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2017 Fall Concert Band

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4Editors' Choice (Best of 2017 Publications) lNew for 2017 HPepper Basic Library Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 18 concert band Go to cart Concert and Contest Selections very easy l Land of PharaohsGene Milford. Experience the mystery and romance surrounding Egypt's Nile River as the exotic harmonies describe expansive deserts, mighty pyramids, and the Valley of the Kings. The legacy of art and culture that has inspired generations around the globe is represented by the colorful music of the creative writing. Listeners will get a real sense of the power of the mighty pharaohs, captivating mankind since the end of their long reign. 10759583 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00 10759584 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.50 The Legacy of Heroesarr. Michael Story. An awe-inspiring work that pays tribute to fallen military heroes. The flowing elegance of America the Beautiful is interspersed with the regal sound of Taps, resulting in a moving work for your beginners. Suitable for concerts as well as memorial ceremonies. 10051104 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 51.00 10051106 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 l The Lightning CatcherPeter Terry. Bring back fond memories with this celebration of youth and the mysteries of past summer nights. The fascination of twinkling lightning bugs and the joy of chasing, catching, and releasing them back into the night are fond childhood staples for many. With joyous, bold gestures and colorful textures throughout, this is sure to bring pleasant recollections of youth to your audience. 10759643 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00 10759644 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50 4 Long Day's Journey (A Triumphant Return) James Swearingen. Starting with a bold and captivating fanfare, this musical journey sets out with a strong rhythmic foundation introduced in the percussion section. As with any trip, a few musical surprises occur that are sure to catch and hold the interest of your audience. The ultimate reward of this memorable journey for young musicians is the dramatic and ultimately exciting conclusion. 10758965 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 10758966 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 10758792 CD-Blaze! . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95 n Look To The Skies (A Glorious Fanfare) James Swearingen. When looking for well- scored music that is highly inspirational, you can't do better than this. An impressive opening features strong percussion and powerful chords leading to the very expressive theme that illuminates a strong message of hope. This piece will have an impact that will be long remembered. 10522837 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 46.00 10522838 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 l The Lost Lady Foundarr. Michael Story. This 19th-century folk song is best known as the melody used in the last movement of Percy Grainger's masterwork Lincolnshire Posy. Written in 3/4 time with few accidentals, the written articulations and phrasing really contribute in making this very playable work sparkle. 10733619 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 51.00 10733620 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00 MajesticaBrian Balmages. Open your next concert with a musical celebration! Triumphant and bold, this work is well-crafted for young bands. Dynamic contrast is aided by changes in texture, and the short, powerful phrases let students perform with a strong sound. This one is a real confidence-booster! 10008905 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 10008906 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 March from First Suite for Military Band Gustav Holst/arr. Story. Historically important, the suite this comes from is one of the first pieces written exclusively for military bands. This arrangement is based on the second theme of the March, a very lyrical melody reminiscent of British folk music. This accomplished setting brings this cherished work to the stands of your beginners, a most welcome addition to beginning band repertoire! 10279758 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 56.00 10279759 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00 l Memories from Another TimeJeremy Bell. You'll evoke welcome feelings of nostalgia and serenity when you perform this gently flowing work. The musical qualities include numerous teaching moments for young musicians including lyric playing, balance, and blend. Low brass and woodwind melodies create additional opportunities for part independence and expression. 10739085 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 48.00 10739086 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 Midnight MissionBrian Balmages. Midnight Mission takes students on a top-secret adventure as they encounter varied rhythms and dynamics! This very playable work by Brian Balmages will increase the confidence of young musicians as they learn part independence and sensitivity to dynamics. Creative scoring and effective use of percussion add to the appeal of this mysterious sounding piece for young bands. 