works for solo saxophone
Eighteen
Home
KBM
Saxon Place
WESTLAND
works for solo saxophone & backing track
My Mountain Top
works for saxophone & piano
AND EVERYTHING IS STILL...
Deep Blue
FUJIKO
King of Astoria
MHP
Paquito
RESPECTFULLY YOURS
SONATA
THREE LETTER WORD
TIN CAN
tjuonavagge
orchestration two alto saxophones & piano, ensemble version also available
duration 8:30
available to buy HERE
duration 8:30
available to buy HERE
WHISPER GOODBYE
ZEBRA CROSSING
works for saxophone & guitar
NEMESIS
works for saxophone & percussion
NEMesis
works for saxophone quartet
Chrysalis Moon
His Phantom Sweetheart
My Mountain Top
Now & Then
orchestration saxophone quartet
duration 12:00
duration 12:00
works for mixed saxophone ensemble
Aquarelle
orchestration flute, tenor saxophone & harp
duration 9:00
duration 9:00
works for saxophone ensemble
Big Red
orchestration saxophone ensemble (Sn,S,S,A,A,A,T,T,T,B,B,Bs)
duration 4:00
duration 4:00
DON't Shoot the duck
orchestration Saxophone ensemble (9 saxophones & rhythm section) plus 3 alternate parts – alternate soprano replacing sopranino, easier alto part, easier tenor sax part, alternate baritone replace bass sax)
duration 7:00
duration 7:00
Estuário
orchestration: Saxophone Ensemble (soprano x 2, alto x 5, tenor x 3, baritone x 2)
duration 4:30
duration 4:30
GOLDEN HORN
orchestration: Saxophone ensemble (12 saxophones & optional percussion – soprano sax x 3, alto x 3, tenor x 3, baritone sax x 2, bass sax, optional drum kit & bongos)
duration 3:00
duration 3:00
Jumbo
orchestration: Saxophone ensemble (12 saxophones – sopranino sax, soprano sax x 2, alto x 3, tenor x 3, baritone sax x 2, bass sax)
duration 4:00
duration 4:00
Lip Service
orchestration: Saxophone ensemble & rhythm section(Soprano sax x2, Alto sax x2. Tenor sax x2. Baritone sax x2, Bass sax, Electric guitar, Bass guitar, keyboard, drums) PLUS 3 alternate parts – easier Alto part, easier tenor part & alternate baritone part replacing bass saxophone.
duration 6:00
duration 6:00
Millenium Train
orchestration: saxophone Ensemble (2x soprano saxophones, 5x alto saxophones, 3x tenor saxophones, 2x baritone saxophones, bass guitar and optional piano (or keyboard) PLUS 2 optional Alto parts (replacing tenor 1 & 2)
duration 6:00
duration 6:00
Momento
orchestration: Saxophone Ensemble (Sopranino, Soprano x 2, Alto x 3, Tenor x 3, Baritone x 2, Bass)
duration 6:00
duration 6:00
Paquito
orchestration: Saxophone ensemble (S, S,S,A,A,A,T,T,T,B,B,Bs)
duration 3:00
duration 3:00
Sax of Gold
orchestration: Saxophone ensemble (Soprano sax x2, Alto sax x2. Tenor sax x3. Baritone sax x2,) Bass guitar, drums
duration 4:30
duration 4:30
Time Please
orchestration: saxophone ensemble (9 saxophones & rhythm section)
duration 6:00
duration 6:00
Tjounavagge
orchestration: saxophone ensemble (2 solo alto saxes, Sop x3, alto x3, tenor x3, Bari x2, bass sax)
duration 8:30
duration 8:30
Two Fat Ladies
orchestration: sax ensemble & rhythm section - S,S,S,A,A,A,T,T,T,B,B,Bs, Keyboard, Bass Guitar & Drums
duration 7:00
duration 7:00
works for flute & backing track
My Mountain Top
works for flute & guitar
And Everything is Still...
Fujiko
Nemesis
Paquito
Sonata
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works for flute & piano
And Everything is Still...
Café Europa
ORCHESTRATION flute & piano
compilation of 10 pieces with Rob Buckland
1. Café Europa - Rob Buckland
2. Tango - Andy Scott
3. Hymn - Rob Buckland
4. No Worries! - Andy Scott
5. Travellin' Light - Rob Buckland
6. Serene in Green - Andy Scott
7. Lucky for Some - Rob Buckland
8. Gatecrash - Andy Scott
9. Another Aria - Rob Buckland
10. Ardnagashel - Andy Scott
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 10 pieces with Rob Buckland
1. Café Europa - Rob Buckland
2. Tango - Andy Scott
3. Hymn - Rob Buckland
4. No Worries! - Andy Scott
5. Travellin' Light - Rob Buckland
6. Serene in Green - Andy Scott
7. Lucky for Some - Rob Buckland
8. Gatecrash - Andy Scott
9. Another Aria - Rob Buckland
10. Ardnagashel - Andy Scott
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
Eight Pieces
ORCHESTRATION flute & piano
compilation of 8 pieces with Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 8 pieces with Rob Buckland
- Bad Hair Day Andy Scott
- You Never Know Rob Buckland
- Never the Same Rob Buckland
- Free-Running Rob Buckland
- Best Left Unsaid Andy Scott
- Shuffletown Rob Buckland
- Flootsie Rob Buckland
- Mountain Dreams Andy Scott
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
Fujiko
Respectfully Yours
Salt of the Earth
Sonata
Three Letter Word
works for flute & percussion
Nemesis
works for flute mixed ensemble
Aquarelle
works for solo clarinet
Changing Times
ORCHESTRATION solo clarinet
compilation of pieces with Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of pieces with Rob Buckland
- Empire Building Andy Scott
- Changing Times Rob Buckland
- Sphere Andy Scott
- Fly on the Wall Rob Buckland
- Henry’s Banquet Andy Scott
- Latin Dance Rob Buckland
- I Know You Andy Scott
- Abstraction Rob Buckland
- Two Three Andy Scott
- Tenderly Rob Buckland
- Charming Snakes Rob Buckland
- Green Tea Andy Scott
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
Clarinet Solos Book 1
ORCHESTRATION solo clarinet
compilation of pieces with ASQ Series
Scaredy Cat - Rob Buckland
China Doll - Andy Scott
Juice - Andy Scott
Tell me the Time! - Tim Redpath
Stomp! - Rob Buckland
Emerald Engine - Tim Redpath
Spot the Ball - Andy Scott
Where's the Water? - Andy Scott
Goatherd's Song - Will Gregory
Reflexology - Andy Scott
Time after Time - Rob Buckland
Splott - Andy Scott
Monster Job - Andy Scott
Steady - Andy Scott
Brazilian Walk - Rob Buckland
