Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1413736

Composed by Richard Wagner. Arranged by Colin G Dance. 19th Century,Classical,Contemporary,Romantic Period. Brass Band. 35 pages. Dance is With Music #995519. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1413736).

Götterdämmerung is the last in Richard Wagner's cycle of four epic music dramas titled Der Ring des Nibelungen. It received its premiere at the Bayreuth Festspielhaus on 17 August 1876, as part of the first complete performance of the whole work.

It featured at the end of the 1981 John Boorman film 'Excalibur' when Sir Percival reluctantly throws 'Excalibur' to the Lady of the Lake and King Arthur dies.

This arrangement is for brass band - and I have to say, it was rather difficult to make if fit and work properly! I hope you like the final outcome of my endeavours.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1109957

By Colin G Dance. By Leonard Jones. Arranged by Colin G Dance. Christmas,Contemporary,Religious. Brass Band. 27 pages. Dance is With Music #712303. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1109957).

A very interesting yet quite sad tale goes with this song. An elderly gentleman got in touch and asked if I could write down a Christmas Carol he’d composed. I agreed, and had several visits with him when he sang the carol he’d composed. I wrote it all down, and produced this brass band version (and a vocal one) for him. He came to our band one night to hear what I’d done, and was visibly moved. Sadly, he passed away very soon after this, but at least his daughter Wendy had her carol. It’s a very traditional carol, yet with differences, and would add a new edge to any Christmas concert.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1109961

By Colin G Dance. By Leonard Jones. Arranged by Colin G Dance. Christian,Christmas,Classical. Octavo. 18 pages. Dance is With Music #712306. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1109961).

A very interesting yet quite sad tale goes with this song. An elderly gentleman got in touch and asked if I could write down a Christmas Carol he’d composed. I agreed, and had several visits with him when he sang the carol he’d composed. I wrote it all down, and produced this vocal/piano version for him, and then created a brass band version too. He came to our band one night to hear what I’d done, and was visibly moved. Sadly, he passed away very soon after this, but at least his daughter Wendy had her carol. It’s a very traditional carol, yet with differences, and would add a new edge to any Christmas concert.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1112135

By Colin G Dance. By Charles Henry Purday and J B Dykes. Arranged by Colin G Dance. Religious. Brass Band. 27 pages. Dance is With Music #714321. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1112135).

This popular melody was composed by Charles Henry Purday in the 19th Century, but the popular hymn is attributed to J B Dykes and is known as 'Sandon'. He extended it into the well-known verison often featured at funeral services in the United Kingdom. This version features a rendition of 'The Last Post' bugle call after a modulation to Bb.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1109971

By Colin G Dance. By Harry J Stafford. Arranged by Colin G Dance. March. Brass Band. 32 pages. Dance is With Music #712316. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1109971).

Arranged as a commission from the British Scouting movement several years ago, this march by Harry Stafford is dedicated to my Godfather Pete Johnson who sadly died a few years ago. He was a very senior figure in the scouting movement, and dedicated his later life to the movement. The Mortimer Scout Hut where he was based has gone from a ramshakle old shed to a purpose-built building commensurate with his commitment. Pete was a World War 2 Royal Marine veteran having being involved with the D-Day landings – of which he rarely spoke, and was a well-known figure in his home village – often maintaining the church grounds. He was presented with an award by Her Majesty the Queen for his work with the scouting movement. He was also one of those presented with the ‘Legion D’Honeur’ medal when they were issued.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1106327

By Colin G Dance. By Colin G Dance. 20th Century,Contemporary,Traditional. Brass Band. 26 pages. Dance is With Music #709445. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1106327).

I wrote this as part of a Wedding Suite I composed back in 2005, and to be honest, I'd forgotten all about it and it's never been played, whereas the other two movements have been! One of the movements is now published as 'The Love That We Share' by Musikverlag-Frank. This is a big, bright fanfare suitable for any occasion - not too short, and definitely not too long! I've rewritten it here in 2022 and added some big percussion. It'd make a great opener for any concert, but would equally work for special occasions outdoors.

Full Orchestra - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1111742

By Colin G Dance. By Various. Arranged by Colin G Dance. Classical. Score and parts. 65 pages. Dance is With Music #714004. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1111742).

This is a patriotic war-time ‘sing-along’ piece I wrote in 2013 for one of the Exeter ‘Classics Galore!’ concerts held annually at Exeter University Great Hall. Fantastic concerts these – featuring not only a top quality local orchestra, but the SW Comms Band (Lympstone) as well. It features; ‘Pack Up Your Troubles’, ‘We’ll Meet Again’, and ‘The White Cliffs of Dover’.

Marching Band - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1109969

By Colin G Dance. By Harry J Stafford. Arranged by Colin G Dance. 20th Century,March. Score and Parts. 11 pages. Dance is With Music #712314. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1109969).

