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CONCERT & CONTEST medium-easy
Acropolis (Flexcel Concert Series)—
Matthew R. Putnam. This work for beginning band,
rescored for flexible instrumentation, is a great
introduction to simple syncopation. Using only
the first six notes of the B-flat scale, this is a great
opportunity to introduce simple slurs and legato
playing. We know your audience will enjoy this
musical experience.
11373907 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . B 60.00
Air Force One—Chris M. Bernotas.
Evoking the proud spirit symbolized by the
presidential aircraft, the rhythmic drive and uplifting
melody will quickly make this piece a favorite of your
students and audiences alike. Now scored in a five-
part flex format (winds, strings, and percussion), it
has engaging rhythms, memorable melodies, and
exciting percussion parts! (2:20)
11385694 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
America, the Beautiful (Six-Part Flex Band)—
Samuel A. Ward/arr. David R. Gillingham.
This gorgeous setting of the ever-popular anthem
has been rescored for six-part flex band. While
preserving the beauty of the hymn, the fresh and
somewhat contemporary accompaniment never
strays too far from the simple and appealing melody.
It transcends some of the harmonies and scoring we
have heard and grown to expect over the years.
11398674 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00
Andalucia—Victor Lopez.
The Moors that occupied Andalucia for nearly 800
years contributed unique music and exotic dances to
the culture of the region. With this inspiration, Victor
Lopez produced an original composition that blends
both the flamenco and traditional march styles - full
of fire and energy! This version is designed with
maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments
- wind, strings, and percussion, including like or
mixed ensembles with as few as four players. (2:00)
11385700 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . VE 60.00
Antecedium (Build-a-Band)—Ed Huckeby.
A flexible reimagining of this exceptional piece and
perennial favorite for mid-level band. Numerous
meter changes in the allegro section contribute to
the high-energy impact that is balanced nicely with
the eloquent adagio. Many states have added this
to their contest lists since it's the kind of work that
makes developing bands sound great!
11402229 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00
As Twilight Falls—Robert Sheldon.
The sense of peace and tranquility of twilight on a
summer's evening inspires this lovely, lyrical offering.
An excellent teaching opportunity for phrasing and
expression, it provides a moment of contrast at
any young band's concert performance and is now
available in this five-part flex format. With purchase,
permission is granted to photocopy the parts as
needed for your ensemble. Correlates to Book 1,
Level 5 of Sound Innovations for Concert Band. (2:10)
11385692 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
At the Feast of Stephen
(featuring Good King Wenceslas)—
arr. Scott Watson. This novel setting of the
traditional Good King Wenceslas will musically
transport you and your students to a lively
celebration of Christmas in the high Middle Ages.
This flex version is designed with maximum
adaptability for use by any mix of instruments -
wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or
mixed-ensembles with as few as four players. With
purchase, permission is granted to photocopy the
parts as needed for your ensemble. (2:30)
11385696 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . VE 57.00
Bell Carol Rock (Flexible Instrumentation)—
Mykola D. Leontovych/arr. Ryan Fraley.
Rock out with this hip new version of Ukrainian Bell
Carol that has been rearranged for flexible ensemble!
Modern harmonies, great use of mallet instruments,
and optional drum set all combine to make this a
true showstopper! Incredibly colorful writing for
developing bands and a modern twist on a classic!
11399634 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
Benediction (Flex Band)—John Stevens.
The beautiful lyric composition Benediction has
established itself in the repertoire for full concert
band. This arrangement has been skillfully adapted
for flexible instrumentation, retaining the rich chorale
flavor and flowing melodies of the original. A variety
of options are available for the featured solo spots at
the beginning and end.
11401298 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00
Blessed Are They (Flex Band)—
Johannes Brahms/arr. Clarence Barber &
Barbara Buehlman. This sublime work, originally
composed for chorus and orchestra, has all the depth
and beauty associated with the music of Johannes
Brahms. This skillfully crafted arrangement for flexible
ensemble makes this staple of concert band literature
for developing bands even more accessible.
11399769 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . M 45.00
A Christmas Fantasy (Build-a-Band)—
arr. Paul Clark. A swingin' and rockin' version of
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel and Greensleeves
scored for flexible instrumentation.
11402226 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Cumberland Cross—Carl Strommen.
