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Michael Oare
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Snowdrifts
The peace and tranquility of a soft falling snow and the thrill of sledding down the hill all wrapped up into one great work. Lots of dramatic and impact moments along with high energy rhythms. Perfect for holiday, winter and spring programs.SKU: HL4009518 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Spirit of the Wolf
In this evocative work for beginning bands, Michael Oare draws upon imagery and sounds of the Native American “wolf dance” for inspiration. A flute solo sets the opening mood, followed by dramatic full band statements accompanied by a driving percussion ostinato. Dur: 1:45SKU: HL04002937 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Tangents
The term “tangent” appears in geometry, art and language, and can describe lines, shapes or thoughts that connect or touch, but do not cross or overlap. In this exciting and creative work for young bands, Michael Oare uses contrasting marcato and legato themes along with an underlying rhythmic ostinate to create an unsettled yet dramatic sense of “going off on a tangent.”SKU: HLPC22982 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Terminal Velocity
A term used in physics, “terminal velocity” describes the point at which a falling object ceases to accelerate but continues to fall at a constant velocity. Inspired by the exhilaration of sky diving, this is an exciting and dynamic work for young bands, and fittingly composed all in one constant tempo. Dur: 2:20SKU: HL04003039 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
The Forgotten Village
This overture for second year players tells the musical story of Portsmouth Village, once a bustling sea village on North Carolina’s Outer Banks, but now a ghost town with past glories only a memory. In this descriptive work, the slow and reflective opening leads to a vibrant faster section with driving rhythms and melodic lines passed from section to section. Dur: 2:45SKU: HL04004721 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
To Dream in Brushstrokes
Composed as a memorial, To Dream in Brushstrokes is a sensitive and lyrical setting for band filled with emotion as well as beauty. Contrasting colors and textures contribute to the overall effectiveness of this work for young bands. Dur: 4:30Recorded by the Virginia Wind Symphony – Dennis Zeisler, conductor
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
To Dream in Brushstrokes
Composed as a memorial, To Dream in Brushstrokes is a sensitive and lyrical setting for band filled with emotion as well as beauty. Contrasting colors and textures contribute to the overall effectiveness of this work for young bands. Dur: 4:30Recorded by the Virginia Wind Symphony – Dennis Zeisler, conductor
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
To Reach the Summit
Even at the beginning level, Michael Oare shows that it’s possible to provide creative music in a concise and appealing overture format. A stately opening leads to the exciting and energetic main theme. Perfect as a first festival or contest number. Dur: 1:45 (Grade 1)SKU: HL04003498 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Uproar
Written in a driving fast tempo, this exciting work by Michael Oare incorporates the metric grouping of 3+3+2 as a recurring motif. At times superimposing layers of simple meter feel along with more complex patterns, Uproar generates energy and excitement while using a variety of textures and colors within the wind and percussion sections. An impressive-sounding work for young players. Dur: 3:30SKU: HL04003292 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Variations on a Celtic Tune (Mo Ghile Mear)
The poignant lament “Mo Chile Mear” (My Gallant Hero) was authored after the defeat of the Scots and their Celtic allies at the Battle of Culloden in 1746, ending dreams of independence from English rule. Michael’s emotional setting opens with a flute solo then builds gradually as layers of instrumental groups are added. The piece shifts to a lilting 6/8 style, propelled by the percussion section, and culminates in a majestic statement by the entire ensemble.SKU: HLPC22997 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Veterans Day Parade
Pay tribute to your veterans any time throughout the year with this easy march from Michael Oare. Even at this easy level there is a good variety of scoring, including a brief percussion break and melody for the low instruments.SKU: HLPC24701 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
X Factor
Composed entirely in a single fast tempo, this distinctive work uses a 2-measure rhythmic pattern as the underlying unifying element. Intensity and pacing are skillfully created using dynamics along with instrument groups added in layers, all culminating in an exciting finish. Featuring some unpredictable twists and turns, this one is fun for all sections of the band! Dur: 3:10SKU: HL04005112
