4Editors' Choice (Best of 2016 Publications) lNew for 2016 HPepper Basic Library Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision
34
concert
band
Go to cart
Concert and Contest Selections medium-easy
n Hadrian's WallRobert W. Smith. One of the
wonders of history, this great wall between England
and Scotland is a reminder of the far-reaching
influence of the Roman empire. The opening
solo gives a view of the quiet landscape before
the music builds ominously, an indication of the
approaching conflict. A great opportunity for cross-
curricular teaching, this provides an addition to
concert programming that is hard to beat.
10094110 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 76.00
10094111 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
10273334 CD-Mountain of the Sun . . . . 14.95
n Heaven's LightSteven Reineke. The inspirational
nature of this lovely ballad will surely reach the
hearts of your audience. With exceptional writing for
the mallets (or optional piano), and beautiful solos
for clarinet and flute, this is just the right piece to
bring expressive performance elements to the fore.
Close, lush harmonies and memorable melodies
make this a wonderful choice for any performance
situation. Lovely!
2478378 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
2478379 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
n Heroes Near and FarRichard L. Saucedo.
Each of the five movements of this innovative work
is designed to invoke a particular type of emotion
associated with leadership. Courage is stately in
nature and played in a marcato style. Vision has
a playful sense and focuses on mixed meters as
well as mixed emotions. The lyric and sensitive
Compassion is meant to stir the soul, while the
contrasting Selflessness offers some of the most
intense and demanding music of the set. The
energetic final movement, Heroes, will bring to
mind your own favorite superhero! Supplemental
curricula centered around leadership and
character development is available and is tied to
the Common Core Standards. Each movement and
accompanying curriculum can stand on its own,
allowing the director the flexibility of using as much
or as little as desired. A tremendous resource for
today's teacher!
10521176 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 85.00
10521177 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n Hoe Down (from "Rodeo")Aaron Copland/
arr. Moss. Experience the joy of performing one
of the most popular works of the 20th century.
Heard everywhere from concert halls to television
commercials, it's a classic American work.
Carefully adapted for intermediate-level bands to
enjoy, it contains all the unique sounds that have
become a trademark of this great composer.
10028097 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
10028098 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
n Hopak!William Owens. Inspired by Ukrainian
folk melodies, this highly spirited work is captivating
in every way! Audacious melodies, rich harmonies
and engaging percussion parts are at the heart
of the excitement. The carefree trombone solo is
optionally cued for ultimate performance flexibility.
An absolutely fabulous way to close your concert!
10459823 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10459824 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
The Hounds of SpringAlfred Reed/arr.
Longfield. The Hounds of Spring was composed
in 1980 by prolific band composer Alfred Reed. In
this concert overture, Reed captures the elements
of youthful exuberance and the tenderness of love.
Remaining true in form and intent to the original,
this setting has been masterfully shortened and
adapted for younger bands.
10095451 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10095452 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
H A Hymn for BandHugh M. Stuart. This lovely
composition has become one of the classic
repertoire pieces for young bands. Even though it
is heavily cross-cued, making it suitable for smaller
bands, this beautiful work is rich in melodic content,
varied scoring, and marvelous counterlines and
harmonies. An effective performance vehicle that
also teaches legato style and musical sensitivity.
2161032 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
4825055 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
5837364 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance in Band, Vol. 3
3-CD Set: Grades 2-3 . . . . . . 39.50
H
Hymnsong VariantsRobert W. Smith. This
is the kind of work for which Robert Smith has
become so well known! Percussion plays a vital
role in this dazzling theme and variations, based on
an original hymnsong by the composer. Shifting
syncopations and accents that stay in a meter of
four make it sound much harder than it actually
is, and the woodwind writing, in particular, stays
at a very playable level. An extremely exciting
composition, this will be a great choice for either
concert or contest!