Group Four - Andy Scott
Squaring the Circle - Rob Buckland
Ice Dance - Rob Buckland
Stretch - Andy Scott
Captain Legpipe - Will Gregory
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of pieces with ASQ Series
Scaredy Cat - Rob Buckland
China Doll - Andy Scott
Juice - Andy Scott
Tell me the Time! - Tim Redpath
Stomp! - Rob Buckland
Emerald Engine - Tim Redpath
Spot the Ball - Andy Scott
Where's the Water? - Andy Scott
Goatherd's Song - Will Gregory
Reflexology - Andy Scott
Time after Time - Rob Buckland
Splott - Andy Scott
Monster Job - Andy Scott
Steady - Andy Scott
Brazilian Walk - Rob Buckland
Group Four - Andy Scott
Squaring the Circle - Rob Buckland
Ice Dance - Rob Buckland
Stretch - Andy Scott
Captain Legpipe - Will Gregory
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
works for clarinet & piano
CafÉ Europa
ORCHESTRATION clarinet & piano
compilation of 10 pieces with Rob Buckland
1. Café Europa - Rob Buckland
2. Tango - Andy Scott
3. Hymn - Rob Buckland
4. No Worries! - Andy Scott
5. Travellin' Light - Rob Buckland
6. Serene in Green - Andy Scott
7. Lucky for Some - Rob Buckland
8. Gatecrash - Andy Scott
9. Another Aria - Rob Buckland
10. Ardnagashel - Andy Scott
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 10 pieces with Rob Buckland
1. Café Europa - Rob Buckland
2. Tango - Andy Scott
3. Hymn - Rob Buckland
4. No Worries! - Andy Scott
5. Travellin' Light - Rob Buckland
6. Serene in Green - Andy Scott
7. Lucky for Some - Rob Buckland
8. Gatecrash - Andy Scott
9. Another Aria - Rob Buckland
10. Ardnagashel - Andy Scott
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
Clarinet & Piano Book 1
ORCHESTRATION clarinet & piano
compilation of 8 pieces with ASQ Series
1. Bad Hair Day - Andy Scott
2. Da, Comrade Sax! - David Roach
3. Never the Same - Rob Buckland
4. You Never Know - Rob Buckland
5. Rain on Sand - David Roach
6. Free-Running - Rob Buckland
7. Best Left Unsaid - Andy Scott
8. Shuffletown - Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 8 pieces with ASQ Series
1. Bad Hair Day - Andy Scott
2. Da, Comrade Sax! - David Roach
3. Never the Same - Rob Buckland
4. You Never Know - Rob Buckland
5. Rain on Sand - David Roach
6. Free-Running - Rob Buckland
7. Best Left Unsaid - Andy Scott
8. Shuffletown - Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
Fujiko
works for clarinet ensemble
Fujiko
ORCHESTRATION Clarinet ensemble - 9 clarinets 1 Eb, 4 Bb, 1 Alto, 2 Bass, 9 clarinets 1 Eb, 4 Bb, 1 Alto, 2 Bass, 1 Contrabass
DURATION 4:00
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DURATION 4:00
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
Jumbo
ORCHESTRATION Clarinet ensemble - 12 clarinets - Eb clarinet, Bb clarinet x6, Alto clarinet x2, Bass clarinet x2, Contrabass clarinet
DURATION 4:00
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
DURATION 4:00
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
Paquito
ORCHESTRATION Clarinet ensemble - 12 clarinets (Eb clarinet, Bb clarinet x6, Alto clarinet x2, Bass clarinet x2, Contrabass clarinet)
DURATION 4:00
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DURATION 4:00
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
ORCHESTRATION Clarinet ensemble - 12 clarinets (Eb clarinet, Bb clarinet x6, Alto clarinet x2, Bass clarinet x2, Contrabass clarinet)
DURATION 4:00
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
DURATION 4:00
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
works for baritone horn
Film
Time Travels
ORCHESTRATION baritone horn & piano
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
- Johannes Brahms arr. Andy Scott - Cradle Song
- Trad.Russian arr. Rob Buckland - Song of the Volga Boatmen
- Rob Buckland - Saxi-Taxi
- Andy Scott - Never A Word Spoke She
- Pyotr Tchaikovsky arr. Rob Buckland - March of the Wooden Soldiers
- Franz Schubert arr. Andy Scott - Who Is Sylvia
- Andy Scott - Corazon
- Rob Buckland - Paris
- Edward MacDowell arr. Rob Buckland - To A Wild Rose
- J.S. Bach arr. Rob Buckland - March from Anna Magdelena’s notebook
- Andy Scott - Castanet
- Rob Buckland - Wonky Donkey
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
works for cornet
Fujiko
Time Travels
ORCHESTRATION cornet & piano
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
- Johannes Brahms arr. Andy Scott - Cradle Song
- Trad.Russian arr. Rob Buckland - Song of the Volga Boatmen
- Rob Buckland - Saxi-Taxi
- Andy Scott - Never A Word Spoke She
- Pyotr Tchaikovsky arr. Rob Buckland - March of the Wooden Soldiers
- Franz Schubert arr. Andy Scott - Who Is Sylvia
- Andy Scott - Corazon
- Rob Buckland - Paris
- Edward MacDowell arr. Rob Buckland - To A Wild Rose
- J.S. Bach arr. Rob Buckland - March from Anna Magdelena’s notebook
- Andy Scott - Castanet
- Rob Buckland - Wonky Donkey
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
works for euphonium
Concerto for Euphonium
Fujiko
Let There Be Peace
My Mountain Top
Respectfully Yours
Salt of the Earth Gospel
Time Travels
ORCHESTRATION euphonium & piano
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
- Johannes Brahms arr. Andy Scott - Cradle Song
- Trad.Russian arr. Rob Buckland - Song of the Volga Boatmen
- Rob Buckland - Saxi-Taxi
- Andy Scott - Never A Word Spoke She
- Pyotr Tchaikovsky arr. Rob Buckland - March of the Wooden Soldiers
- Franz Schubert arr. Andy Scott - Who Is Sylvia
- Andy Scott - Corazon
- Rob Buckland - Paris
- Edward MacDowell arr. Rob Buckland - To A Wild Rose
- J.S. Bach arr. Rob Buckland - March from Anna Magdelena’s notebook
- Andy Scott - Castanet
- Rob Buckland - Wonky Donkey
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
works for flugel horn
And Everything is Still...
