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H The Great Locomotive Chase—Robert W.
Smith. You'll love this fascinating and exciting
work by the talented Robert W. Smith that brings
the thrill of America's history alive! Inspired by
a Civil War-era train chase, this programmatic
work depicts what became known as "the
boldest adventure of the war." In addition to
being superb musical programming filled with
wonderful effects, the extensive historical notes
in the score assist teachers with collaborative
teaching on American history. It's not just great
music, it's great learning as well!
2439396 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . ME 62.00
Imaginarium—Randall 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 . . . . . . . ME 100.00
Jungle Dance—Brian Balmages. Your band
will lead a musical celebration of life in the jungle
with this captivating piece. A never-changing
melody is cleverly woven throughout the work
as the surrounding harmonies and textures
constantly evolve as the music develops. As
the melody is passed from section to section, it
is layered on top of itself numerous times along
with the countermelodies that have been heard
through the course of the piece. A large battery
of percussion compliments the winds perfectly in
this enchanting selection that is sure to become
your band's favorite.
10279417 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . ME 55.00
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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 . . . . . . . . ME 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 . . . . . . . . ME 80.00
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Rippling Watercolors—Brian Balmages. While
many often underestimate the extensive colors,
harmonies, and emotional ranges available to
younger ensembles, this stunning lyrical work
sets out to explore those very qualities. While
playable by middle school bands, this fully
expressive work is equally at home with mature
ensembles. A gorgeous and colorful work!
10521011 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
Sheltering Sky—John Mackey. A delicate and
sensitive work that creates an atmosphere of calm
and repose. Gently cascading lines seemingly
float over colorful harmonies as flowing melodies
create a sense of forward motion. A wonderful
addition to the repertoire, readily accessible and
immensely pleasing.
10316759 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . ME 145.00
Suite from The Planets—arr. Johnnie Vinson.
One of the most famous works of classical
literature is the Gustav Holst masterpiece "The
Planets"; the powerful and evocative music
remains as relevant today as ever before. Three
movements from this suite, Mars, Venus and
Jupiter, have been combined in this flexible
instrumentation setting so groups of any size and
makeup can perform and appreciate it.
10910718 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . ME 65.00
MEDIUM & MEDIUM-ADVANCED
H American Riversongs—Pierre La Plante. This
marvelous work is a moving tribute to an earlier
time, when our rivers and other waterways were
the lifelines of our growing nation. Featuring
Down The River; Shenandoah (Across The Wide
Missouri); The Glendy Burk and a delightful Creole
bamboula tune, this piece is an inspiring program
selection that will give an emotional, nostalgic
touch to your program.
2255933 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . M 85.00
Arabian Dances—Brian Balmages. Explore
Middle Eastern sounds with this work that
combines authentic traditional melodies and
rhythms with original music. After a haunting
opening, authentic Middle Eastern percussion
instruments create the groove that accompanies
the folk song Ala Dal'ona. As the orchestration
builds, original themes are intertwined before
the percussion ensemble becomes the focus
of the third section. The final melody, Tafta
Hindi, develops until it morphs into an ostinato
over a magnificent presentation of the original
theme that is found throughout the work.
A riveting ending brings this thrilling work to a
dynamic close!
10070445 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . M 90.00
H Danzon No. 2—Arturo Marquez/arr. Oliver
Nickel. Originally written for orchestra, Danzon
No. 2 has enjoyed significant popularity on
performance programs everywhere. The danzon
itself was Cuban-born, from a natural synthesis
of Spanish, British, and French dance forms. This
work is built on a beautiful, elegant main theme,
stated on clarinet, building in intensity before
erupting into passionate rhythms later.
10085080 Set of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 169.95
Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.95
Deus ex Machina—Randall D. Standridge.
Altered scales, cinematic scoring, and a dub-
step/techno feel are fused into a truly unique
musical construction that utilizes all of the colors
of the wind ensemble. Electronics and sound
effects create an added dimension in sound. The
ideal choice for a group looking for a challenge
and a piece that is outside the box. This version is
part of the Randall Standridge Music Flex Series
designed to be adaptable to bands, orchestras,
or small ensembles of any instrumentation.
Optional click and backing tracks as well as
reproducible parts make this an ideal choice for
ensembles looking for ultimate flexibility in live or
online rehearsal and performance.
11219789 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . M 75.00
H Dusk—Steven Bryant. This chorale-like work
captures the reflective calm of dusk - the time
when night begins to settle, but the sky is still
illuminated by the fiery hues of the setting sun. A
dramatic concert selection.
2480251 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . M 115.00
H English Folk Song Suite—Ralph Vaughan
Williams. An important part of core literature for
concert band, this three-movement suite treats
traditional melodies with remarkable originality
and subtle charm. The movements are titled
March: Seventeen Come Sunday; Intermezzo: My
Bonny Boy and March: Folksongs from Somerset.
Now available with newly edited and engraved full
score and parts.
149401 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . MA 95.00
H First Suite in E Flat—Gustav Holst/ed. Colin
Matthews. Widely acclaimed as the first major
wind band composition of the 20th century, this
excellent work, which has served as a model for
the modern concert band repertoire, is as fresh
today as when it was first written. No band library
can be called complete unless it contains this
monumental work.
152645 Band Set & Score . . . . . . .MA 115.00
Havana Nights—Randall D. Standridge.
Mambo rhythms and exciting melodies unite in
this "ballet" for wind ensemble. Catchy rhythms,
colorful percussion, and a distinct dance feel
engage performers and audience alike. Great
for conductors, this version is part of the
Randall Standridge Music Flex Series designed
to be adaptable to bands, orchestras, or small
ensembles of any instrumentation. Optional click
and backing tracks as well as reproducible parts
make this an ideal choice for ensembles looking
for ultimate flexibility in live or online rehearsal and
performance.
11219785 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . M 80.00
H O Magnum Mysterium—Morten Lauridsen/arr.
Reynolds. This fine arrangement brings Morton
Lauridsen's reverent masterwork to the concert
band stage. Many will know this stunning work
from the magnificent choral rendition that has
become a staple of the choral repertoire. A
serene and expressive composition, the fluid
lines and lovely harmonies will both challenge and
engage your performers. We are proud to give
this our highest recommendation.
2476926 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . M 85.00
The Seal Lullaby—Eric Whitacre. This loving
and dreamlike work captures the undulating
rhythm of a mother rocking her child to sleep. The
piece was inspired by the classic Rudyard Kipling
poem "White Seal." Magical!
10281862 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . M 125.00
Seventeen Come Sunday—Ralph Vaughan
Williams/arr. Ed Huckeby. The famous march
from Ralph Vaughan Williams' iconic "Folk Song
Suite" has been masterfully arranged, allowing
bands with limited instrumentation to enjoy the
uniqueness of this classic work. Every original
melodic line, chord, and nuance is included so
it can be performed in its original style, even by
ensembles with very limited instrumentation.
This is a must-have for any band library. A true
band standard!
11206929 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . M 60.00
Vanishing Point—Randall D. Standridge. The
beautiful vistas of the Great Lakes region serve as
the inspiration for this impressive and sweeping
work. Minimalistic rhythms, lush harmonies,
and colorful orchestration abound in bringing
the various faces of the waters to life. Optional
sound effects add to the overall impression this
piece will have on your players and audiences.
This version is part of the Randall Standridge
Music Flex Series designed to be adaptable to
bands, orchestras, or small ensembles of any
instrumentation. Optional click and backing
tracks as well as reproducible parts make
this an ideal choice for ensembles looking for
ultimate flexibility in live or online rehearsal and
performance.
11219791 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . M 80.00