2349595 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 62.00
2349603 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n Hypnotic FirefliesBrian Balmages. You're in an
open field during a warm summer night, and the
flashing and blinking of fireflies is spellbinding. The
same may be said for this remarkably descriptive
piece. Through the use of metallic percussion,
including an amplified Slinky, an essential piano
part and a constant eighth note pulse, it's simple to
imagine thousands of lightening bugs before your
eyes. The music builds and develops throughout
the piece as the bold melody is supported by
effective scoring. A truly stunning composition!
10312651 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10312652 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
l IditarodJoseph Pappas. Experience the thrill of
the famous dog sled race with this active and lively
work. The music will have you racing through frozen
landscapes and gliding smoothly over gently rolling
hills, all without the risk of frostbite!
10627262 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10627263 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
4 ImaginariumRandall D. Standridge. The joy
the composer experienced while writing this very
creative work comes shining through in many
guises as the work unfolds. A meditation on the
creative process, it progresses through four major
sections including The Cloud Factory, a place where
one imagines endless possibilities. Rhythmically
charged from the start, this powerful and creative
work should inspire the imaginations of your band
members as well! Spectacular!
10550041 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . 100.00
10617672 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 18.00
H ImaniSean O'Loughlin. This celebratory work
with an African feel is equally at home in holiday
concerts and at performances year 'round! It's
named after the seventh day of Kwanzaa, Imani,
which translates to mean "faith." Featuring some
unison chants sung by the band members, a
delightful piccolo solo and fascinating percussion
parts, this captures the tribal feeling that is so
important to the celebration of this African-
American holiday. Bands at the upper end of this
grade level will find this accessible and a refreshing
addition to their library. Exotic and impressive!
2465326 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 85.00
2465334 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 17.50
4 ImplacatoMatt Conaway. Sinister and dramatic,
this dark march-styled work brings some truly
fascinating musical material to the concert and
festival stage. Rich harmonies, interesting scoring,
careful pacing, and especially creative writing make
this piece a sure hit for both teaching and performing.
A most unique piece for your next concert!
10609521 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10609522 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
l In a New LightChris Bernotas. A high-energy
piece for young bands that musicians will be proud
to perform. The opening section actively builds
into a nice climax using the distinct thematic
material, driving forward with playful interplay
between woodwinds, brass and percussion. A
section of repose follows, steadily building to a
return of the opening material for an energetic and
uplifting conclusion.
10616277 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10616278 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
In Endless SongRobert Lowry/arr. Randall
D. Standridge. The lyrics and music of this hymn
express a true feeling of inner peace and joy that
is displayed with little or no alteration, letting the
natural beauty of the melodic line speak for itself.
Band composers have long used hymn tunes as
the basis for compositions, creating a large and
rich repertoire of hymn song settings, and this
wonderfully musical arrangement is a welcome
addition to that body of works.
10449854 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10449855 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n In Heaven's AirSamuel Hazo. With soaring
melodies and chorale-like moments, this original
work is an affirmation of the human spirit.
Through performance of this piece, your band will
develop their musicality through a combination of
dynamic and rhythmic elements. The band plays
together throughout, so it's a natural for building
important listening skills for balance and blend.
It's a lovely, expressive piece that offers moments
of real strength.
2472039 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
2472415 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
In Paths of Truth and Gracearr. Randall
D. Standridge. A wonderfully musical work for
concert band based on the hymn My Shepherd
Will Supply My Need. Some additional material
has been included for transitions and unity which
highlights the beauty and lyricism of the moving
melody. Written in the style of classic hymnsong
settings for concert band, it effectively brings out
the tonal range of sounds available with wind band
instrumentation. Outstanding!
10508767 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10508768 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
4 In Tantum Lux (The Only Light)Todd Stalter.
The title translates to "the only light" and is most
fitting for this musical celebration honoring the life
of a music educator and her faith. The exuberant
opening reflects the positive energy that all
educators use to persevere through challenges and
unique demands that teaching band presents. The
poignant and expressive middle section reflects
those many quiet moments of small but important
victories that make teaching so rewarding.
10604516 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 58.00
10604517 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
H
In the Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst/arr.