TIMe Travels
ORCHESTRATION flugel horn & piano
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
- Johannes Brahms arr. Andy Scott - Cradle Song
- Trad.Russian arr. Rob Buckland - Song of the Volga Boatmen
- Rob Buckland - Saxi-Taxi
- Andy Scott - Never A Word Spoke She
- Pyotr Tchaikovsky arr. Rob Buckland - March of the Wooden Soldiers
- Franz Schubert arr. Andy Scott - Who Is Sylvia
- Andy Scott - Corazon
- Rob Buckland - Paris
- Edward MacDowell arr. Rob Buckland - To A Wild Rose
- J.S. Bach arr. Rob Buckland - March from Anna Magdelena’s notebook
- Andy Scott - Castanet
- Rob Buckland - Wonky Donkey
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
works for trumpet
Freedom of movement
Time Travels
ORCHESTRATION trumpet & piano
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
compilation of 12 pieces with Rob Buckland
- Johannes Brahms arr. Andy Scott - Cradle Song
- Trad.Russian arr. Rob Buckland - Song of the Volga Boatmen
- Rob Buckland - Saxi-Taxi
- Andy Scott - Never A Word Spoke She
- Pyotr Tchaikovsky arr. Rob Buckland - March of the Wooden Soldiers
- Franz Schubert arr. Andy Scott - Who Is Sylvia
- Andy Scott - Corazon
- Rob Buckland - Paris
- Edward MacDowell arr. Rob Buckland - To A Wild Rose
- J.S. Bach arr. Rob Buckland - March from Anna Magdelena’s notebook
- Andy Scott - Castanet
- Rob Buckland - Wonky Donkey
AVAILABLE TO BUY HERE
works for tuba
And Everything is Still...
Deep Blue
Eighteen
Going Down
Les Blues
My Mountain Top
Salt of the Earth
SALT OF THE EARTH Finale
works for brass ensemble
works for brass band
A World Within
orchestration Brass Band
duration 13:00
LINK TO PURCHASE HERE
A World Within was the first of Andy's pieces as composer in residence with Foden's Band, and is dedicated to Peter Fletcher, president of Foden's Band. The world premiere performance was given at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival Of Brass in January 2009, Foden's Band conducted by Garry Cutt. A World Within was recorded by Foden's Band conducted by Mike Fowles on the CD 'A World Within' (SP&S DOYCD276) released in September 2010. This piece is jazz and blues influenced, in one continuous movement, and features solos for flugal horn and trombone.
duration 13:00
LINK TO PURCHASE HERE
A World Within was the first of Andy's pieces as composer in residence with Foden's Band, and is dedicated to Peter Fletcher, president of Foden's Band. The world premiere performance was given at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival Of Brass in January 2009, Foden's Band conducted by Garry Cutt. A World Within was recorded by Foden's Band conducted by Mike Fowles on the CD 'A World Within' (SP&S DOYCD276) released in September 2010. This piece is jazz and blues influenced, in one continuous movement, and features solos for flugal horn and trombone.
And Everything is Still...
orchestration brass band featuring tenor horn
duration 3:30
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden's Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden's Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD "A World Within" (world of Brass DOYCD276)
duration 3:30
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden's Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden's Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD "A World Within" (world of Brass DOYCD276)
Battle of Barossa
orchestration Brass Band with optional narrator
duration 16:00
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Commissioned by Foden's Band and Armagh Old Boys' Silver Band to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Foden's association with the people of Armagh. Each February Foden's give performances and workshops in Armagh, organised by Ivor Stevenson. World premiere at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival of Brass 2010, Foden's Band conducted by Garry Cutt, with narration by Ivor Stevenson. Recorded on the CD 'A World Within' (SP&S DOYCD276).
Battle of Barossa is scored for brass band and narrator and is one continuous movement. The piece tells the story of the famous Battle of Barossa in March 1811, with musical sections depicting events as they unravel.
Battle of Barossa can also be performed without narrator, in which case the running time is between 11 and 16 minutes.
duration 16:00
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Commissioned by Foden's Band and Armagh Old Boys' Silver Band to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Foden's association with the people of Armagh. Each February Foden's give performances and workshops in Armagh, organised by Ivor Stevenson. World premiere at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival of Brass 2010, Foden's Band conducted by Garry Cutt, with narration by Ivor Stevenson. Recorded on the CD 'A World Within' (SP&S DOYCD276).
Battle of Barossa is scored for brass band and narrator and is one continuous movement. The piece tells the story of the famous Battle of Barossa in March 1811, with musical sections depicting events as they unravel.
Battle of Barossa can also be performed without narrator, in which case the running time is between 11 and 16 minutes.
Big Red
orchestration Brass Band
duration 4:00
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden's Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden's Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD "A World Within" (world of Brass DOYCD276)
Programme note The brevity of this piece belies its power and beauty, building up in waves of subtle ensemble layers. The hauntingly moving last few bars seem particularly heartfelt.
Percussion: 4 players. Wind Chimes, Suspended Cymbal, Glockenspiel, Triangle, Bass Drum, Tam Tam, Timpani, Vibraphone, Tubular Bells
duration 4:00
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden's Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden's Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD "A World Within" (world of Brass DOYCD276)
Programme note The brevity of this piece belies its power and beauty, building up in waves of subtle ensemble layers. The hauntingly moving last few bars seem particularly heartfelt.
Percussion: 4 players. Wind Chimes, Suspended Cymbal, Glockenspiel, Triangle, Bass Drum, Tam Tam, Timpani, Vibraphone, Tubular Bells
Blue Phantom
orchestration Brass Band
duration 4:00
LINK TO PURCHASE HERE
Blue Phantom opens with a reflective solo for flugelhorn before moving into a 3/2 samba. Groovy and catchy melodies and riffs ensure that this is a piece that both performers and audiences enjoy! A notated solo for trombone may be improvised if preferred, and the return of the opening flugelhorn melody to conclude the piece, this time over a groove, lends itself to additional singing and choreography.
