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James L. Hosay

James L. Hosay

* 17.10.1959
James L. Hosay was born in 1959 in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, and grew up in Norfolk, Virginia, USA. After high school, he became a trumpeter in the United States Army and completed his education at the Music School of the U.S. Armed Forces. After the first two years of military service, he became a staff arranger and composer for the United States Army Band (Pershing's Own) in Washington, D.C....
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Fond Farewell

Fond Farewell

The march "Fond Farewell" was written as a tribute to the outgoing 44th President of The United States, Barrack Obama. With bold fanfares, noble melodies and warm harmonies, James L. Hosay paints an...
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East Of Eden

East Of Eden

"East Of Eden" was an American TV Mini Series that aired in February of 1981. It was based on a novel of the same name written by John Steinbeck in 1952. The musical score was written by Television...
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Mittelstufe
MVSR2144
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Come, Sweet Freedom

Come, Sweet Freedom

"Come, Sweet Freedom" is based on the folk song "All My Trials" which is particularly well-known in Africa and America. Its origins are unclear, but due to its biblical-religious content it was...
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MVSR3432
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The Last Unicorn

The Last Unicorn

"The Last Unicorn" is an animated motion picture from 1982. It is based on a fantasy novel of the same name, written by Peter S. Beagle, that was first published in 1968. The music for this Film was...
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Mittelstufe
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Do Remember Me

"Do Remember Me" is a Two Beat Gospel style arrangement of an iconic African American Spiritual from the late 19th Century, originally titled DO LORD or DO LORD REMBER ME. A little later, in the...
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MVSR3531
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Kaleidollage (Album 129)

Score Book + CD
TROSSINGEN TRUMPETS & Wolfgang Guggenberger Score Book + CD - Original works for trumpet ensemble Fanfare for 8 (Melillo) - Kaleidollage (Kraas) - Jodlerwindfantasie (Gruchmann) - Perger...
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Höchststufe
MVSRP129
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Legend of the Four Trees

"Legend Of The Four Trees" is based on a story from ancient Aztec mythology. The four trees stood at the corners of a perfect square in a sacred location, and were believed to hold up the sky. After...
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Unterstufe
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Fusion Latino Classico

Ensemble Time (Die Musizierstunde) MZ 305 (3 Trumpets / 3 Flugelhorns / 2 Cornets / Bass Trumpet / Marimba / Percussion) As the title of this elaborately orchestrated piece suggests, it merges...
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Veni Emmanuel

Blechbläser-Ensemble / Brass Ensemble
Ensemble Time (Die Musizierstunde) MZ 308 (Brass Ensemble) The Advent song “Veni Emmanuel” (O come, Emmanuel) dates back to the 14th century. It expresses the anticipation of all Christians for...
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Mittelstufe
MVSR5308
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King Robert of Scotland

- Based on "Soldier's March of Robert the Bruce" -
In 1306 Robert I was installed as King of Scotland. The melody of the march "Robert the Bruce" was played for the first time at the coronation ceremony. James L. Hosay has now effectively composed...
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Goin' Home

The melody of GOIN' HOME is based on the famous main theme of the 2nd movement from Antonin Dvorák’s Symphony No. 9 (“From the New World”). The melody is presented by the...
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BEETHOVEN 1-9

In 2020 we celebrated the 250th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven’s birth. The composer who was born in Bonn is considered the most performed classical composer in the world. He is often...
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Come, Sweet Freedom
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Come, Sweet Freedom

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Chorale based on the Spiritual "All My Trials"
"Come, Sweet Freedom" is based on the folk song "All My Trials" which is particularly...
Do Remember Me
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Do Remember Me

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Based on a Traditional Gospel Song
"Do Remember Me" is a Two Beat Gospel style arrangement of an iconic African American Spiritual from the...
The Last Unicorn
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The Last Unicorn

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Main Theme
"The Last Unicorn" is an animated motion picture from 1982. It is based on a fantasy novel of the same name, written by Peter S....
Legend of the Four Trees
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Legend of the Four Trees

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Aztec Hymn and Dance
"Legend Of The Four Trees" is based on a story from ancient Aztec mythology. The four trees stood at the corners of a...
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Eastern Standard Time

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for Solo Drum Set and Wind Band
James L. Hosay's "Eastern Standard Time“ is a nice solo for drum set in "doo-whop...
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King Robert of Scotland - - Based on "Soldier's March of Robert the Bruce" -

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Symphonic Portrait for Wind Band with Bagpipes (opt.)
In 1306 Robert I was installed as King of Scotland. The melody of the march "Robert...
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In Purple and Gold

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Centennial Celebration
This festive piece was commissioned by the Bardstown High School Concert Band and its director Matthew P. Brown in...
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BEETHOVEN 1-9

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Themen aus den 9 Sinfonien
Themes from all Symphonies

In 2020 we celebrated the 250th anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven’s...
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Goin' Home

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Symphonic Chorale based on Folk Music
The melody of GOIN' HOME is based on the famous main theme of the 2nd movement from Antonin...
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Shred Meister

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Electric Guitar Solo
Fast, hard driving rock

Fast, hard driving rock for Electric Guitar and Wind Band. The solo part is noted, but...
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Carrickfergus Posy

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Symphonic Tone Poem
Sinfonische Tondichtung

The beautiful and haunting Irish folk song “Carrickfergus” was almost lost...
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East-West-East

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Comedy March
In his comedy march “East-West-East”, American composer James L.Hosay confronts two different worlds: The United...
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Rock Space

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for Young People
American composer James Hosay is known for his well-conceived rock compositions. With “Rock Space”, he finally...
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Saint Patrick's Day Parade

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Moderate March
This bright and playful piece takes you to the big Saint Patrick’s Day Parade honoring the Irish patron Patrick on...
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Jesus, Name Above All Names

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Jesus, höchster Name
James L.Hosay arranged the internationally well-known hymn “Jesus, Name Above All Names” in a moving way...
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Smokin' Horns

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- for Pop Horn Section and Wind Band -
"Smokin' Horns" by James L. Hosay is a impressive funky composition for pop horn...
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The Christmas King - Good King Wenceslas

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Piae Cantiones 1582
James L. Hosays composition "The Christmas King" is based on the song "Good King Wenceslas". This...
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Valhalla

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Opern-Ouvertüre
Operatic Overture / Ouverture d'opéra

Very few composers throughout history have had more of an influence on romantic...
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Got It?-Flaut It!

Funky Rock for Flutes
„Got It ? – Flaut It !“ is a cool solo for two flutes in Funky-Rock-style by James L. Hosay. The American composer has the magic touch for easygoing grooves...
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Highlander Legacy

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Variations on "Comin' Thro' The Rye"
Variationen über "Coming Through The Rye"

This work was commissioned by the Dexter Community...