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Contest Selections
Very Easy
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
Adventure in India—Kevin Mixon. Written to
evoke the musical styles heard in the Indian music
of movie soundtracks, this has a strong Indian
folk influence. Also included are a variety of world
music influences that add syncopated rhythms,
excitement and a steady groove that can't fail to
appeal to everyone.
10521864 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
African Folk Trilogy—arr. Anne McGinty. Talk
about great percussion writing for beginners! This
piece will really excite your students, and have them
making great music that they never would have
thought they could create! Using three traditional
African children's songs and authentic rhythms, this
is an unusual, rhythmic and appealing multicultural
piece for beginning bands! You'll love it and your
band's rhythmic abilities will definitely improve!
2399236 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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
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 . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Air of Nobility—James Swearingen. If you're
looking for that perfect opener to introduce your
ensemble, look no more. Starting with a stirring
fanfare that dramatically leads to a stately theme
highly reminiscent of a ceremonial procession.
Suitable for all concert or festival performances,
this selection is very impressive!
10071292 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .44.00
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
Alien Invasion—David Gorham. Here's a fun
and easy piece beginning musicians will enjoy
playing on their very first concert. Using only the
first few notes taught in beginning band methods
and with slightly more challenging percussion,
this bold and educational program piece will be
an entertaining concert favorite. Fun and easy
to play, it's just the right piece to encourage and
delight your young players.
10089513 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .40.00
All Through the Night—arr. Rob Romeyn.
Pure and beautiful, this traditional Welsh folksong
is better known today as a holiday carol.This
beginning band arrangement offers an outstanding
and uncommon opportunity for young students
to develop sensitive lyrical phrasing, since each
section gets to perform the melody.
10369205 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .48.00
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
Amadeus in the Percussion Box—Joseph
Compello. Based on The Bird Catcher Am I from
Mozart's "The Magic Flute," this percussion
feature uses instruments commonly found in most
elementary schools' percussion supplies. While the
percussion is featured, the rest of the band has
plenty of opportunities to learn about first and second
endings, dynamics, crescendos, and Mozart's
impact on the development of music history.
11399505 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .53.00
American Declaration—Randall Standridge. Add
a patriotic flair to your next concert with this exciting
fanfare. America (My Country, 'Tis of Thee) serves
as the primary thematic material, with hints of other
familiar tunes hidden throughout. Scored carefully to
be accessible to younger players and with very fresh
and creative harmonies, this piece adds a mature
touch to your developing musicians' next concert.
11400070 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
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 . . . . . . . . . .50.00
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 . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Angels Amongst Us—James Swearingen.
Beautifully stunning, highly reflective, and deeply
emotional, the flowing melodies and rich harmonies
of this well-crafted hymn create a moving work that
reaches out and touches the human spirit. The
technical demands are well within reach, allowing
your band to focus on bringing out the expressive
elements of the music.
10908322 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .49.00
Annunciation—Michael Story. In the secular
sense, "annunciation" is defined as an
announcement, statement, or proclamation,
successfully represented here musically. A glorious
concert, contest, or festival piece written in the
traditional overture form that contains numerous
teaching opportunities that add to the appeal of this
bold musical statement.
11205858 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Antagonist—Larry Clark. With a bold and
aggressive spirit, this forceful piece will be the
highlight of your concert. The dynamics, chord
progressions and rhythms create an antagonizing
character within the music. This work will make a
beginning band sound most impressive!
10094424 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Apollo Fanfare—Robert W. Smith. Looking
for a dramatic overture that will leave a lasting
impression?This piece is scored for a powerful
sound, but is simple enough to let your band really
soar!In this piece you'll hear your band's energy
and enthusiasm for music shine through!
2472264 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Appalachian Folk Dance—Robert W. Smith.
This outstanding concert or festival work inspired
by the folk songs and dances of the early American
pioneers uses only the first six notes introduced in
most band methods. Developing bands will enjoy
this appealing performance piece that will reinforce
playing skills and musical concepts.
10369209 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .46.00
Arctic Wars—Brian Balmages. Check this
one out! Dark harmonies create a menacing
atmosphere in the opening of this engaging work.
As the pace quickens, powerful themes combine
with aggressive rhythmic lines layered with ominous
motives throughout. An amazing combination of
heroism, uncertainty, and uplifting peaks, this
highly imaginative work has it all!
11202996 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Arise—Amy Riebs Mills. A piece as uplifting and
exciting as its title! This has a fresh and wonderful
sound color palette for beginning band that will
give you some variety in your program. Meant to
convey a hopeful spirit in dark times, this fanfare-
like piece will be one that your students ask to play
again and again!
11198498 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
Armor of the Mystic—Rob Grice. This dramatic
piece offers young musicians an exciting concert
work that depicts a musical journey into the deep
mysteries of the universe. With careful dissonances
and pulsating rhythms, this powerful concert work is
sure to fire up the imaginations of young musicians
as it captures the attention of your audience.
10999620 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .50.00
BEST
SELLERS
Concert and Contest
Very Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Night Fury—Carol Brittin Chambers.
10759593 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
The Dragon Lord—Randall D. Standridge.
11203865 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Armory—Randall D. Standridge.
10520934 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
The Dragon Lord (Flexible
Instrumentation)—Randall D. Standridge.
11219017 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Zig Zag—Sean O'Loughlin.
11001100 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Colliding Visions—Brian Balmages.
10091607 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The Tempest—Robert W. Smith.
2321453 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56.00
Starfire Fanfare—Randall D. Standridge.
11197644 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Bazaar—Randall D. Standridge.
10790908 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Furioso—Robert W. Smith.
2700051 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