Andy Scott was commissioned to write Blue Phantom for Lions Youth Brass Band, directed by Nigel Birch, for world premiere at the European Brass Band Championships (Youth Section) in Montreux, Switzerland, on Sunday 28th April 2019. In the 1970 World Cup the England goalkeeper Gordon Banks made an incredible save from the Brazilian superstar Pele, who described the moment as Banks flew across his goal as like seeing a ‘blue phantom’. The title seems especially appropriate given both the style of music (originating from Brazil) and the fact that Lions Youth Band are based in Sandbach, the nearest big town being Stoke, where Banks was a legend for Stoke City FC, and where he sadly passed away in early 2019.
duration 4:00
LINK TO PURCHASE HERE
Blue Phantom opens with a reflective solo for flugelhorn before moving into a 3/2 samba. Groovy and catchy melodies and riffs ensure that this is a piece that both performers and audiences enjoy! A notated solo for trombone may be improvised if preferred, and the return of the opening flugelhorn melody to conclude the piece, this time over a groove, lends itself to additional singing and choreography.
Andy Scott was commissioned to write Blue Phantom for Lions Youth Brass Band, directed by Nigel Birch, for world premiere at the European Brass Band Championships (Youth Section) in Montreux, Switzerland, on Sunday 28th April 2019. In the 1970 World Cup the England goalkeeper Gordon Banks made an incredible save from the Brazilian superstar Pele, who described the moment as Banks flew across his goal as like seeing a ‘blue phantom’. The title seems especially appropriate given both the style of music (originating from Brazil) and the fact that Lions Youth Band are based in Sandbach, the nearest big town being Stoke, where Banks was a legend for Stoke City FC, and where he sadly passed away in early 2019.
Brass Explosion!
orchestration Brass Band
duration 3:00
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A commission from Desford Colliery Band for its tour of Asia 2010. Premiered in Singapore by Desford Band, conducted by Jason Katsikaris at the first "Brass Explosion Festival". Using a theme from Handel's "Music for The Royal Fireworks" this short and punchy piece is an ideal opener, closer or encore for a brass band concert. Recorded by Foden's Band on the CD Patrons' Choice IV in 2011.
Percussion: 3 players. Timpani, Snare Drum, Tam-tam, Cymbals, Tubular Bells, Vibraphone.
duration 3:00
LINK TO PURCHASE HERE
A commission from Desford Colliery Band for its tour of Asia 2010. Premiered in Singapore by Desford Band, conducted by Jason Katsikaris at the first "Brass Explosion Festival". Using a theme from Handel's "Music for The Royal Fireworks" this short and punchy piece is an ideal opener, closer or encore for a brass band concert. Recorded by Foden's Band on the CD Patrons' Choice IV in 2011.
Percussion: 3 players. Timpani, Snare Drum, Tam-tam, Cymbals, Tubular Bells, Vibraphone.
Excerpt from Brass Explosion! by Andy Scott for brass band. The whole piece is available on this link bit.ly/2u2cSeB. From Patrons Choice IV by Foden's Band conducted by Michael Fowles - World of Brass DOYCD267
BRASS revolution!
orchestration Youth Brass Band
duration 18:00
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Love Music Trust (the music hub for Cheshire East) in conjunction with Foden’s Brass Band and members of Love Music Trust Academy, Poynton, Macclesfield, Lions and Foden’s Youth Brass Bands, with students from Haslington Primary School, gave the world premiere of Brass Revolution at Birmingham Town Hall on 4th July 2018 as part of the Music for Youth National Festival.
A commission from composer/saxophonist Andy Scott, Brass Revolution is an explosion of sound and colour with young brass players improvising their way onto the stage, before embarking on a journey that pays homage both to the brass band tradition and jazz, rock and funk grooves associated with the 1960’s and beyond!
Brass Revolution celebrates youth and music, with an attitude (via narration, singing & playing) and message that ‘we (the younger generation) will be heard’. Funky grooves merge with slow melodies, hard-hitting horn lines are juxtaposed with delicate smaller ensemble work.
Scored for youth brass band, with additional ‘wider opportunities parts’ and ‘easy parts’ Brass Revolution is an 18-minute continuous work.
duration 18:00
LINK TO PURCHASE HERE
Love Music Trust (the music hub for Cheshire East) in conjunction with Foden’s Brass Band and members of Love Music Trust Academy, Poynton, Macclesfield, Lions and Foden’s Youth Brass Bands, with students from Haslington Primary School, gave the world premiere of Brass Revolution at Birmingham Town Hall on 4th July 2018 as part of the Music for Youth National Festival.
A commission from composer/saxophonist Andy Scott, Brass Revolution is an explosion of sound and colour with young brass players improvising their way onto the stage, before embarking on a journey that pays homage both to the brass band tradition and jazz, rock and funk grooves associated with the 1960’s and beyond!
Brass Revolution celebrates youth and music, with an attitude (via narration, singing & playing) and message that ‘we (the younger generation) will be heard’. Funky grooves merge with slow melodies, hard-hitting horn lines are juxtaposed with delicate smaller ensemble work.
Scored for youth brass band, with additional ‘wider opportunities parts’ and ‘easy parts’ Brass Revolution is an 18-minute continuous work.
Concerto for Euphonium
orchestration Euphonium & Brass Band
duration 15:00
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The Concerto for Euphonium was commissioned by Glyn Williams and Foden’s Band and premiered at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival of Brass in January 2011. The work has three movements: The Lure of the Red Jacket, Far Beyond the Stars and the Dragon's Den.
duration 15:00
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The Concerto for Euphonium was commissioned by Glyn Williams and Foden’s Band and premiered at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival of Brass in January 2011. The work has three movements: The Lure of the Red Jacket, Far Beyond the Stars and the Dragon's Den.
Defiance
orchestration Brass Band
duration 15:00
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A single movement work, Defiance is inspired by and dedicated to the spirit of the people of Manchester U.K.
Defiance opens with a chorale-like statement that moves through several key centres, with a spiritual centre of strength. The top brass bands possess an ensemble sound, dynamic range and emotion second to none, and this sets the tone for the piece, with solo horn and flugelhorn leading the way. Fairey Band, who commissioned Defiance, was formed in 1937 and the music that follows is influenced by the music of this era. A ‘jungle’ swing feel sets the tone for ensemble and soloistic challenges. The bass trombone and bass section locking in with drums and tom toms, over which solos follow for euphonium and horn. However the main emphasis is on the full ensemble, exploring colours and textures whilst all the time challenging the players to swing! Out of the 1930’s groove emerges an Eb bass unaccompanied cadenza, which explores different emotions in a lyrical setting, followed by a virtuosic flugel horn cadenza that leads us into a bridge section that is a variation of the opening theme. There are optional solo cadenzas that are written for euphonium and solo cornet, giving bands a choice of which players to feature.