Smith. With broad, expansive strokes, yet with great
sensitivity and taste, Robert Smith has created a truly
remarkable setting of the beautiful Holst melody.
From a haunting single voice, a stunning climax is
reached before giving way to a simple restatement.
This is a deeply moving, emotional work for concert
band, an ideal choice for winter and holiday concerts,
and we recommend it very highly!
2261451 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 72.00
2262269 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
H In the Forest of the KingPierre La Plante.
Pierre LaPlante presents this appealing suite
based on traditional French folksongs that's
just right for contest or concert use! The three
contrasting movements feature the songs: Le
Furet; The Laurel Grove and King Dagobert. It's
a bright selection, at times capricious, at others
regal, but overall endearing!
2453504 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 80.00
2470716 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.70
5976280 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance in Band, Vol. 4
4-CD Set: Grades 2-3 . . . . . . 49.50
In the Light of the PastDavid Gorham. This
reflective original work provides a marvelous
vehicle for musical expression. The composer's
experience as a successful director is displayed in
his colorful and effective scoring, demonstrating an
understanding of the spectrum of sound that can
be achieved with concert band instrumentation.
Brilliantly conceived and expertly crafted, this
concert selection achieves a perfect balance of
repose and intensity.
10361473 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10361474 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
H In the Shining of the StarsRobert Sheldon.
Talk about sending chills up and down your spine!
This gorgeous work pulls as much emotion out of
the notes as many a harder piece. Reminiscent of
lush arrangements based on folk songs, this all-
original composition will allow you to teach many
listening, tuning and phrasing techniques to your
band, while at the same time reveling in incredibly
glorious sounds. Yes, you can make real music!
2347474 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
2347482 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
5837364 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance in Band, Vol. 3
3-CD Set: Grades 2-3 . . . . . . 39.50
l In These Last Days of AutumnRandall D.
Standridge. This emotionally charged piece was
written in memory of an aspiring rock musician. At
times nostalgic and triumphant, this work for concert
band brings together elements of symphonic and
pop music to create both a memorial for a young life
lost as well as a portrait of the final days of autumn,
fading in their golden glory.
10607766 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10607767 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
IncandescenceRichard L. Saucedo. Intended
to give young players the opportunity to experience
mixed meter in a controlled setting, Incandescence
uses an engaging and energetic rhythmic groove to
make this a fun and enjoyable piece. In addition to
being a perfect vehicle for teaching and internalizing
a constant 8th-note pulse subdivision, this work will
be exciting and rewarding to perform.
10316498 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10316502 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
n Into the ArcticBrian Balmages. This hauntingly
aggressive work investigates the legends surrounding
the exploration of Antarctica. Inspired by recent
brutal winters involving the polar vortex, the music
depicts magical scenery as well as treacherous
terrain. Eventually, the legends of Antarctica take
center stage as the music becomes restless and
increasingly aggressive. Powerful and exciting!
10520991 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
10520992 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
l Into the Clouds! (Flex Band)Richard L.
Saucedo. The emphatic driving pulse that occurs
throughout as well as the powerful percussion
writing and dramatic impact points of the original
are all contained in this flexible instrumentation
adaptation. The popular contest work for young
players is an impressive way for bands of small or
incomplete instrumentation to open any concert!
10626080 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10626081 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Into the Clouds!Richard Saucedo. This exciting
composition packs plenty of drama and intensity in
less than two minutes! Featuring active percussion
writing, powerful brass statements and woodwind
flourishes, this is a perfect program opener for any
occasion or festival.
10033519 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10033520 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
H
Into the StormRobert W. Smith. A very
rhythmic overture inspired by the 1993 "Storm of
the Century," this highly rewarding piece is packed
with sheer excitement. Into The Storm will amaze
your audience with an awesome sense of power
that your students never knew they possessed!
2302214 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 75.00
2302222 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
5974285 CD-The Music of Robert W. Smith,
Vol. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
Liked it? Loved it?
Write a review and share your
thoughts and tips with others.
