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Robert Buckley
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String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Prairie Sky
Let your strings soar through the expanse of the “Prairie Sky” by Robert Buckley. This energetic composition captures the beauty and majesty of open landscapes. With a contrasting slower middle section, lush harmonies, and sweeping syncopated melody, “Prairie Sky” transports performers and audiences alike to the heart of nature’s splendor. Elevate your ensemble’s repertoire with the captivating allure of “Prairie Sky” and create a memorable performance!SKU: HL4492790 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 5
Prestidigitation (Alto Saxophone Solo with Band)
“Prestidigitation” means sleight of hand or nimble fingers, and describes the alto saxophone soloist in this innovative and compelling work. The triplet rhythms, walking bass line and call-and-response style blend together to give this piece a playful, jazzy flavor. Written for virtuoso saxophonist Dr. Julia Nolan, this composition is a tour-de-force for both the soloist and the ensemble – a powerful addition to the solo saxophone repertoire! Prestidigitation was co-commissioned by the West Vancouver Youth Band, the Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble and the Sea To Sky Wind Ensemble. Dur: 5:45(Recorded by the Troy University Symphony Band, directed by Mark Walker. Rad Bolt alto saxophone soloist.)
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Procession of the Sorcerers
Imagine a colorful procession of magical and mythical characters and creatures. Imagine wizards and witches; jesters and jugglers; magicians and minstrels; gargoyles and goblins. Imagine brightly decorated wagons drawn by unicorns with stilt walkers and acrobats on unicycles. Imagine them all moving past in a stately procession heading towards Merlin’s enchanted castle in the distance! Unique and descriptive, this marvelous work includes optional parts for choir (or synthesizer) for added enhancement and dramatic effect.SKU: HL04003167 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Propulsion
Propulsion is the action of driving or pushing forwards. It is the force that thrusts a rocket into space, that propels a runner across the finish line, and that fuels the momentum of a dolphin through the waves. With driving percussion, high-energy rhythms, dynamic melodies and an overall sense of excitement, Propulsion by Robert Buckley moves through different musical moods without ever losing its relentless pulse. A tour-de-force for all members of the band and an exhilarating concert opener! Dur: 3:00SKU: HL04003760 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2
Pulse
From the creative pen of Robert Buckley comes this infectious work that will engage developing players. The incessant driving rhythms, bold modal harmonies, and clever interplay between sections are just the recipe for success with student groups.SKU: HL4491836 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Quebec Folk Rhapsody
The rich heritage of French-Canadian folk music dates back several centuries. Robert has chosen three of these songs to create a musical portrait of this colorful culture. The opening piece is the jaunty and dance-like “Monsieur Lecuré,” followed by the hauntingly beautiful “Blanche Comme la Neige.” The piece concludes with the spirited march “Vive la Canadienne!,” which features a drum break and builds to an exciting, rousing finish. The creative use of harmonizations, key changes and dynamic contrasts gives this piece a sophisticated sound and intensity of a much more advanced piece. Dur: 3:35SKU: HLPC25704 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Rainforest
Experience the sounds of the rainforest. This fun and creative work for beginning band opens and closes with an aleatoric section that features rainsticks, finger snaps and random notes. The gentle melody uses only the first 6 notes of the Bb scale and it teaches legato playing and dotted quarter note rhythms. An excellent choice for your band’s first concert.SKU: HL4009500 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Raven (The Trickster)
From a song shared by Squamish First Nation artist and performer Bob Baker, comes this distinctive work for concert band shaped by Robert Buckley that will allow your students to experience the music of one of North America’s First Peoples. Raven flows from a playful pentatonic melody and uses falloffs to imitate the original vocal style of the Eagle Song Dancers.SKU: HL4006612 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Reboot
Created in 1994, ReBoot was the first completely computer-animated television series and become a hit worldwide. The setting is in the inner world of a computer system known as “Mainframe” – a stunning universe where good constantly fights the forces of evil. The powerful and dynamic score for the series was composed by Robert Buckley, and his wind band adaptation perfectly captures the cinematic richness and heroic energy of the original music. Sure to animate any concert! Dur: 3:40Recorded by the Troy University Symphony Band – Ralph Ford, conductor
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Red Sky (Digital)
The old adage “Red sky at night, sailor’s delight; Red sky in the morning, sailor’s warning” dates back to the 12th century. The idea that a beautiful crimson sky could be both alluring and threatening was the inspiration for this composition – a descriptive, impressionistic work with a wide variety of tonal colors and textures. Beginning with an exotic alto sax solo (later joined by a counter melody in the oboe), there are other cued solos for flute, oboe, Eb clarinet and Bb clarinet. Dur: 6:40SKU: HL4004127 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Sea of Clouds 3rd Movement of The Seas of the Moon