The second half of Defiance brings us to the present day. Insistent rhythms and riffs represent both the industrial heritage of Manchester and regeneration of the city, with a ‘four on the floor’ kit bass drum tipping it’s hat to ‘Madchester’ of the 1980’s. A short edgy and angular ensemble section that features a number of time changes returns as a solo cornet and solo trombone duo, almost fugue-like, with solo euphonium and flugelhorn augmenting the duo to a quartet. The band then moves into the ‘remembrance’ section of Defiance. ‘We will not be beaten’ is the clear message, carried by the tone, emotion and power of the full band. The short coda of Defiance sends out a message of positivity, drawing on elements heard in the second half of the piece.
Defiance was commissioned by Fairey Band with support from Brass Band England and funding from the PRS Foundation. The World Premiere of Defiance was given by Fairey Band conducted by Garry Cutt at the European Brass Band Championships, Utrecht, Holland on 5th May 2018.
duration 15:00
LINK TO PURCHASE HERE
A single movement work, Defiance is inspired by and dedicated to the spirit of the people of Manchester U.K.
Defiance opens with a chorale-like statement that moves through several key centres, with a spiritual centre of strength. The top brass bands possess an ensemble sound, dynamic range and emotion second to none, and this sets the tone for the piece, with solo horn and flugelhorn leading the way. Fairey Band, who commissioned Defiance, was formed in 1937 and the music that follows is influenced by the music of this era. A ‘jungle’ swing feel sets the tone for ensemble and soloistic challenges. The bass trombone and bass section locking in with drums and tom toms, over which solos follow for euphonium and horn. However the main emphasis is on the full ensemble, exploring colours and textures whilst all the time challenging the players to swing! Out of the 1930’s groove emerges an Eb bass unaccompanied cadenza, which explores different emotions in a lyrical setting, followed by a virtuosic flugel horn cadenza that leads us into a bridge section that is a variation of the opening theme. There are optional solo cadenzas that are written for euphonium and solo cornet, giving bands a choice of which players to feature.
The second half of Defiance brings us to the present day. Insistent rhythms and riffs represent both the industrial heritage of Manchester and regeneration of the city, with a ‘four on the floor’ kit bass drum tipping it’s hat to ‘Madchester’ of the 1980’s. A short edgy and angular ensemble section that features a number of time changes returns as a solo cornet and solo trombone duo, almost fugue-like, with solo euphonium and flugelhorn augmenting the duo to a quartet. The band then moves into the ‘remembrance’ section of Defiance. ‘We will not be beaten’ is the clear message, carried by the tone, emotion and power of the full band. The short coda of Defiance sends out a message of positivity, drawing on elements heard in the second half of the piece.
Defiance was commissioned by Fairey Band with support from Brass Band England and funding from the PRS Foundation. The World Premiere of Defiance was given by Fairey Band conducted by Garry Cutt at the European Brass Band Championships, Utrecht, Holland on 5th May 2018.
Listen to the whole piece on this link vimeo.com/ondemand/ebbc18ownchoice/270381570
Film
orchestration Brass Band with solo baritone
duration 3:30
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A feature for solo baritone in a melodic & atmospheric Ennio Morricone inspired piece.
Originally scored for and commissioned by the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet, and recorded on its CD 'Dances' (Chandos), Jim Fieldhouse has arranged 'Film' beautifully, creating a delicate balance between the soloist & band, and using the dynamic potential and warmth of the instruments of a brass band to the full.
Percussion: 3 players. Tam-tam, Timpani, Tubular Bells, Glock, Triangle, Suspended Cymbal, Wind Chimes, Vibraphone
duration 3:30
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A feature for solo baritone in a melodic & atmospheric Ennio Morricone inspired piece.
Originally scored for and commissioned by the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet, and recorded on its CD 'Dances' (Chandos), Jim Fieldhouse has arranged 'Film' beautifully, creating a delicate balance between the soloist & band, and using the dynamic potential and warmth of the instruments of a brass band to the full.
Percussion: 3 players. Tam-tam, Timpani, Tubular Bells, Glock, Triangle, Suspended Cymbal, Wind Chimes, Vibraphone
Fujiko
orchestration Brass Band featuring solo cornet
duration 5:00
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden's Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden's Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD "A World Within" (world of Brass DOYCD276)
Fujiko is cinematic soundscape that reflects its Japanese roots, where the original clarinet version was premiered in 2005. A feature for solo cornet that commences with a simple folk-like melody, and builds to a powerful and emotive climax, before an atmospheric and calm ending. Originally commissioned by the British Clarinet Ensemble & funded by the Clarinet & Saxophone Society of Great Britain & Henri Selmer Paris., Fujiko has been expertly arranged for Brass Band by good friend and colleague, Jim Fieldhouse.
Percussion: 4 players. wind chimes, suspended cymbal, tubular bells, tam-tam, tambourine, glockenspiel, rain stick, triangle, timpani, vibraphone
duration 5:00
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden's Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden's Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD "A World Within" (world of Brass DOYCD276)
Fujiko is cinematic soundscape that reflects its Japanese roots, where the original clarinet version was premiered in 2005. A feature for solo cornet that commences with a simple folk-like melody, and builds to a powerful and emotive climax, before an atmospheric and calm ending. Originally commissioned by the British Clarinet Ensemble & funded by the Clarinet & Saxophone Society of Great Britain & Henri Selmer Paris., Fujiko has been expertly arranged for Brass Band by good friend and colleague, Jim Fieldhouse.
Percussion: 4 players. wind chimes, suspended cymbal, tubular bells, tam-tam, tambourine, glockenspiel, rain stick, triangle, timpani, vibraphone
Golden Horn
orchestration Brass Band
duration 3:00
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Golden Horn was originally written for Brass Band. The Golden Horn was commissioned by Allan Withington & Stavanger Brass Band (Norway), and given a world premiere at Siddis in November 2013 by Allan & Stavanger Band.
