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Metrodance—Randall D. Standridge. A visit to
New York City inspired this vibrant concert work,
supercharged with the urban buzz of one of the
most amazing places in the world. The speed of life
and the collision of so many personalities, ideas,
and cultures is energizing and invigorating. Adapted
from the original for reduced instrumentation
ensembles, this is a concert celebration that
pulsates with the urban groove one feels when
walking through those busy streets. This reduced
instrumentation version makes this piece accessible
to bands of all sizes and instrumentations.
11317866 Band Set & Score
Reduced Instrumentation. . . . .50.00
Monument Valley—David Bobrowitz. An
evocative tribute to its namesake, a region of the
Colorado Plateau featuring vast sandstone buttes
reaching hundreds of feet above the valley floor,
this concert opener is full of musical opportunities.
Meter changes, independent lines, varied
dynamics, articulations, tempo changes, and a
uniquely American sound make this an exciting
and interesting concert or festival selection.
11205074 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Moonlit Dreams—Joshua V. Hinkel. Quiet and
introspective, this lyrical and reflective ballad expertly
blends the colors of mallet percussion with warm
and subtle wind colors for a beautifully sensitive
work. It creates an almost magical feeling of peace
and tranquility that reminds us of that special power
music has to affect our feelings and emotions.
11198209 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Moonlit Dreams—Joshua V. Hinkel. Quiet and
introspective, this lyrical and reflective ballad
expertly blends the colors of mallet percussion
with warm and subtle wind colors for a beautifully
sensitive work. It creates an almost magical feeling
of peace and tranquility that reminds us of that
special power music has to affect our feelings and
emotions. Now available for flexible wind band,
the beautiful lyricism of Moonlit Dreams can be
experienced by ensembles everywhere!
11315203 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
H Moscow, 1941—Brian Balmages. Take your
band to the next level with this inspiring work for
young bands! Based on the famous Russian song
Meadowlands, this work also uses original material
to tell the story of the Red Army successfully
defending Moscow against the German invasion in
the Second World War. Exploring various sounds,
colors, and harmonies, this makes a moment to
capture your audience's attention.
10008925 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Moscow, 1941—Brian Balmages. Take your
band to the next level with this inspiring work for
young bands! Based on the famous Russian song
Meadowlands, this work also uses original material
to tell the story of the Red Army successfully
defending Moscow against the German invasion in
the Second World War. Exploring various sounds,
colors, and harmonies, this presents a moment
to capture your audience's attention. This fully
adaptable version will allow bands of all sizes and
instrumentations to play this work.
11305111 Band Set & Score Full Flex . . .50.00
A Mother's Hymn—arr. Robert W. Smith. Simple,
poignant, and beautiful, you will find this to be an
artistic experience for both band and audience.
Based on an old Swedish hymn also known as How
Great Thou Art, it is appropriate for any concert
or festival performance. This promises to be a
standard in the concert band repertoire!
11207641 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Multnomah—William Owens. Relive the tale of a
young tribal princess and her quest to rescue her
people from utter destruction. Poignant melodies
and soul-stirring harmonies beautifully illustrate
a brave young heroine who gives her life so that
others may live. You and your students will be
profoundly moved by this gripping work.
11203042 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
l A Musical Memory—Noah D. Taylor. This is an
uplifting and energetic work composed for young
bands. Written to honor a longtime educator, it is a
spirited tribute to the joys of a long career. It is full
of energetic mixed meter and features a flute solo
and ABA form.
11348454 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
My Heart Always Wanders—arr. Jason K.
Nitsch. This hauntingly beautiful folk tune has all
of the drama that you'd want in a lyrical ballad. The
harmonic movement and powerful melody provide
ample opportunities to work on expressiveness and
sensitivity while also stretching the dynamic range
of your musicians.