The third movement of Robert Buckley’s grandly cinematic suite describing impressions of the “seas” of the moon, Sea of Clouds was inspired by a series of paintings done by Claude Monet in the London fog. Monet captured the gradations of light as it was affected by fog with ghostly images sifting through. This movement is mostly subdued and dreamlike, the music ebbing and flowing and eventually building to a vast wall of sound and then dissolving into silence. Dur: 5:05SKU: HLPC20998 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Sea of Tranquility 1st Movement of The Seas of the Moon
Since the beginning of humanity we’ve been mesmerized by the moon, and what were originally thought to be “seas” appearing on the surface. The “Sea of Tranquility” is probably the best-known of these thanks to the landing of Apollo 11 in 1969. The first movement of Robert Buckley’s four-movement suite captures the astronauts’ sense of awe and wonder of their journey from lift-off, to weightlessness, to the triumph and jubilation of the lunar landing itself. Dur: 4:25SKU: HLPC20705 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Serpent Sea 4th Movement of The Seas of the Moon
The fourth movement of Robert Buckley’s grandly cinematic suite describing impressions of the “seas” of the moon, Serpent Sea is animated, exuberant and somewhat over-the-top. It was inspired by the idea of two huge winged serpents rising out of the waves and frolicking together in a wild, barbaric dance. The pair do, however, show a more graceful side every once in a while – represented by an exotic theme that starts in the clarinet and flute. The movement ends with a wild flurry as the serpents vanish back into the sea. Dur: 3:50SKU: HLPC20999 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Shakespeare Meets Godzilla (The Good Bard and the Ugly)
This inventive and entertaining piece is a mash-up of two entirely different music styles – Renaissance music and classic horror music. Danger is afoot! Shakespeare, armed with only his quill, must stop an enormous creature from destroying his Globe Theatre. As in an epic film score, the music underpins and adds drama to the heroic tale. The effective orchestration and artful interplay between the two music styles gives this piece the colorful sound and intensity of a much more advanced piece.SKU: HLPC24368 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Snow (Yuki)
Snow is based on the charming Japanese children’s song “Yuki.” Robert has combined this song with an original festive melody to create a joyful winter holiday piece. Everyone gets a chance to shine in this beginning band piece – suitable for that first holiday concert! Dur: 2:15SKU: HL04005020 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 1.5
Snow Is Falling
Based on the charming Japanese folk song “Yuki.” Robert has combined this song with an original festive melody to create a tuneful, winter holiday piece. Everyone gets a chance to shine in this beginning piece for strings, suitable for that first holiday concert!SKU: HL4492167 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Spirit of the Wolf (Stakaya)
From a song shared by Squamish First Nation and performer Bob Baker, comes a new work for concert band shaped by Robert Buckley that will allow your students to experience the music of one of North America’s First Peoples. Using aleatory elements, Spirit of the Wolf flows from a powerful pentatonic melody and grows into a work that is at once atmospheric and exciting. Dur: 3:20SKU: HLPC21007 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Spy Train
This thrilling and cinematic adventure is rolling down the tracks with expert scoring using simple chromaticism, driving percussion and thrilling rhythmic energy. Your students won’t want to stop practicing and the audience won’t believe it’s a young concert band!SKU: HLPC28638 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Squonk Blues (Mythical Forest Creature)
This quirky, spirited piece is in the style of a blues waltz and based on the mythical legend of the squonk, a forest creature that dissolves into a pool of tears when it is cornered. However, on dark moonless nights when no one is about, they gather together to sing and dance the Squonk Blues! A unique change of pace, this composition uses the first six notes of the B-flat scale.SKU: HL04004733 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Starburst (Digital)
Starburst is a rousing overture that explodes with energy and effervescence. The idea of a starburst pattern (something bursting forth from a central source) inspired the composer to create a concert opener full of joy and excitement for all members of the band as well as the audience. The work is built on three elements: an opening flourish built on 4ths; a lively theme that uses chromaticism; and a brassy fanfare that develops into a fugue. These building blocks are developed throughout, with dynamic contrasts and a relentless drive. Commissioned by the West Vancouver Youth Band in honor of Douglas Macaulay’s 20th anniversary as music director, Starburst is a salute to the energy and inspiration of this fine musician. Dur: 2:45SKU: HL04004125 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 2
Stargazer
Composer Robert Buckley has created an engaging work that’s filled with programmatic elements and sounds terrific with younger players. Students will love its film score atmosphere and the opportunity to play dramatic music that sparks the imagination.SKU: HL4491763
