Publications

On this page you will find information about Andrew Dalby’s published music and links to his books. Where audio examples are provided they are mostly computer generated sounds or crude live recordings from rehearsals, so they serve to merely give a general impression of the piece. Please also note that this is not an online shop, so if you would like to buy any of my brass music please go to www.juneemersonwindmusic.com or ask your local music retailer to obtain copies for you. Alternatively, and for music in other genres, please use the contacts page to get in touch with me directly.

Music Publications

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String Quartet in D Major is a conventional piece rooted firmly in traditional tonal harmony, follows a conventional 4 movement structure and is scored for 2 violins, viola and cello. The whole work is based on a very simple theme stated in unison in the opening bars as a rising half scale (Soh Lah Tee Doh). As the piece develops this scale motif reappears in different forms in each of the parts and is passed from player to player. For all of its simplicity and charm, this work is very playable for musicians of intermediate ability and above and has plenty of audience appeal making it a useful addition to any ensemble’s programme.

RRP £tbc +PP

DH0001

ISMN 979-0-708223-10-8

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Suite for Trumpet is a work for solo Bb trumpet with piano accompaniment which pays homage to the traditional four staple movements of the Baroque suite; allemande, courante, sarabande and gigue. Using these old forms as structures to hang the work on, Suite for Trumpet is fashioned from a modern melodic and harmonic vocabulary, making it a useful, informative and enjoyable addition to the repertoire for the progressing intermediate or advanced player.

RRP £15.99 + PP

DH0924

ISMN 979-0-708223-09-2

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Concertino for Trumpet is a work in three movements for solo Bb trumpet with piano accompaniment. The first movement is forthright and exuberant, the second is lyrical and contemplative followed by a lively and vigorous finale giving the advanced player ample opportunity to showcase their musical and technical skills through a work with audience appeal.

RRP £9.99 + PP

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ISMN 979-0-708223-00-9

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Thirteen Studies for Brass is intended for intermediate to advanced players and covers each key signature of the circle of fifths up to six sharps and flats in both the major and minor modes as well as the whole-tone scale. The studies can be used in different ways; for the advanced player as a part of a warm-up and maintenance routine, or as a diagnostic tool for the student or teacher to act as a starting point in the development and improvement of technique.

Please note this is in the treble clef and suitable for brass band instruments.

RRP £9.99 +PP

DH0920

ISMN 979-0-708223-03-0

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This contemplative devotional song with piano accompaniment and guitar chords is ideally suited for use in church by solo singers, choirs or worship groups as a preparation for prayer. Available to order.

RRP £tbc +PP

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ISMN 979-0-708223-07-8

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This work for Brass Band is a “crescendo” built on a ground bass which begins quietly and gradually builds to a key change and climax. As the piece progresses three melodies are introduced which eventually combine together to create counterpoint while the accompaniment is passed from one section of the band to another to achieve timbral variety. All this is driven along by a steady rock ballad rhythm in the percussion resulting in a crowd pleasing programme filler suitable for bands of all abilities.

RRP £29.99 + PP (Score and Parts)

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ISMN 979-0-708223-01-6

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Following the time honoured tradition of naming marches after places, Andrew Dalby named this concert march after the cliff top hill in the North York Moors National Park where the famous Kilburn White Horse overlooks the Vale of York. Like the eponymous countryside, this march is both challenging and spectacularly beautiful giving ambitious bands a piece that will appeal to players and thrill traditional brass band audiences.

RRP £29.99 + PP (Score and Parts)

DH0097

ISMN 979-0-708223-02-3

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Intrada is an exciting burst of brass band energy and lives up to its name as an ideal opening piece for almost any occasion. This work has immense audience appeal and is suitable for brass bands of all abilities.

RRP £29.99 + PP (Score and Parts)

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ISMN 979-0-708223-04-7

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This setting of these famous words of blessing from the Old Testament book of Numbers 6:24 – 26 is for unaccompanied four part mixed choir. With its deeply moving harmonies and uncomplicated structure, this work is a particularly suited to any occasion where a blessing is called for.

RRP £tbc +PP

DH1214

ISMN 979-0-708223-08-5

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This rousing brass band flourish has all the musical impact of a grand occasion graced by Royalty! The opening peel of chiming “trumpets” announcing the start of something special will send shivers down your spine, then the dignified, expansive and gradual crescendo of the procession will conjure up images of lavish princess weddings or triumphant victory parades reminiscent of epic film scenes from the golden era of classical cinema. This breath-taking piece will leave audiences awestruck and wanting more.

RRP £29.99 + PP (Score and Parts)

DH1023

ISMN 979-0-708223-05-4

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Core Skills Brass is a practical, comprehensive and systematic beginners course for treble clef brass instruments which addresses the necessary core skills for the novice to lay the technical and musical foundations required of a brass musician.

The course seeks to fulfil three purposes; firstly, it is a beginner’s primer, secondly, it is a valuable resource for anyone who teaches beginners brass, and thirdly it is intended to be a foundation upon which to prepare students for their first grades with one of the music examination boards.

This efficient, tried and tested teaching resource will be a welcome addition to the professional brass teacher’s library as well as an invaluable practical aid to amateur musicians who find themselves tutoring beginners. Each lesson is presented in a clear, consistent and methodical format with musical exercises tailored to each teaching objective. There are also seven original repertoire pieces included with piano accompaniments providing opportunities for students to demonstrate their progress by performing real music at all stages of the learning process.

RRP £11.99

DH0096-24

ISMN 979-0-708223-06-1

ISBN 978-1-3999-8687-8

Other Publications

The following links will take you to the books Andrew Dalby has written.

Music Publications

Other Publications

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