2480653 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00 2480654 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Midnight Sky (from "Midnight Suite")Brian Balmages. This sensitive setting is right on target for developing musicality in young performers! Set at a comfortable andante tempo, the work is not technically challenging, yet will help develop important expressive performance skills. It's less than two minutes long, so endurance is not an issue, making this short, but very, very sweet. Three chorales are included to expand the learning experience. It also makes a great warm-up for older bands! 10008898 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00 10008899 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 4 Moai (Song of the Ancient Giants)Michael Sweeney. The giant and impressive stone statues of Easter Island, known as Moai, have been the source of mystery and wonder for generations. Using hints of Polynesian drumming and haunting ancient- sounding melodies, this intriguing work for 2nd year players, brings about the feelings of awe and exotic majesty that surround these ancient monoliths. 10759553 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 10759554 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Morning MistRobert Sheldon. This work is a musical portrait of a misty morning, complete with the hope and promise of a new day. Watercolor melodies are presented with pastel harmonic support in this impressionistic approach to lyrical performance by young bands. 10312626 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00 10312627 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 H MorpheusRobert W. Smith. Robert W. Smith is renowned for writing powerful, colorful compositions that come off as amazingly sophisticated, even for bands at the very easy level! This fine addition to your program is named for Morpheus, the Greek god of dreams, represented here by the bold lines and high-energy, driving rhythms. You'll love the creative percussion writing as well. Very highly recommended! 2477914 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 56.00 2477915 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00 l Mustangs!Douglas A. Bradley. An ideal choice for your beginners' very first concert. Clarinets, trumpets, alto saxophones, horns, and trombones all play single parts in this lively selection. Some simple syncopation is the most difficult rhythm you'll find, and the ranges are confined to a single octave - but your audience will never suspect it to be so easy! 10738796 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 10738797 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 4 Night FuryCarol Britten Chambers. Intended to portray a mythological time period, this vividly creative work is full of adventure and excitement, bringing to mind images of dragons, castles, and other legendary creatures. It's apparent that the impressive writing was highly influenced by dramatic film scores in creating this epic, fast- paced composition playable by young musicians. 10759593 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00 10759594 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.50 On Placid SeasRobert Sheldon. This tranquil offering brings to mind the feeling of floating on a calm sea, contemplating the starry skies above. Playable by young bands, this will bring a moment of lyricism to your next concert. Beautiful! 10521005 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00 10521006 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 4 Pegasus OvertureMike Collins-Dowden. Take your audiences on an imaginary trip back to the times of ancient Greece and tales of incredible creatures. In Greek mythology, Pegasus is a fantastic winged horse that carried its rider into epic battles. This exciting concert overture with its bold themes captures the majesty and beauty of this mighty mythical creature. 10739091 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 48.00 10739092 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 H A Prehistoric SuitePaul Jennings. Beginning groups will love this unique, programmatic suite of four short movements, each of which portrays a well known prehistoric creature (or two!). Clever and very easy, it includes: Stegosaurus; Brontosaurus; Pteradactyls and The Battle (Tyrannosaurus and Triceratops). A really different work at this level 2185106 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 4843397 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 5935754 CD-Teaching Music Through Performance In Beginning Band, Vol. 1, 3-CD Set . . . . . . . . . 39.50 l Promise of TomorrowPaul Clark. While only using notes from the B-flat concert scale, this impressive concert or festival piece is filled with musicality not usually found at this level. The contrasts between gentle lyrical passages and bold full-ensemble sections provide numerous teaching opportunities as well as appealing musical effects. Numerous cues are provided to assure a full sound, even with limited or unbalanced instrumentation, for a positive performing experience. 10758957 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 10758958 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 10758792 CD-Blaze! . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95 l PulsateMekel Rogers. The fast and rhythmic drive of this piece gives the illusion of alternating meters while remaining in 3/4 throughout. Melodic and harmonic ideas are carefully layered on top of one another to create an entrancing, almost hypnotic pulsating effect. Easy ranges, active percussion, and solid scoring make this a great choice for concerts, festivals, or honor band clinics. 