The Golden Horn has a high-energy Turkish dance-like feel to it, named after an inlet of the Bosphorus, dividing the city of Istanbul and forming the natural harbour that has sheltered Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and other ships for thousands of years. Recorded by Foden's Brass Band on the CD Patrons' Choice VIII (Doyen CD345) in 2015.
Percussion: 4 players. Drum Kit, Bongos, Tambourine, Bass Drum, Whip.
duration 3:00
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Golden Horn was originally written for Brass Band. The Golden Horn was commissioned by Allan Withington & Stavanger Brass Band (Norway), and given a world premiere at Siddis in November 2013 by Allan & Stavanger Band.
The Golden Horn has a high-energy Turkish dance-like feel to it, named after an inlet of the Bosphorus, dividing the city of Istanbul and forming the natural harbour that has sheltered Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and other ships for thousands of years. Recorded by Foden's Brass Band on the CD Patrons' Choice VIII (Doyen CD345) in 2015.
Percussion: 4 players. Drum Kit, Bongos, Tambourine, Bass Drum, Whip.
Hymn to Barossa
orchestration Brass Band
duration 2:30
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Scored for brass band (without percussion), 'Hymn to Barossa' is a re-scoring by the composer of the hymn section from 'Battle of Barossa'. This piece was commissioned and funded by Foden's Brass Band & Armagh Old Boys' Band, premiered at the RNCM Festival of Brass 2010, and recorded on the CD 'A World Within' (SP&S DOYCD276).
This new arrangement is a melancholy and melodic hymn that mid-piece features a poignant cornet solo. 'Hymn to Barossa' gradually builds, but deliberately only so far, and is a statement of controlled emotions. Andy writes "It seemed fitting to arrange the Hymn for Brass Band as we approach the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Barossa, which took place in early March 1811. It is out of respect for the men and women that give their lives to protect our country, and as the poet Byron said "Bear witness, bright Barossa, thou cast tell, whose were the sons that bravely fought and fell"."
'Hymn to Barossa' was premiered by Foden's Band, conducted by John Wallace, at Brass in Concert, November 2010, at the Sage, Gateshead.
duration 2:30
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Scored for brass band (without percussion), 'Hymn to Barossa' is a re-scoring by the composer of the hymn section from 'Battle of Barossa'. This piece was commissioned and funded by Foden's Brass Band & Armagh Old Boys' Band, premiered at the RNCM Festival of Brass 2010, and recorded on the CD 'A World Within' (SP&S DOYCD276).
This new arrangement is a melancholy and melodic hymn that mid-piece features a poignant cornet solo. 'Hymn to Barossa' gradually builds, but deliberately only so far, and is a statement of controlled emotions. Andy writes "It seemed fitting to arrange the Hymn for Brass Band as we approach the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Barossa, which took place in early March 1811. It is out of respect for the men and women that give their lives to protect our country, and as the poet Byron said "Bear witness, bright Barossa, thou cast tell, whose were the sons that bravely fought and fell"."
'Hymn to Barossa' was premiered by Foden's Band, conducted by John Wallace, at Brass in Concert, November 2010, at the Sage, Gateshead.
Madiba
orchestration Brass Band
duration 4:30
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A fiery afro-cuban groove, infectious melodies & great fun! Madiba was the name given to Nelson Mandela by his own Xhosa tribe, and celebrates the forty-six year long battle to end racial segregation in South Africa, via music that is both challenging and uplifting. Written in an afro-cuban style, Madiba opens with an optional short chorale, before a high impact 6/8 groove. Featuring the flugel horn mid-piece, Madiba is a powerful feel good work. Commissioned and premiered by Stavanger Brass Band & Allan Withington at Siddis 2011, Stavanger, Norway.
Percussion: Cymbals, Xylophone, Cowbell, Egg Shaker, Whip, Tom-toms, Cabasa, Vibraphone, Drum Kit, Timpani, Congas
duration 4:30
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A fiery afro-cuban groove, infectious melodies & great fun! Madiba was the name given to Nelson Mandela by his own Xhosa tribe, and celebrates the forty-six year long battle to end racial segregation in South Africa, via music that is both challenging and uplifting. Written in an afro-cuban style, Madiba opens with an optional short chorale, before a high impact 6/8 groove. Featuring the flugel horn mid-piece, Madiba is a powerful feel good work. Commissioned and premiered by Stavanger Brass Band & Allan Withington at Siddis 2011, Stavanger, Norway.
Percussion: Cymbals, Xylophone, Cowbell, Egg Shaker, Whip, Tom-toms, Cabasa, Vibraphone, Drum Kit, Timpani, Congas
Paquito
orchestration Brass Band
duration 3:00
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden's Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden's Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD "A World Within" (world of Brass DOYCD276)
'Paquito' pays homage to the brilliant composer/saxophonist/clarinetist Paquito D'Rivera. It is a fast salsa, based around a two-three clave pulse, and is virtuosic showcase for the cornet section.
Percussion: 4 players. Drum kit, Shaker, Cowbell, Timpani, Bongos, Agogo bells, Vibraslap, Timbales or Congas, Samba whistle, Claves, Xylophone, Vibraphone, Triangle
duration 3:00
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden's Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden's Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD "A World Within" (world of Brass DOYCD276)
'Paquito' pays homage to the brilliant composer/saxophonist/clarinetist Paquito D'Rivera. It is a fast salsa, based around a two-three clave pulse, and is virtuosic showcase for the cornet section.
Percussion: 4 players. Drum kit, Shaker, Cowbell, Timpani, Bongos, Agogo bells, Vibraslap, Timbales or Congas, Samba whistle, Claves, Xylophone, Vibraphone, Triangle
Roar!
orchestration Brass Band
duration 4:00
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden’s Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden’s Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD “A World Within” (World of Brass DOYCD276).
Programme Note Roar! is a short punchy piece, with minimalist tendencies combined with jazz influenced harmonies. A bold opening statement gives way to a theme that develops with added layers of texture. These two ideas form the basis of the structure of Roar!
Originally commissioned from Sandbach School as a work for Wind Band, Andy was subsequently approached to arrange Roar! for Lions Youth Brass Band. It was then expertly arranged for Foden’s Brass Band by good friend and colleague, Jim Fieldhouse.
Percussion: 4 players Drum Kit, Tam-tam, Triangle, Congas, Timpani, Tubular Bells, Bass Drum, Vibraphone, Tambourine
duration 4:00
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Composed by Andy Scott and arranged by Jim Fieldhouse for Foden’s Brass Band. Premiere recording by Foden’s Band, conducted by Mike Fowles, on the CD “A World Within” (World of Brass DOYCD276).