11198566 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
My Irish Hart—Gary P. Gilroy. This highly
entertaining and distinctive piece has all the lively
flair and vigor of a thrilling Irish reel. The appealing
Irish flavor is unmistakable, it's hard to believe it
didn't originate in the Emerald Isle! In addition to
showcasing sections of colorful Celtic drumming,
optional string parts are available to make an
absolutely spectacular presentation that will bring
down the house.
11177143 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .70.00
11195669 Part Optional String Set . . . . . .30.00
Mystic Forest—Christopher Kyle Green. Perform
this mysterious and exhilarating work at your next
concert! Take your audience into a captivating
world where visions of blues and purples rule the
landscape. Sweeping harmonies and delicate solo
lines showcase the energy of the mystic forest,
followed by a rapid chase represented by fast
tempos and bombastic percussive sections. Engulf
your audience with beautiful harmonies that send
them into the wilderness!
11207599 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
H Nathan Hale Trilogy—James Curnow. This
work is inspired by three significant points in the
life of this legendary American hero. The musical
craftsmanship is evident in this impressive piece for
intermediate bands.
2232726 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Neapolitan Adventure—Andrew Balent. A
great programming choice featuring three Italian
melodies, this carefree piece will transport your
audience to the Mediterranean. Opening with the
happy Tiritomba, continuing with Santa Lucia, and
ending with Finiculi, Finicula, opportunities abound
for phrasing, blend, and mixed meters. This will
definitely work as a light classical moment at your
next concert!
11205072 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Nevermore—Brian Balmages. This modern work
based on Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" tells
the eerie story of a man confronted by a sinister
bird, and his slow descent into utter madness. A
haunting piano line starts the piece, surrounded
by contemporary effects and textures. As the
man becomes more irritated, the music picks up
in tempo and becomes increasingly dissonant
and violent until it erupts in a cacophony of chaos.
Finally, the man "breaks," and the unsettling
sounds of the opening piano return to conclude the
piece. A truly dramatic work for band.
10279442 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .70.00
New Waters, Old Waves—Clif Walker. This work
was written so that the percussion section would
have a constant presence throughout while being
achievable in a short amount of time. The colors
of the percussion section give this a unique sound
and an equal voice with the other instruments,
all while not turning the piece into a percussion
feature. The forward-moving energy is fueled
by the juxtaposition of syncopation and melody,
adding complexity. Each set comes with a printed
and bound score and includes individual parts in
PDF format for printing or for tablet viewing.
11316461 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .62.00
Night on Bald Mountain—Modeste Moussorgsky/
Williams. This impressive concert band adaptation
of Moussorgsky's spectacular orchestral work will
be a thrilling selection in any concert performance.
It depicts a witches' Sabbath and was used with
great effect in the Walt Disney animated film
"Fantasia." Trills, staccato phrases, meter changes
and wide variances in dynamics all contribute to the
effect. This is a very special transcription that will
show your band at its very best!
2244283 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .57.00
Night Ride Through Metropolis—Rob Romeyn.
Fasten your seat belts and hang on - you are
about to go on an exciting ride! Rhythmic and full
of energy, this music has a fresh and innovative
sound. The stark musical contrasts and the dark,
foreboding middle section will make this work a
favorite for concert and festival use. This version
guarantees success with even the most limited and
awkward of instrumentations. Your audience will be
reaching for the grab handles!
11206920 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Nimrod—Edward Elgar/arr. Bocook. This adagio
movement from the "Enigma Variations" provides
an excellent opportunity for developing bands to
work on tone, blend, intonation and dynamics.
This arrangement is designed for smaller bands
and features flexible scoring options to fit most
any ensemble.
10283910 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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Nimrod—Edward Elgar/arr. Reed. The classic
concert band edition of Elgar's famous work, which
appears on many state lists.
85506 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .72.00
Nostalgia—Rossano Galante. "Nostalgia" refers to
a sentimental longing or wistful recollection of the
past, typically for a time or place associated with
happy memories. This composition incorporates
two melodic themes that combine to build to a
climatic resolution with the full ensemble. The
music is lyrical, joyous, and ultimately hopeful,
taking the listener to a place of harmonic bliss.