Arranged as a commission from the British Scouting movement several years ago, this march by Harry Stafford is dedicated to my Godfather Pete Johnson who sadly died a few years ago. He was a very senior figure in the scouting movement, and dedicated his later life to the movement. The Mortimer Scout Hut where he was based has gone from a ramshakle old shed to a purpose-built building commensurate with his commitment. Pete was a World War 2 Royal Marine veteran having being involved with the D-Day landings – of which he rarely spoke, and was a well-known figure in his home village – often maintaining the church grounds. He was presented with an award by Her Majesty the Queen for his work with the scouting movement. He was also one of those presented with the ‘Legion D’Honeur’ medal when they were issued.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1109426

Composed by G F Handel. Arranged by Colin G Dance. Christmas,Comedy. Brass Band. 63 pages. Dance is With Music #711870. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1109426).

An ever so slightly 'tongue in cheek' humorous version of this work from Handel's 'Messiah'. It uses a quartet of soloists including Solo Cornet, Tenor Horn, Euphonium and EE Bass. The piece is suitable for Christmas concerts, and indeed the major work is normally performed at this festive time. The cymbals player stands with his cymbals at the ready throughout the whole piece but doesn't actually get to play them..! The trombones get a laugh too. The whole thing requires the band to 'act up' somewhat, and the score and parts have instructions on what to do and when...!

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1112190

Composed by William Boyce. Arranged by Colin G Dance. March. Brass Band. 24 pages. Dance is With Music #714349. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1112190).

Heart of Oak is the official march of the Royal Navy. It is also the official march of several Commonwealth navies, including the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal New Zealand Navy. It was also the official march of the Royal Australian Navy, but has now been replaced by the new march, Royal Australian Navy. The music of Heart of Oak was written in 1759 by composer William Boyce, the lyrics by actor David Garrick, for Garrick's pantomime Harlequin's Invasion, to which others contributed as well. The pantomime was first performed on New Year's Eve of that year at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London, with Handel soloist Samuel Thomas Champnes singing Heart of Oak. The wonderful year referenced in the first verse was the Annus Mirabilis of 1759, during which British forces were victorious in several significant battles: the Battle of Minden on 1 August 1759; the Battle of Lagos on 19 August 1759; the Battle of the Plains of Abraham (outside Quebec City) on 13 September 1759; and the Battle of Quiberon Bay on 20 November 1759. The last battle foiled a French invasion project planned by the Duc de Choiseul to defeat Britain during the Seven Years' War, hence the reference in the song to 'flat-bottom' invasion barges. These victories were followed a few months later by the Battle of Wandiwash in India on 22 January 1760. Britain's continued success in the war boosted the song's popularity. The oak in the song's title refers to the wood from which British warships were generally made during the age of sail. The Heart of oak is the strongest central wood of the tree. The reference to freemen not slaves echoes the refrain (Britons never will be slaves!) of Rule, Britannia!, written and composed two decades earlier.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1110350

By Smash Mouth. By Greg Camp. Arranged by Colin G Dance. Film/TV,Pop. Brass Band. 29 pages. Dance is With Music #712688. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1110350).

This arrangement was commissioned by Sidmouth Town Band to be performed by their young star solo cornet player. It's the opening theme to the latest Shrek film Shrek Forever After.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1109370

By Ann Horstick. By B.A. Robertson and John Barry. Arranged by Colin G Dance. 20th Century,Classical,Film/TV. Brass Band. 30 pages. Dance is With Music #711843. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1109370).

Here's an arrangement for brass band that I did several years ago. I've just revisited it along with several others, and thought it was worth sharing with you all. It's the main theme from the film 'Somewhere in Time' by John Barry. I remember Christopher Reeves in this film looking so absolutely devastated at the end of it. Brilliant acting.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1106328

Composed by Colin G Dance. 20th Century,Classical. Brass Band. 62 pages. Dance is With Music #709446. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1106328).

Here’s a new piece I've written that I’ve called ‘Changing Seasons’ because the mood and musical style changes throughout the piece. It’s not too difficult, but there is a tricky little modulation in there! I started piece this back in 2021 but didn’t get past the introduction, but due to a condition I’m not going into here I’ve had a lot of time sat at home near a toilet recently so I’ve been able to spend more time working on it!

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1113306

Composed by Colin G Dance. Christian,Religious. Octavo. 12 pages. Dance is With Music #715245. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1113306).

This is the original choral version of this work – with piano accompaniment. I think it’s a very effective work, but sadly the Musical Director of the choir for whom it was written thought ‘the parts were too high’ and it was never performed. She may have been right about the alto part, but it was the way she said it after I presented her with 40 copies for her choir. Guess what? I didn’t write another thing for them, and no, I’m not telling you which choir it was, but they are from Exmouth in Devon and they were formed in 1997.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1108432

Composed by Colin G Dance. 20th Century,Classical,Contemporary. Brass Band. 61 pages. Dance is With Music #711074. Published by Dance is With Music (A0.1108432).

This is a composition that brings together different styles of music in one piece. Originally intended as a ‘meditation’, the piece indeed reflects a sombre mood in places, but goes through style changes – making it a great addition to your concert library.