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Wayfaring Stranger—arr. Christopher M. Nelson.
This lush and colorful setting of the folk song Poor
Wayfaring Stranger grabs hold of your heart and
doesn't let go until the final notes of the piece.
Masterful orchestration and innovative yet sensitive
treatment of the original folk song characterize this
arrangement, which is sure to become a classic
work for wind band. Exquisite!
10535895 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .89.00
We May Rise—arr. Preston Hazzard. This tender
melody was originally a choral work entitled All
Praise to Thee with text based on a chorale written
by Martin Luther and first published in 1524. This
wonderfully musical melody has been beautifully
reimagined for this outstanding work for wind
band. The wide variety of instrumental colors is
extremely effective in capturing and enhancing the
rich harmonies and haunting melody of the original.
10910750 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
The Wellerman Come—Travis J. Weller. Inspired
by the wildly popular New Zealand sailing song
Soon May the Wellerman Come, this outstanding
work takes us on an epic journey with the captain
and the ship's energetic crew. Moments of peril
intertwine with chants of victory as the struggle
unfolds. A superb change of pace for any concert,
and a fantastic closer as well!
11399688 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .80.00
West Highlands Sojourn—Robert Sheldon.
Inspired by the composer's journey through the
western hill country of England and Wales, this
delightful piece borrows from folk melodies he
heard on a river near the Scottish border.The
three sections of the piece provide very effective
contrast and, with Sheldon's artful scoring, this is
an excellent choice for concert or contest.Splendid!
2284255 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .76.00
Where the Waters Meet—arr. Carol Brittin
Chambers. Feature a trombonist and trumpet player
with this beautiful adaptation of O Waly, Waly. Lush
harmonies, emotional moments of impact, and fine
percussion writing make this more than a simple
lyrical piece. The climactic moment results in a
beautiful chorale that brings out the colors of the
ensemble. An excellent choice!
11346090 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Whisper to Their Souls—Samuel R. Hazo. Here
is a unique and creative setting of the familiar tune
Greensleeves (What Child Is This?) that opens with
the melody scored softly for the woodwinds. The
full ensemble contributes a series of harmonically
rich phrases until the work reaches and emotional
climax at the powerfully scored key change. While
this is certainly effective as a holiday offering, it can
be performed as a memorable tone poem any time
of the year.
10051805 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Wicklow—Laura Estes. This original folk-sounding
work is packed with opportunities for historical
study as well as historically accurate instruments.
Percussionists are highlighted prominently and will
enjoy the variety of instruments used in this piece.
The original melodies and a spirited percussion
feature do justice to the vast musical culture of the
Emerald Isle!
11346092 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
Winds of Change—Randall Standridge. Winds
that flow across the landscape now provide
energy - and the inspiration for this piece. The
quiet introduction depicts the great open spaces
that stretch for miles as gentle morning breezes
begin. Small gusts of wind, represented by scale
passages and arpeggiated figures, dance across
the landscape. The pace picks up until the music
soars, much like the wind racing across the land,
turning the turbines and charging exuberantly
towards the future.
10604532 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
Winter Festival—Matthew Donnelly. What says
"winter" more than children sledding down snow-
covered hills? In the cold winter months, there's no
better way to spend a Saturday than getting outside
on a toboggan. Brilliant scales and rhythmic parts for
all make this an excellent opener for a winter concert.
11401110 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
The Wishing Well—Rossano Galante. The
Wishing Well depicts a touching musical scene
of a child approaching a well and making a wish.
The music ebbs and flows utilizing solos and full
ensemble to describe the water at the bottom of
the well. As we reach the climax, the main theme is
stated as the child tosses the coin into the well with
the hope the wish will be granted.
11001740 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
With Each Sunset—Richard Saucedo. Composed
with delicate orchestrations and tender melodies, this
work presents an uplifting setting for concerts and
festivals.A mixture of soloists and ensemble scoring
is employed as well as careful pacing to provide
emotional peaks and releases.Simply gorgeous!
2481704 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
With Heart and Voice—David Gillingham. This
is exhilarating! Top clinicians and conductors
consistently turn to this composer for expertly
crafted, intensely emotional compositions, and this
one is a superb example of his work. Your audience
will respond enthusiastically! Highly recommended!
2471454 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .120.00
With Zeal Unceasing—Todd Stalter. This
high-energy piece opens with a brief, powerful
introductory fanfare that leads to a rapidly paced
set of melodic fragments, contours, and rhythms
taken from the well-known Austrian Hymn. The
music then hurls its way through a spectacular
variety of meters, interspersed and highlighted with
sharp statements of percussive punctuation.
11200173 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .80.00
Ye Banks and Braes O' Bonnie Doon—
Percy Grainger. This is a real gem!In the typically
understated style of Percy Grainger, this delightful
work, originally published in 1936, is incredibly
nice.Disarmingly easy from a technical point of
view, and only two minutes long, this is an excellent
way to showcase a mature band.