Programme Note Roar! is a short punchy piece, with minimalist tendencies combined with jazz influenced harmonies. A bold opening statement gives way to a theme that develops with added layers of texture. These two ideas form the basis of the structure of Roar!
Originally commissioned from Sandbach School as a work for Wind Band, Andy was subsequently approached to arrange Roar! for Lions Youth Brass Band. It was then expertly arranged for Foden’s Brass Band by good friend and colleague, Jim Fieldhouse.
Percussion: 4 players Drum Kit, Tam-tam, Triangle, Congas, Timpani, Tubular Bells, Bass Drum, Vibraphone, Tambourine
Salt of the Earth
orchestration tuba and Brass Band
duration 15:00
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Composed by Andy Scott for Leslie Neish and the Fodens Band with funds made available from the BBC Fame Academy Education Bursary, and the Worshipful Company of Musicians, in recognition of the composer's success in winning the award in the Wind Band & Brass Band section of the 2006 British Composer Awards. The World Premiere performance was given by Leslie Neish and Fodens Band on Sunday 27th January 2008 at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival of Brass, Manchester UK.
Featured on the award winning CD 'Salt of the Earth' (Les Neish/Foden's Band/Mike Fowles) and on the CD 'Double Trouble' (Les Neish/Foden's Band/Mike Fowles), both CDs available to purchase from www.worldofbrass.com.
Salt of the Earth started life as a three-movement Concerto for Tuba with Brass Band. The composer has arranged both movements two & three for a number of ensembles and soloists, whilst the Concerto as a whole remains exclusive to the tuba.
duration 15:00
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- concerto for tuba
Composed by Andy Scott for Leslie Neish and the Fodens Band with funds made available from the BBC Fame Academy Education Bursary, and the Worshipful Company of Musicians, in recognition of the composer's success in winning the award in the Wind Band & Brass Band section of the 2006 British Composer Awards. The World Premiere performance was given by Leslie Neish and Fodens Band on Sunday 27th January 2008 at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival of Brass, Manchester UK.
Featured on the award winning CD 'Salt of the Earth' (Les Neish/Foden's Band/Mike Fowles) and on the CD 'Double Trouble' (Les Neish/Foden's Band/Mike Fowles), both CDs available to purchase from www.worldofbrass.com.
Salt of the Earth started life as a three-movement Concerto for Tuba with Brass Band. The composer has arranged both movements two & three for a number of ensembles and soloists, whilst the Concerto as a whole remains exclusive to the tuba.
Salt of the Earth Finale
orchestration Brass Band
duration 3:30
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An arrangement created by the composer from the third movement of 'Salt of the Earth', a Concerto for Tuba & Brass Band, commissioned by Les Neish, premiered by Les & Foden's Band at the RNCM Festival of Brass 2008, and recorded on the CDs 'Salt of the Earth' (World of Brass SFZ 150) & 'Double Trouble (World of Brass SFX 152).
'Salt of the Earth Finale' is scored for Brass Band and was arranged especially for Foden's Band recording of the 'A World Within' CD in February 2010. The CD was released in September 2010 at the British Open Brass Band Championship at Symphony Hall, Birmingham. 'Salt of the Earth Finale' is a fiery mix of Latin rhythms and big band power! With a virtuosic introduction from the solo cornets and percussion, the full band then enters with the catchy melody, before a two part contrapuntal passage that leads into a series of short 'solo breaks'. The main theme returns, re-scored for added impact, before an extended contrapuntal section, which leads to two closing paused chords, which may be separated by an optional extended drum/percussion solo if required.
Percussion: 4 players. Drum Kit, Timpani, Claves, Conga, Cowbell. Maracas, Vibraphone, Shaker, Tubular Bells.
duration 3:30
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An arrangement created by the composer from the third movement of 'Salt of the Earth', a Concerto for Tuba & Brass Band, commissioned by Les Neish, premiered by Les & Foden's Band at the RNCM Festival of Brass 2008, and recorded on the CDs 'Salt of the Earth' (World of Brass SFZ 150) & 'Double Trouble (World of Brass SFX 152).
'Salt of the Earth Finale' is scored for Brass Band and was arranged especially for Foden's Band recording of the 'A World Within' CD in February 2010. The CD was released in September 2010 at the British Open Brass Band Championship at Symphony Hall, Birmingham. 'Salt of the Earth Finale' is a fiery mix of Latin rhythms and big band power! With a virtuosic introduction from the solo cornets and percussion, the full band then enters with the catchy melody, before a two part contrapuntal passage that leads into a series of short 'solo breaks'. The main theme returns, re-scored for added impact, before an extended contrapuntal section, which leads to two closing paused chords, which may be separated by an optional extended drum/percussion solo if required.
Percussion: 4 players. Drum Kit, Timpani, Claves, Conga, Cowbell. Maracas, Vibraphone, Shaker, Tubular Bells.
Salt of the Earth Gospel
orchestration solo euphonium & Brass Band
duration 4:30
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'Salt of the Earth Gospel' is a new version of the second movement of the Concerto for Tuba 'Salt of the Earth', that features Solo Euphonium. The original Tuba Concerto was written for Les Neish, and premiered by Les & Foden's Band in January 2008 at the RNCM Festival of Brass, and was subsequently recorded on the award winning CD 'Salt of the Earth' (Les Neish/Foden's Band/Mike Fowles) and on the CD 'Double Trouble'.
Glyn Williams approached the composer regarding a stand alone Euphonium feature of the second movement. This was completed by Andy Scott in early 2011 & recorded by Glyn on his CD 'The Lure of the Red Jacket' (which also features Scott compositions 'My Mountain Top' & 'Concerto for Euphonium & Bass Band'), and which later in the year was awarded 'Solo CD of the Year 2011, Brass Band World'. All recorded versions of 'Salt of the Earth' are available to purchase from www.worldofbrass.com. 'Salt of the Earth Gospel' is a seven-bar melody that is passed around different soloists whilst the solo euphonium weaves in and out of the melody in an almost improvisatory way. Tension is created by a gradual dynamic build with an ensemble release before the soloist gently brings the piece to rest.
duration 4:30
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'Salt of the Earth Gospel' is a new version of the second movement of the Concerto for Tuba 'Salt of the Earth', that features Solo Euphonium. The original Tuba Concerto was written for Les Neish, and premiered by Les & Foden's Band in January 2008 at the RNCM Festival of Brass, and was subsequently recorded on the award winning CD 'Salt of the Earth' (Les Neish/Foden's Band/Mike Fowles) and on the CD 'Double Trouble'.
