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4 A Ralph Vaughan Williams Portrait—Ralph
Vaughan Williams/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. The
music of Vaughan Williams is well known around
the world. Marked by his creative and unique
style, this brilliant setting of some of his most
famous works includes elements of Fantasia on a
Theme by Thomas Tallis, A Sea Symphony, Linden
Lea and Overture to The Wasps, all seamlessly
intertwined in an outstanding presentation.
10866112 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
10908218 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
l Rigaudon—Andre Campra/arr. Chris Sharp. This
stately setting presents an opportunity for young
musicians to experience historically significant
literature from the Baroque era. Carefully
arranged, this dignified selection is written in a
style reminiscent of a processional march, with
ranges and rhythmic content appropriate for
developing players.
10936573 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10936574 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
e Rippling Watercolors—Brian Balmages. While
many often underestimate the extensive colors,
harmonies, and emotional ranges available to
younger ensembles, this stunning lyrical work
sets out to explore those very qualities. While
playable by middle school bands, this fully
expressive work is equally at home with mature
ensembles. A gorgeous and colorful work!
10521011 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10521012 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4e Silhouette of a Dream—Richard L. Saucedo.
Some of the most rewarding moments in band
come when players are emotionally moved by a
well-constructed lyric composition. The dream-
like quality of this special piece offers this
opportunity with flowing lines and supportive
captivating harmonies. Great for teaching tone
quality, phrasing and blend, the music creates a
quiet, mesmerizing effect that will leave a lasting
impression.
10910777 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10910778 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4e Sleep, My Child (Shlof, Mayn Kind)—Larry
Clark. Written to honor the memory of a lost
friend, the Jewish folk song Shlof, Mayn Kind
is used to honor his faith and heritage. It's a
beautiful song, appropriately reflecting on taking
a rest after a long and difficult struggle. In addition
to the melody, moving original material is added
that contributes to this exemplary musical tribute.
10908098 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10908099 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
4 Snarl—John Mackey. Uplifting and encouraging,
this music has an attitude! From the opening
multi-phonic saxophones to fluttered tongued
winds and crashes of cymbals, it's strong and
defiant music with a purpose. Dedicated to the
United Sound program, it's a way of saying
"thanks" for making so many students feel special
and strong.
10913417 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 119.00
10913418 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00
4e Starburst—Mark Lortz. A sparkling work that
was specifically written to feature all sections of
the band. Attention is immediately focused on
the hard-driving full-ensemble introduction that
moves into a feature for the woodwinds and
horns. Trumpets then get the spotlight, followed
by a brief woodwind interlude that transitions to
the final recap to close with a resounding flourish.
10849117 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 47.00
10849118 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
4 Storm Surge—Brad Ciechomski. From the first
suspenseful notes to the close, this piece depicts
an immense ocean storm and tidal surge. The
music rises relentlessly as the ocean's power
smashes ashore with the massive force of wind
and water and ferocious crashing waves. All
sections of the band hold key roles in telling the
story, keeping all musicians involved in this epic
program centerpiece that's sure to wash over
your band and audience alike.
10908828 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10908829 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
4e Tides of Change—Bruce W. Tippette. Tides
are associated with the daily rise and fall of the
oceans and a metaphor for the ups and downs of
fortune. This gently lilting piece revolves around a
simple two-measure motive that evokes images
of life's triumphs and challenges. The gently
moving melodic line ebbs and flows, creating an
almost hypnotic effect that immerses the listener
in the warmth and peace of this moving work for
young band.
10849125 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 47.00
10849126 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
4 Wildflowers—Todd Stalter. Imagine the feeling
you get when gazing upon a meadow of flowers
on a bright summer day. You'll get that same
feeling when you hear the flowing lines and
glowing harmonies of this expressive work!
Everyone will enjoy all the collective beauty,
fragility, and wonder of the music as it floats
through the air like a warm gentle breeze.
10908146 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 49.00
10908147 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
medium-easy
4e Apollo Arise—Travis Weller. A musical repre-
sentation of one of the most recognized figures
from Greek mythology. Energetic and spirited,
the music reflects the cheerful and joyful
personality of this famous figure of legend. The
uplifting and exuberant sounds make this an
ideal concert opener, leading the listener on a
thrilling sonic journey.