A true concert band classic that explores the
rich American folk style in two sections. The first
has broad, moving harmonies under a melody
reminiscent of Shenandoah, and the second a
lively dance evoking Copland. This flex version is
designed with maximum adaptability for use by any
mix of instruments - wind, strings, and percussion,
including like or mixed ensembles with as few as
five players. With purchase, permission is granted to
photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble.
String parts call for more advanced fingering
patterns, shifting, and ranges. All string parts have
been carefully edited with extra fingerings and
appropriate bowings. (3:30)
11385690 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . ME-MA 75.00
Dark Adventure—Ralph Ford. It's the creepy and
ghostly classic original work with a different look.
This flex version is designed with maximum flexibility
for use by any mix of instruments - wind, strings, and
percussion, including like or mixed ensembles with
as few as five players. With purchase, permission is
granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your
ensemble. This unique setting offers a wide variety
of dynamics, textures, and styles while remaining
playable. The momentum is quickly established,
and your students are part of the journey! This super
piece will capture the imagination of students and
listeners alike. (3:25)
11385698 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . VE 60.00
Deck the Hall—arr. Lauren Taylor.
Looking for a more challenging holiday flex
arrangement? Featuring contemporary harmonies
and rhythms to present an old favorite in a new way,
this arrangement fits the bill. Using a fanfare-like
ostinato and modern harmonic structures combined
with the traditional melody, use this to teach about
contemporary interpretations and techniques.
11399519 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00
Dragon Dance—Michael Story.
The dragon dance is a traditional event in Chinese
culture, especially during Chinese New Year
celebrations. This flex version is designed with
maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments
- wind, strings, and percussion, including like or
mixed ensembles with as few as three players. With
purchase, permission is granted to photocopy the
parts as needed for your ensemble. (1:30)
11385702 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . B 55.00
Encanto (Flex Band)—Robert W. Smith.
A staple of the festival repertoire for young bands
for over 30 years! With its dramatic fanfare and
rhythmic energy throughout, this version for flexible
instrumentation is adapted directly from the original.
11373583 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00
Flight of the Thunderbird (Flex Band)—
Richard L. Saucedo. First published in 2004, this
work has remained a popular choice for contest and
festival for young players. Skillfully scored in this new
edition for flexible instrumentation, this exciting work
in one tempo will sound great with an ensemble of
any size.
11401305 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
Gambit (Six-Part Flex Band)—Greg Danner.
Defined as "a daring and adventurous opening
strategy," Gambit skillfully mixes elements of
suspense and excitement into a high-energy concert
or contest piece for young band. The intriguing
music will thrill your band and audiences alike. This
arrangement is for six-part flexible instrumentation.
11398672 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . ME 70.00
Infernal Galop—arr. Evan VanDoren.
Jacques Offenbach's Infernal Galop, or Can-Can
as it is more often called, has been reimagined
throughout history. This new flexible instrumentation
arrangement for concert band is a perfect addition to
any performance. Particularly effective as a closing
selection or encore, this recognizable flourish will
have your audience on their feet!
11400999 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . ME 80.00
Jingle Bells Swing
(Legacy Reduced Instrumentation)—
James L. Pierpont/arr. Mark Lortz. This is the
lively, fun, and swinging arrangement of this classic
holiday standard that you have been waiting for!
Expertly scored, this sure-to-be concert favorite is
set in the style of Gene Krupa! Rescored to enable
ensembles with smaller instrumentation to sound
full, every section gets a chance to show off the
melody as well as hip, swinging figures. Colorful jazz
harmonies and a swinging drum feature round out
this must-have addition. Optional drum set part.
11373053 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Jungle Dance—Brian Balmages.
Rescored for flexible instrumentation, this captivating
musical celebration portrays the strength and energy
of all the life in the jungle. The piece cleverly employs
a melody that never changes throughout the entire
work - rather, all the surrounding harmonies and
textures constantly evolve as the music develops.
Ultimately, the melody is layered on top of itself
several times along with the countermelodies that
have been heard throughout the work. A large
battery of percussion completes the orchestration in
a work that is certain to impress.
11399656 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00
NEW BAND WORKS WITH FLEXIBLE
INSTRUMENTATION OPPORTUNITIES
Titles for bands of all sizes and instrumentation. Incomplete or unbalanced ensembles
will especially benefit from these carefully scored arrangements.