2115277 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Yorkshire Ballad—James Barnes/arr. Clarence
E. Barber. A flexible ensemble arrangement based
on the second edition rescored by the composer,
playable by any SSATB combination of woodwind,
brass, and string players with optional percussion.
Since its publication, it has become one of the
composer's most popular works and has been
arranged for a variety of ensembles. The composer
writes, "I composed this little piece so that younger
players would have the opportunity to play a piece
that is more or less in the style of [Grainger's] Irish
Tune from County Derry."
11355739 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Concert and
Contest Selections
Medium-Advanced
Abram's Pursuit—David Holsinger. Pursuit,
indeed!This rampaging work is a careening chase
that starts with a bang and doesn't let up until
the final notes!Inspired by the biblical story from
Genesis, Holsinger has created a furious up-tempo
composition marked with vivid accents, flurrying
woodwind and keyboard percussion writing, and
incessant percussion that rhythmically drives
the piece.Extremely exciting and vibrant stuff for
mature bands!
2407575 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .100.00
Africa: Ceremony, Song and Ritual—Robert W.
Smith. This intriguing work by Robert W. Smith is
driven by a large percussion section and fascinating
effects. In the final movement the composer even
suggests encircling the audience with percussion
for an incredible effect. A stunning work!
2301711 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .90.00
Ambush—Dakota Pederson. This intense work
recounts a combat manoeuver as soldiers set up
a flanking ambush. Opening with a fiery chord, the
relentless melody is expressed through precise
articulation. The work challenges performers to
focus on articulation and expression while giving
the percussion section a driving rhythm to maintain
the energy. Strong harmonies in the brass and
bold melodies throughout make this piece a fierce
statement of war and victory.
11400480 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .90.00
American Salute—Morton Gould/arr. Lang. This
is a tribute to all things American, based on When
Johnny Comes Marching Home. Morton Gould
develops and embellishes the folk melody with
splendor and verve, and Philip Lang's transcription
is a challenge well worth the effort!
78030 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .95.00
Arabesque—Samuel R. Hazo. This stunning work
is a tour de force of Middle Eastern sounds for
the contemporary wind band. From delicate and
sensual soloistic writing to full-blown ensemble
passages with rapid-fire tutti rhythms and frenzied
percussion, here is a rewarding piece of drama and
depth that will be the high point of any concert or
festival program.
10072290 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .125.00
The Ascension—Robert W. Smith. This expansive
work is further evidence that Robert W. Smith has
arrived in the world of serious band literature. A
programmatic work based on Dante Alighieri's
"The Divine Comedy," this is the third movement
in Robert's four-movement symphony depicting
Alighieri's work.This fascinating work truly deserves
the consideration of upper level ensembles.
2301810 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .87.00
Blue Shades—Frank Ticheli. This is the updated
version of Frank Ticheli's wildly popular Blue
Shades. The composer has created a work that
combines his love of jazz and the blues with his
own contemporary style. Although there is a strong
allusion to the blues and a jazz feeling is prevalent,
this is not a literal "blues" piece. Blues harmonies,
rhythms and melodic idioms do pervade the work,
and many "shades of blue" are heard, from bright
and dark to dirty and hot. It's a demanding work
that will require strong players in every section
of the band. Individual parts can be ordered
separately, but they will be delivered via PDF rather
than hard copy. The original edition score is still
available, and can be ordered for competitions.
11190969 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .465.00
Burnished Brass—James Barnes. Written
in a quick two, this show-style opener lives up
to its title - much of the thematic material in the
opening theme falling to the brass while the
woodwinds interject flourishes and counterpoints.
The woodwinds come to the fore during the middle
section until the brass take over again when the
original theme returns for a rousing finish.
11206027 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
Carbine and Lance—Justin McCall. A great
concert selection that emulates the compositional
techniques of America's most prolific march
composers. This march is accessible to bands of
all levels, and its use of both 6/8 and 2/4 presents a
colorful change in pace moving into the trio. Closing
out the march, a careful listener may catch The
Star-Spangled Banner in the trio and final strain.
11400987 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .100.00
Centennium—Brian Balmages. Heroic, sweeping
melodies form the basis of this celebratory work
highlighting achievement and longevity. The
constant rhythmic drive is augmented by soaring
countermelodies and engaging percussion. Several
peaks and valleys culminate in a powerful fanfare
that brings the work to a thrilling conclusion.
11352541 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .100.00
Chester—William Schuman. Truly a standard in
the band repertoire, this exciting work belongs in
every good band library.
691113 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .100.00
A Place in the Staff
Finding Your Way
as a Music Teacher
Jen Rafferty. Teaching is a long
journey of constant growth, but
you've got what it takes to be the
teacher you want to be. This book
will give you tools to help navigate
the challenges that come your
way and will guide you through
understanding your students and
the school culture, explore music
advocacy, share resources about
getting equipment, and remind
you to take care of yourself. The
workbook sections provide spaces
to brainstorm ideas and capture
moments of inspiration. These will
become helpful as you continue to
find your way as a music teacher.
This is an excellent resource for new
teachers and an inspiring refresher
for experienced veterans!
11361474 Paperback Book . . . . . 9.99
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