10758221 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00 10758222 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 n A Quiet SongJames Swearingen. Absolutely breathtaking, this expressive piece was created especially for young bands by this experienced band composer. Swearingen's ability to make a band sound mature beyond their years is evident - we've all come to appreciate his talent for exceptional writing. Be sure to include this musical gem on your next concert. 10609451 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 44.00 10609452 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 l Rays of LightGeorge Sweet. An upbeat, positive piece for developing ensembles inspired by the return of light after a dark storm. The composer's indelible style incorporates a fresh harmonic perspective not commonly found in pieces at this level. The simple and tuneful melodic gestures allow every section of the band to have a chance to shine in this delightful piece for beginning band. 10759595 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00 10759596 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.50 l Red Sky at MorningHeather Hoefle. Using the seafaring adage "Red sky at night, sailor's delight; red sky at morning, sailors take warning," this piece paints a scene of life at sea. The writing helps to teach young musicians to play long phrases and expressive dynamics with the flowing melodies. Brass players blow air through their instruments, imitating the wind and waves of the sea while the minor mode portrays the feeling of uncertainty on a ship at sea with inclement weather on the way. 10757629 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 10757630 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 l Renaissance DanceTielman Susato/arr. Bill Calhoun. The music of this famous composer has long been a staple in band music as it represents some of the first examples of music for consorts of instruments. It's an outstanding setting to teach music in the Renaissance style. This may be the easiest possible arrangement of this famous piece, yet the careful writing retains all the style and color of the original. 10759585 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00 10759586 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.50 l RubiconGary Fagan. With rhythms consisting of only quarter, half, and whole notes, this very easy selection is a great candidate for your beginner's very first concert. The emphatic articulations and sensible doublings will have your young players sounding confident, mature and musically accomplished. It will be easy to prepare and perform successfully with limited rehearsal time. 10759806 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 10759807 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Salvation Is CreatedPavel Tschesnokoff/arr. Story. One of the most enduring and beautiful chorales ever written, it's been used in numerous settings since being written in 1912. The extremely emotional and musical nature of the piece has made it a concert favorite and now in this playable setting, it can be performed and enjoyed on an even larger scale. 10311574 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 56.00 10311579 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00 l Samba-leleBruce Pearson. By expanding an eight-measure exercise, the composer has created a full-fledged, entertaining and lively piece for beginning band. There are ample opportunities for percussion students to play exciting and active rhythms on a variety of instruments not typically used in repertoire at this level. Congas, timbales, and agogo bells enhance the colorful melodies and harmonies of this delightful island-flavored selection. 10757633 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00 10757634 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 Scorpion!Richard L. Saucedo. With relentless rhythmic drive and powerful-sounding themes, here is an exciting piece for second-year players. Utilizing a single tempo and no syncopation, this is a great tool for teaching rhythmic security and ensemble balance. 10373878 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00 10373879 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 n SerenadeRobert Sheldon. Provide your young band with a gentle and poignant moment on your next concert. This lovely and lyrical offering contains subtle, yet dramatic shifts in tonality that create interest and momentum in this tuneful and sensitive composition. 10515910 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 49.00 10515911 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00 4 Shadow WarriorsChris Bernotas. The mystery and intrigue of the ninja warrior comes to life in this absorbing piece for young band. Students and audiences can imagine their own action-packed storyline as the music unfolds in dramatic fashion. Characteristic percussion parts and oriental harmonies are presented with strong rhythms and memorable melodies in creating this musical adventure. 10739107 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 49.00 10739108 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00 Shepherd's HeyPercy Aldridge Grainger/arr. De Stefano. Using only six notes, this arrangement of Shepherd's Hey retains the wonderful character of Grainger's setting while staying accessible to even the least experienced of students. The light style and energy of the piece makes this an exciting selection for your next concert program. 10312608 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00 10312609 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Same Day Shipping Order by 5 and it ships today.

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