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CONCERT & CONTEST
B E G I N N I N G B A N D
Boulder Ridge March—Chris Ferguson. Here
is an excellent introduction to the march style. It
is spirited and features a lovely countermelody in
the upper woodwinds. Your percussionists will
have fun opportunities with auxiliary instruments,
and even your low voices will get some exposure!
Marches have it all, and this is no exception!
11346000 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l Curious Cobbler—Michael Oare. Imagine a
slightly confused cobbler and his workshop
of curious tools and gadgets. Michael Oare's
descriptive and clever work for beginning bands
features a tuneful melody and special effects in
the percussion section.
11373581 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Deimos—Timothy Loest. Many know Mars,
the Bringer of War. Now meet his diabolical son
Deimos, the Bringer of Terror. Fashioned in the
style of Holst, this work uses driving rhythms,
dark harmonies, and an asymmetrical form to
personify Deimos, the Greek mythological god of
terror and the namesake of Mars' second moon.
11352543 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Great Beginnings—Michael Kamuf. This
energetic composition is the perfect opener or
closer for your beginning musicians. Employing
interesting melodies, full harmonies, and active
rhythms, every instrumentalist gets an opportunity
to play engaging material that keeps interest
while reinforcing important fundamentals. A great
musical vehicle that will motivate your beginners.
This flexible version comes with supplemental
parts and permission is granted to photocopy
as needed. A percussion accompaniment track
is also available as a free download. String
parts have been edited with extra fingerings and
bowings to support students in mixed ensembles
playing in less familiar keys.
11315481 Band Set & Score
with String Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Starliner—Kevin Hilbun. Inspired by NASA's
Starliner, this composition offers players
interesting yet easy melodic material and
countermelodies that will let your students work
on phrasing and balance. Short percussion solos
and an emphasis on developing low brass and
woodwinds make this an excellent concert opener
or a great choice for any other concert situation.
11349197 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Twilight Smiling—Larry Clark. With a keen eye
toward the needs of younger and developing
bands, this work expertly navigates the technical
needs at this level to provide a mature-sounding
lyrical style for success. With only the first six
notes taught and the most difficult rhythm being
two repeated eighth notes, you will find many
opportunities for success with this gentle piece.
11346082 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Vulcan's Forge—Patrick Roszell. A musical
portrait of the imposing Vulcan, ancient Roman
god of fire and metalworking, this strident and
impressive piece brings this mythical figure to life.
Accessible to students in the second half of their
first year of instruction. In addition to the powerful
scoring, the piece also presents the option for
young woodwind players to learn trill technique.
This flexible version comes with supplemental
parts and permission is granted to photocopy
as needed. A percussion accompaniment track
is also available as a free download. String
parts have been edited with extra fingerings and
bowings to support students in mixed ensembles
playing in less familiar keys.
11315499 Band Set & Score
with String Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Wings to the Mind—Brian Balmages. This
fanfare-style work celebrates the famous quote
by Plato in which he states "Music gives ...
wings to the mind [and] flight to the imagination."
Despite using only six notes and basic rhythms,
the work sounds surprisingly mature and
powerful. A strong, celebratory work for your
youngest musicians!
11352545 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Woody Woodblocker—Joseph Compello.
Feature your percussion section, or even
a talented faculty member, in this novelty
that uses the woodblock as a soloist. Great
for developing first-year counting skills and
working on balance, countermelodies, and
easy dynamics, this composition will be both
entertaining and educational.
11349196 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
V E R Y E ASY
Adamant—Larry Clark. Even the youngest of
players will sound confident and assertive with
this beginning band work that's strong from
start to finish. Set in C minor, the rhythms are
no more difficult than two repeated eighth notes
highlighted with biting dissonances and angular
interjections in the flowing main theme. A distinct
work of drama not usually found at this level.
10759591 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Aftershock—Larry Clark. Solid scoring gives
this bold piece an edge young players will love.
The forceful theme heard in the upper voices
and strong lines in the lower voices are driven
by the supportive percussion parts. Sure to be a
highlight of your next concert!
10279503 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Alarm—Randall D. Standridge. Sound the
alarms! This bombastic work will make an exciting
addition to your next concert and keep your
students motivated from rehearsal to rehearsal.
Searing dissonances, tri-tones, and syncopated
rhythms create a challenging, yet achievable
piece that is sure to be a hit with musicians and
audiences alike.
11002170 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Alpha Squadron—Greg Hillis. Here's a super
concert opener for young bands! Powerful
unison lines open this stirring concert work as
the trumpets state the heroic-sounding melody!
The marcato style balances nicely with the legato
style in the middle section. This is a great piece
for teaching contrasting styles.
2475354 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
H Ancient Voices—Michael Sweeney. This is
a mystical and exciting piece for developing
players! Michael Sweeney has included some
really creative ideas including group vocals, an
optional recorder section feature, and percussive
effects done by wind players. This will be a big
hit with your band.
2306835 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Armory—Randall D. Standridge. A bombastic
work for young band inspired by video game
music. It alternates between minor and Phrygian
modes to create a dark and sinister soundscape.
The use of aggressive articulations and brake
drum give the work an industrial and militaristic
feel. Safe performances are NOT recommended.
Suit up. Grab your weapon. Go to war!
10520934 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
At Twilight—Tyler S. Grant. The peaceful
melodies of this beautiful lyrical work are an
ideal way to showcase the musicality of your
developing ensemble. Extremely modest ranges
allow directors to focus on line, tone and musical
maturity. Beautiful music that will move your
audience deeply.
10459797 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Bazaar—Randall D. Standridge. Take your
audiences on a musical tour of the exotic markets
of the Middle East. The evocative writing will
have listeners experiencing the aroma of spices
and imagining the sight of beautiful fabrics while
the sounds of the crowds and laughter fill the air.
Imaginative harmonies and colorful percussion
bring the music to life as it takes everyone on an
appealing musical journey.
10790908 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
An Outstanding Band Method!
HABITS OF A
SUCCESSFUL BEGINNER
BAND MUSICIAN
A Comprehensive Method Book for
Year One and Beyond
Scott Rush & Jeff Scott.
A field-tested, vital, and - most importantly
- musical collection of 225 sequenced
exercises for the beginning band student.
This book's cutting-edge online component,
Habits Online Universal, features a grade
book that allows students to submit video
recordings of their performances as a primary
source of assessment.
11220515 Flute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220516 Oboe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220517 Bassoon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220518 Clarinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220519 Bass Clarinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220520 Alto Sax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220521 Tenor Sax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220522 Baritone Sax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220523 Trumpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220524 F Horn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220525 Trombone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220526 Baritone BC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220527 Baritone TC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220528 Tuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11220529 Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.95
11176150 Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
