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Night Fury—Carol Brittin 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
4 Oceanic Forces—Aric Branchfield. The forces of
nature that come into play over the oceans of the
earth are given an awe-inspiring musical treatment
that beginning bands are sure to enjoy. The forceful
music is certainly impressive but surprisingly easy
to play, with the ranges and rhythms being well
within the reach of first-year musicians.
10907553 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10907554 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00
l Open the Door!—Bruce Broughton. This piece
was written for young bands by this world-
renowned film score composer. Composed as a
decidedly descriptive piece, it contains an insistent
percussion part that imitates a knock on a door that
gets louder and louder as the piece progresses and
grows in intensity.
10906466 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 48.00
10906468 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
l Polaris—Gary Fagan. This is a great composition
for your beginners' all-important first concert. It is
fully scored with parts doubled; the shortest rhythm
value is a quarter note for ease in learning and
confidence in performance. Sections with varied
articulation add to the appeal and educational value.
10909077 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 52.00
10909078 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00
H A Prehistoric Suite—Paul 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
4 Quest for the Throne—Larry Clark. Imagine a
time of kings and castles, armored knights and
horses, dragons and damsels in distress. You'll
hear all of these in this colorful work of chivalry and
valor. Bold and aggressive, there are also moments
of lush harmonies and themes that help to create
this medieval tapestry.
10908086 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10908087 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
A Quiet Song—James 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
Radiance—Brian Balmages. This sparkling work
harnesses the full spectrum of a large percussion
section with three different parts for bells, optional
vibraphone (up to three players on one instrument),
chimes, and a variety of other instruments.
Complemented with a series of simple rhythmic
fanfares, you'll experience bursts of musical energy
that seem to glow with sonic resonance. A great
concert opener or closer!
10907730 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
10907765 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l Renaissance Round—Travis J. Weller. Featuring
a lilting melody in 3/4 time, this elementary
selection hearkens back to a time in music history
that's resplendent in eloquence and simple beauty.
Written in the form of a round, the melody is shared
by various sections, highlighted by the sound of
colorful percussion instruments associated with
that time period.
10907555 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 42.00
10907556 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
l The Royal Horsemen—John M. Pasternak.
Written for beginning band, this energetic
processional is a perfect choice for concert, contest,
or ceremonial use. A valuable tool for teaching
articulations and stylistic contrast, it's also a
wonderful way to introduce your beginning band on
their next concert.
10910287 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10910288 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
10910289 Additional Oversized Score . . 25.00
4 Sahara Adventure—Victor Lopez. You'll
experience the feel of the desert with the drifting
sand moving across the Sahara through the exotic
sounds of this young band piece. The hot winds
seem to sing through the music as it grows,
becoming energetic and adventurous as it musically
explores a culture that thrives in one of the world's
hottest deserts.
10908181 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 51.00
10908182 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
4 Sailing Into the Moon—Gary Fagan. Upbeat and
jubilant, your young musicians will enjoy playing
this energetic and lively selection. From the very
first notes the melody captures your attention
while buoyant countermelodies add to the youthful
and spirited nature that everyone will love. An
outstanding choice for young band programming!
10908094 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
10908095 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.50
Salvation Is Created—Pavel 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
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
Shepherd's Hey—Percy 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
l A (Very) Short History of Music—arr. Douglas
E. Wagner. A very well-done setting that highlights
the roots of Western music in two and a half
minutes. Straightforward and compelling, seven
themes ranging from Gregorian chant to Igor
Stravinsky chronicle the transformation of music
throughout history. A great concert work that's
educational on several levels.
10870006 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 51.00
10870008 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
4 Sketches on a Shaped-Note Tune—Douglas E.
Wagner. This piece is an ideal way to transition from
method books to performance music. Inspired by
the shaped-note tradition of the early 19th century,
it's a concert work of musical quality seldom found
at this grade level. It's a very playable selection
that will be most impressive on your student's first
concert or any concert throughout the year.
10870011 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 51.00
10870013 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Skygazer Fanfare—Randall D. Standridge.
Syncopated rhythms, layered percussion,
and a sense of forward motion are all used in
this concert band work to create an exciting
soundscape for young musicians. Careful
attention has been paid to range and scoring
to create a work that is attainable by smaller
ensembles and will create a resonant full sound
for larger ensembles as well.
10515914 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 48.00
10515915 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
4 Slingshot—Michael Story. A driving original
work that will be fun to play and make a
compelling performance piece for your audience.
Shifting dynamics, vibrant counting patterns,
and a variety of articulations add to the listening
appeal as well as educational qualities. Creatively
scored to accommodate all of your percussionists
or as few as five, this one scores a bulls-eye on
everyone's target!
10882102 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 51.00
10882103 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
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The Snake Pit—Tyler Arcari. Sure to produce
some heebie-jeebies, this young band work
re-creates the reaction many feel when seeing
a snake. Young percussionists will especially
delight as they get to use a wide variety of
auxiliary percussion in mimicking the sounds
of these slithery serpents. Eighth-note patterns
and dynamic contrasts add to the creepy effect
that will have everyone checking the ground
around them.
10908114 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10908115 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
H A Song for Friends—Larry Daehn. This slow,
lyrical piece is excellent for teaching blend and
melodic line. A simple, moving melody and a
simple, moving tribute to friendship!
2389294 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
2403525 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
5935754 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance In Beginning Band,
Vol. 1, 3-CD Set . . . . . . . . . 39.50
Spirit of the Stallion—Brian Balmages.
Inspired by the powerful and magnificent stallion,
the music conjures sentiments of pride, strength,
daring and sheer power of will. Through simple
yet compelling meter changes, one can feel the
stallion galloping as it goes through a series of
changing moods - from bold to graceful and
fierce to humble. A truly spirited work!
10607800 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10607801 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4 Star Bright—Robert Sheldon. Beautiful melodic
lines thoughtfully embrace the hope of a wish
granted upon seeing the first star in the night sky.
Based on the endearing nursery rhyme, this piece
seeks to capture the simple yet uplifting nightly
moment to which all can relate.
10907732 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
10907767 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
The Tears of Arizona (Pearl Harbor Remem-
bered)—Brian Balmages. Commissioned to
commemorate the 75th anniversary of the attack
on Pearl Harbor, the music begins very solemnly,
referring to the "tears" of oil that continue to be
shed daily by the sunken ship. The section The
Pride of Arizona moves past the tears and to the
pride of the crew members and the feeling of the
"spirit of aloha." Percussion loosely imitates the
groove of a luau, yet is juxtaposed with moments
of pause and reflection. The final statement feels
incomplete, reminding the audience that the tears
have not stopped flowing. Magical!
10607812 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10607813 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
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by directors.
The Tempest—Robert W. Smith.
2321453 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .56.00
2321461 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
Armory—Randall D. Standridge.
10520934 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
10520935 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Night Fury—Carol Brittin Chambers.
10759593 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10759594 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
Adamant—Larry Clark.
10759591 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10759592 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
Colliding Visions—Brian Balmages.
10091607 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .40.00
10091608 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Furioso—Robert W. Smith.
2700051 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
2700052 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Ancient Voices—Michael Sweeney.
2306835 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .45.00
2306843 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Moai (Song of the Ancient Giants)—
Michael Sweeney.
10759553 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10759554 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Attack of the Cyborgs—Robert Buckley.
10759411 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10759552 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Incantation and Ritual—Brian Balmages.
2477561 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
2477562 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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