu dus ook voor fanfare.
Composed during the summer of 1988. Commissioned by The Norwegian Brass Band Club First performed in the Grieg Hall at the 10th Anniversary Concert for the Norwegian Championship, Bergen, February 198...
A thoroughly gripping melody of Irish descent constitutes the basis on which this exceedingly beautiful little piece of music rests. Down by the Salley Gardens is a guaranteed heartbreaker on your nex...
Latin American arrangement of three hymntunes. Also ideal as the 'other' interlude during a church service! Peter Graham's music is always a feast for conductor and musicians, and not at least to the...
This festive fanfare sets the tone for your concert or festival and is suitable for all sorts of occasions. The premiere took place in 2001 and was written for the special 70th anniversary of the PTT...
A majestic opening which gets a thoroughly sparkling musical follow-up, captivating ensemble and a very well-known hymn are the ingredients of Keep me praising by Andrew Mackareth from the English tow...
With this surprising little work, the composer not only intended to write a delightfully swinging composition. he also had an educational message up his sleeve. Especially as far as timing and rhytm a...
Your band will be the focal point of everyone's attention in this (parade) march. A simple but rewarding march, suitable for many occasions. Johan de Corff is fully conversant as far as writing marche...
Fúzje is in opdracht geschreven van de fanfare Ons Genoegen uit het Friese dorp Marssum ter gelegenheid van haar 100 jarig bestaan in 2001. Het werk heeft vier deeltjes, die in elkaar overlopen. Er w...
The idyllic village Beetsterzwaag, in the east of Friesland, and its surroundings are depicted in this suite. The first part describes the main street with its liveliness. The second part brings us to...
The atmosphere of the Wild West is caught in a striking and most imaginative way by young composer Andreas Schulte in this work. A caravan of gold- and fortuneseekers launch themselves into a big adve...
A simple melody, with accompaniment in blue, becomes a wonderful expressive piece. There are opportunities for improvisation, but the indicated solos have been composed. Select your favourite instrume...
Zamunda is the name of an island that does not exist but only lives in the spirit of Andrew Mackereth. Listening to this composition you can imagine that Zamunda is a touristic attraction that can gro...
Undoubtedly, a smile will come to your face whenever you listen to 'Smile', for this little piece is guaranteed to bring mirth and good cheer to each and everyone. What is more, your bandsmen will alm...
As long as we can remember, trumpets and percussion have been the instruments most closely associated with the army and its soldiers. Just think of the medieval herald who publicly proclaimed all the...
Dit werk werd gecomponeerd voor de fanfare St. Cecilia uit Schimmert. Zeer verschillende muzikale gegevens wisselen elkaar af. Zo wordt de signaal-achtige opening gevolgd door een brede statische pass...
Rhapsody for Tienhoven' is a short concert for saxophone and fanfare band. The solo part in its instrumentation distinguishes itself from the other saxophone solos. The soloist should be able to play...
The drummer in the spotlight. A heavy piece with a fat heavy beat. In three sections. Great for the lower sections and youth bands.