10739087 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .58.00
H Novena—James Swearingen. From the sensitive
opening to the forceful climax this composition
displays the same successful qualities of previous
works by this outstanding composer. Strong lyrical
writing, mixed with rhythmic vitality, makes this a
definite must in the repertoire for contest use.
2062438 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Ode to Joy—Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Scott
Stanton. Your band will sound big on this setting
of a beloved tune. As conductor, you get to create
a unique band sound using the strengths of your
instrumentation and the suggested flexible interplay
between sections. All players will appreciate that
they get to share the melodic spotlight. Optional
parts for guitar, piano, bass, and percussion can
be used to fill out the band. A good choice for a
massed band of varying abilities!
11206926 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
l Of Kings and Kingdoms—Amy Webb. This work
elicits different moods and colors. The first section
has a majestic feel followed by a modal dance-like
second section. The third section is a rich chorale,
and the ominous fourth section concludes the
piece with energy and motion - including the use
of thunder sheets to great effect!
11344529 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
Of Monsters and Men—Randall D. Standridge.
A thrilling adaptation for concert band. Inspired
by three scenes from the story, listeners are
transported from the frigid arctic wasteland to eerie
nighttime graveyards and the laboratory where the
monster is created. Styled after Gothic soundtracks
of classic horror movies, the music creates a pulse-
racing drama with the suspense growing into a
terrifying climax.
10982001 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Old Churches—Michael Colgrass. If you are
looking for something that stands apart from
the average band fare, take a look at this one.
Gregorian chant is one of the earliest forms of
notated music, using free flowing rhythms and
simple melody. In this magnificently crafted
work, these elements combine to create an aura
of voices echoing in the monastery. Using easy
graphic notation, students have a fun and creative
way to explore sound production along with the
compositional process. It's quite an amazing work
for this level, and one worth exploring!
2473556 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
H On a Hymnsong of Philip Bliss—David R.
Holsinger. This piece is based on the hymn It Is
Well With My Soul. This is a work that has gained
acceptance as a contest and festival choice with
its appearance on an increasing number of state
contest lists.
2219178 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .70.00
On to the Next Frontier—Richard L. Saucedo.
This exciting overture captures feelings of adventure
and daring as we look towards a new frontier and a
flourishing future. To start, the percussion section
is featured with wind layers building up to a vibrant
full band statement of the main theme. The lyric
middle section features short solos before the fast
pace returns with a full band recap of the opening
theme and a rousing finish.
11205779 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
On Wind and Sails—Roger Cichy. This composition
perfectly places the listener as a sail boat racer in the
waters of Narragansett Bay. This rollicking nautical
piece is energetic and rhythmic the whole way
through. Your students will enjoy the excitement that
this piece offers! A salty tale of the seas!
11206277 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
On Wings of Flight—Michael Boo. This jubilant
overture conveys the wonder of soaring high
above the ground. Great as a concert opener or a
contest or festival selection, this composition offers
opportunities for the development of dynamic
contrast, accents, and articulations in your
ensemble. Doubling of multiple parts lets bands
with more limited instrumentation successfully
perform this piece while there are plenty of
percussion parts to go around. Program this for
your young band and see them take flight!
11205112 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
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Once There Were Kings—Gary Gazlay. This work
features an ancient, open sound with big brass
chords. A mournful tune gives way to an energetic
dance in three before returning to the original
theme and sound. A musical journey into the past!
11354762 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Opening Day: State Fair—David Bobrowitz. It's
opening day at the annual state fair, and everyone
is ready to have a great day of family fun. All of the
energy and anticipation of this annual event are here
as the catchy melody and exciting rhythmic features
musically create a carnival atmosphere. Fun to play
and hear, it's a highly programmable number that's
especially appropriate as summertime approaches!
11201787 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .70.00
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