Glyn Williams approached the composer regarding a stand alone Euphonium feature of the second movement. This was completed by Andy Scott in early 2011 & recorded by Glyn on his CD 'The Lure of the Red Jacket' (which also features Scott compositions 'My Mountain Top' & 'Concerto for Euphonium & Bass Band'), and which later in the year was awarded 'Solo CD of the Year 2011, Brass Band World'. All recorded versions of 'Salt of the Earth' are available to purchase from www.worldofbrass.com. 'Salt of the Earth Gospel' is a seven-bar melody that is passed around different soloists whilst the solo euphonium weaves in and out of the melody in an almost improvisatory way. Tension is created by a gradual dynamic build with an ensemble release before the soloist gently brings the piece to rest.
Space invaders
orchestration Brass Band
duration 4:00
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The title track from Foden's Brass Band winning performance at Brass in Concert 2009. Commissioned by Foden's Band and recorded on the CD 'A World Within' (SP&S DOYCD 276). The piece commences with a fanfare-like passage with shifting time signatures, before settling into a funk-inspired groove, led by the bass section, bass trombone and percussion. An intricate ensemble section, either side of a tongue-in-cheek 'B' section (where Space Invader images and firing sounds were projected behind Foden's at Brass in Concert) all lead to a powerful and tight finish.
Space Invaders is an arcade video game designed by Tomohiro Nishikado. Following its release in 1978, the game caused a temporary shortage of 100-yen coins in Japan, and the Guinness World Records ranks it the top arcade game.
duration 4:00
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The title track from Foden's Brass Band winning performance at Brass in Concert 2009. Commissioned by Foden's Band and recorded on the CD 'A World Within' (SP&S DOYCD 276). The piece commences with a fanfare-like passage with shifting time signatures, before settling into a funk-inspired groove, led by the bass section, bass trombone and percussion. An intricate ensemble section, either side of a tongue-in-cheek 'B' section (where Space Invader images and firing sounds were projected behind Foden's at Brass in Concert) all lead to a powerful and tight finish.
Space Invaders is an arcade video game designed by Tomohiro Nishikado. Following its release in 1978, the game caused a temporary shortage of 100-yen coins in Japan, and the Guinness World Records ranks it the top arcade game.
Spirit of Mingus
orchestration Brass Band
duration 15:00
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A work scored for brass band with narrator (optional), composed by Andy Scott. Commissioned & funded by Foden’s Brass Band.
Premiered at the Festival of Brass, Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester, UK, 27th January 2012, by Foden’s Band conducted by Mike Fowles, and Rex Richardson (narrator and jazz trumpet). Recorded on the CD 'Spirit of Foden's', the music of Foden's Band Composer in Residence, Andy Scott.
“This piece took over twenty years of learning about the music of the extraordinary American bass player and composer Charles Mingus. Learning on the bandstand, as a saxophonist, playing his charts with different bands. Transcribing and arranging his charts for different groups, and finally, composing a work that attempts to capture the spirit of Mingus’ music within my own musical identity.”
The widow of Charles Mingus (1922-1979), Sue, continues to champion the huge legacy that her husband left, and after sharing the video that Andy & Foden’s Band made about Spirit of Mingus with the 250,000 Mingus facebook followers, offered the following words, “The music is great! You captured the spirit of Mingus!
duration 15:00
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A work scored for brass band with narrator (optional), composed by Andy Scott. Commissioned & funded by Foden’s Brass Band.
Premiered at the Festival of Brass, Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester, UK, 27th January 2012, by Foden’s Band conducted by Mike Fowles, and Rex Richardson (narrator and jazz trumpet). Recorded on the CD 'Spirit of Foden's', the music of Foden's Band Composer in Residence, Andy Scott.
“This piece took over twenty years of learning about the music of the extraordinary American bass player and composer Charles Mingus. Learning on the bandstand, as a saxophonist, playing his charts with different bands. Transcribing and arranging his charts for different groups, and finally, composing a work that attempts to capture the spirit of Mingus’ music within my own musical identity.”
The widow of Charles Mingus (1922-1979), Sue, continues to champion the huge legacy that her husband left, and after sharing the video that Andy & Foden’s Band made about Spirit of Mingus with the 250,000 Mingus facebook followers, offered the following words, “The music is great! You captured the spirit of Mingus!
To The Ancient Crosses
orchestration Brass Band
duration 3:45
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A passionate fanfare.
To the Ancient Crosses was commissioned by Foden’s as part of their ongoing relationship with Andy as Composer in Residence, and premiered by the band at St Mary’s Church in Sandbach in July 2011. The title refers to two 9th century stone Anglo-Saxon crosses in the centre of Sandbach, and the work is dedicated to Sandbach Town Council for their continued support of the band.
To the Ancient Crosses features rhythmic, fanfare-like motifs contrasting with lyrical melodic lines, with an uplifting finale. Ideal as a concert first half or second half opening piece of mu-sic. Recorded by Foden's Band on the CD Patrons’ Choice V, which is available from World of Brass or direct from Foden’s Band.
Percussion: Timpani, Drum Set, Cymbals, Bass Drum , Tam-tam, Tubular Bells, Suspended Cymbal, Clash Cymbals.
duration 3:45
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A passionate fanfare.
To the Ancient Crosses was commissioned by Foden’s as part of their ongoing relationship with Andy as Composer in Residence, and premiered by the band at St Mary’s Church in Sandbach in July 2011. The title refers to two 9th century stone Anglo-Saxon crosses in the centre of Sandbach, and the work is dedicated to Sandbach Town Council for their continued support of the band.
To the Ancient Crosses features rhythmic, fanfare-like motifs contrasting with lyrical melodic lines, with an uplifting finale. Ideal as a concert first half or second half opening piece of mu-sic. Recorded by Foden's Band on the CD Patrons’ Choice V, which is available from World of Brass or direct from Foden’s Band.
Percussion: Timpani, Drum Set, Cymbals, Bass Drum , Tam-tam, Tubular Bells, Suspended Cymbal, Clash Cymbals.