10908018 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 95.00
10908019 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 12.50
4 Attack of the Accents—Justin Harden. Ener-
getic and fun, this piece is a must-have for your
middle school band library. As you'd expect from
the title, it's an excellent resource for teaching
proper accent and articulation technique - and
it's also an outstanding serious concert work. A
wonderful addition to concert programming that's
pedagogically sound and enjoyable to play!
10910347 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10910348 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
l The Battlemage—Gavin Lendt. This captivating
work is themed around a mythical warrior of
legend who wields both magical spells and
swords. The composer incorporates this
dichotomy of soldier and scholar throughout the
fabric of the music itself. This rousing work is sure
to thrill both your students and audience.
10936169 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10936170 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
4e Bluebell—Yukiko Nishimura. Originally written
for string orchestra, this beautiful lyric piece
has been re-scored for concert band. The main
melody is simple and easy to express, further
enhanced by important inner melodies that
support but never overshadow. A sensitive work
that features delicate and careful scoring.
10908040 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 95.00
10908041 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 12.50
4e Boom and Bust—Brian Balmages. Beginning
with engaging and optimistic fanfares, the music
showcases a booming economy before becoming
more reflective with moments of despair. Dis-
sonance paints a picture of uncertainty and fear
before the economy begins to roar once again
and optimism is renewed. A triumphant work with
significant cross-curricular potential.
10907727 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
10907762 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
4e Chorale from "Concord"—arr. Robert Long-
field. A true band masterwork, Clare Grundman's
Concord has become a staple in the wind band
repertoire. The middle section of this work is
a beautiful chorale based on the early hymn
America by William Billings. Adapted here as
a stand-alone piece for younger bands, this is
a stunning example of lyric writing and glorious
instrumental harmonies.
10910756 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10910757 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4e Commence!—Sean O'Loughlin. A musical
tribute that exudes inspiration at every turn!
Beginning in a spirited manner, the time signature
changes back and forth from 6/8 to 2/4, pulsating
with vigor under a lilting melody. This energy
lessens into a slow section, featuring a flowing
and expressive melody before the brief, fast and
rousing finale.
10908048 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 95.00
10908049 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 12.50
4e Cosmic Expedition—Michael J. Miller. A
musical journey across the galaxy that takes
place in three sections. The first is celebratory
in nature, featuring a vigorous and buoyant
fanfare. The next section is a bold procession
with building chromatic tension, punctuated with
staccato percussion interjections, that leads to
a full-ensemble resolution and completes the
journey in triumph.
10908054 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 95.00
10908055 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 12.50
4e Darklands Legends—Randall D. Standridge.
This musical setting paints a portrait of three
characters that live in an imaginary world. The first
movement represents Prince Loon, the many-
faced prince whose changing features and moods
are heard in the varied and contrasting music. The
solemn music of movement 2 describes the grim
ruins of an old church that guards a deep, dark
secret. A frantic masquerade of the evil queen
concludes the work, growing faster and faster as
it leads to a fierce and thrilling finish.
10791418 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 85.00
10791419 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
4e Echoes of the Silent—Robert Buckley. Written
in memory of a 1917 nautical disaster, this
instrumental hymn pays homage to those who
perished and to the resilient souls who survived.
The moving music is reverent and reflective, with
emotional ebbs and swells, climaxing with a
stirring theme of hope and inner strength. Ideal
as a festival or memorial piece, this work is an
expressive musical display of softer dynamics,
expression and nuances.
10910760 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10910761 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
4 An Everlasting Spirit—Brian Beck. This
outstanding lyrical work is one of the nicest
you'll find! The tranquil and memorable melody
is introduced by the gentle sounds of mallet
percussion. The piece then unfolds with a
faint Celtic flavor that listeners will find totally
appealing. As the music rises and then softens,
the piece ends as it began, with the quiet sounds
of bells gradually fading away.
10908154 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10908155 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
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