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CONCERT & CONTEST medium
Sleep—Eric Whitacre. Take a serious look at this
one!Eric Whitacre has crafted an achingly beautiful
work, magnificent in its broad, sweeping lines and
layering of sound.This haunting chorale begins
softly and slowly blossoms to a powerful climax.
It makes a fine stand-alone band piece, but can
also be performed with SATB chorus, with original
text by celebrated American poet Charles Anthony
Silvestri.This is a superior choice for creating an
intimate moment in your concert performance.
2475757 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .125.00
Smiling After the Rain—Yukiko Nishimura. This
sonorous work for concert band will stretch the
musicianship of your players. Harmonically rich, the
scoring is used to great effect to achieve significant
moments. The heartfelt inspiration behind the piece
makes it perfect for teaching expressive concepts.
A great selection for your bands if you are looking
to challenge them musically.
11198580 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .90.00
Solas Ane—Samuel Hazo. With a unique blend
of flowing lines and lush textures coupled with
dynamic Celtic drumming, this musical creation is
a very stylized and effective setting for wind band.
Interspersed are quiet moments with soloistic
woodwind lines that contrast nicely with the
emotional full-band passages.
10022282 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Song for My Children—Andrew Boysen, Jr. This
heartfelt ballad for intermediate band begins quietly
featuring clarinet and vibraphone. Expressive lines
grow out of increasing texture, building to a moving
climax that then subsides quickly to a quiet ending.
Sitting comfortably in the sweet spot of every
instrument's range and technical ability, this piece
is a great vehicle for expression and musicality.
11204834 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .90.00
Songs of Old Kentucky—Brant Karrick. Exhibit
the proud heritage of American folk music with this
setting of tunes from the Cumberland Mountain
region. From traditional ballads to knee-slapping
fun songs, you'll find them all in this well-written
presentation of John Riley, The Lonesome Scenes
of Winter, Sourwood Mountain, Frog Went
A-Courtin' and Loving Hannah.
10032526 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .78.00
Sonoran Sunrise—Kirk Vogel. Set with rhythmic
vitality throughout, this descriptive and dynamic
work will be an exciting addition to your program.
Percussionists will enjoy this piece for the
mesmerizing groove, while woodwinds and brass
will latch on to their syncopated melodies. A lyric
middle section still drives forward with layered
melodies building excitement until the unexpected
major-key ending.
11354942 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Southern Hymn—Samuel R. Hazo. The original
themes used in this beautiful setting are intended
to be played in the style of a slow Southern folk
hymn, similar to Amazing Grace or Shenandoah.
Using suspensions and resolutions as well as calm
moments and powerfully emotional builds, this is
a marvelous work for expanding your ensemble's
stylistic and dynamic range.
10072347 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .80.00
Spark of Creation—Bryce Newton. Depicting
the creative work of American inventor Charles
F. Kettering, this piece portrays the relentlessly
inventive nature of his mind. A bold and driving
introduction gives way to a lush chorale, symbolic of
the success and merit of Kettering's contributions
to modern society. Spark of Creation merges
history, music, and the curiosity of the human mind
into a setting that your students and audiences will
thoroughly enjoy.
11207620 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .130.00
Starfall—Robert Sheldon. Inspired by watching
the annual Lyrid meteor shower, this dynamic and
exciting piece invokes interstellar drama coupled
with introspection into the vastness of our universe.
11400616 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .70.00
Steel Valley Transformation—Michael Kamuf.
Punctuated percussion statements fuel the
pulsating energy of this descriptive piece. This
programmatic work celebrates the grit and resolve
of this resilient industrial community over the past
century. The writing is highly musical - a perfect
concert or festival choice that will show off your
ensemble in the best possible way.
11205950 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .73.00
Strange Humors—John Mackey. Modal melodies
and syncopated rhythms of Middle Eastern music
with percussive African drumming bring about
a striking blend of musical cultures. The central
focus is the pulse of the djembe, an hourglass-
shaped drum played with bare hands that's a
cultural instrument of West African countries. The
groove of the djembe combined with quirky rhythms
throughout create an impression not soon forgotten.
10038940 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .195.00
Summer Dances—Brian Balmages. A vibrant
and fanciful composition for bands at this grade
level, Summer Dances offers several contrasting
moods in a setting of motion and drama. Flourishes
in the woodwinds and heroic themes in the brass
are tempered with the colors of summer and built
up with drama to a big, powerful ending. A fine
piece of music from a composer sure to become
a recognized name in band music.
2449882 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .90.00
Sun Valley Flourish—Steven Reineke/arr. David
Shaffer. Written in the style of a fanfare overture,
this exciting work opens with brass fanfares and
woodwind flourishes. The main theme of the piece
is a beautiful and flowing melody complemented
by masterfully-written counter melodies and
spectacular in-your-face brass punctuations. The
lyrical middle section is simple but quite musically
effective leading into the fast and powerful finale.
This piece is certainly a must-have!
11206773 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .79.00
Super (Em)Powers—Brian Balmages. This piece
recognizes that students with special needs do not
have to be identified by their deficits; rather, they
can be identified by their "superpowers." Celebrate
these students with this full-on cinematic superhero
theme! Further, this is the ultimate in performance
flexibility as it can be performed in three different
ensemble settings: traditional full orchestra, concert
band, or band and strings combined!
11203062 Band Set & Score
opt. Full Orchestra. . . . . . . . .130.00
Sweet New Moon—Yukiko Nishimura. Beautiful!
This really is a heartfelt work that is melodically
mature and will challenge your students to reach
tap into their musical potential. Lush harmonies,
well-placed suspensions, and thoughtful scoring
make this piece an easy choice for programming
quality lyrical works.
11346064 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Symphonic Overture—Charles Carter. A
cornerstone of the literature, this magnificent work
appears on state lists all across the country.
242461 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .95.00
Symphony No. 1—Daniel Bukvich. This
emotional contemporary work has gained
widespread acceptance in recent years. Written
in remembrance of the firebombing of the German
city of Dresden, the work combines the most
traditional composition techniques with the most
contemporary, including representational notation.
2260198 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .80.00
Table Rock Festival—John Prescott. The
powerful opening leads to a bright flute solo.
Composed in a traditional ABA overture form,
the serene middle section is surrounded by lively
6/8 sections with a jaunty melody that sticks with
the listener. This will complement any concert or
festival program.
11398790 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
Takin' It Easy—Bruce Broughton. Filled with
bluesy lyricism and masterful counterpoint, this
is a lovely work for six-part adaptable wind band
which at times is reminiscent of the work of George
Gershwin. With flexible scoring, your ensemble
will be able to excel, even if you have challenges
regarding instrumentation and ensemble size.
11315212 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .70.00
Tectonic Plates—Adrian B. Sims. Filled with
excitement and unpredictability, this work takes
listeners on a journey through the inner workings
of the planet. From musical depictions of seismic
activity, characterized by swells in the brass and
percussion, to the sounds of an earthquake, the
piece reflects not only destruction, but also the
resulting beautiful landscapes, mountains, and
oceans. A powerful work!
11203064 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .80.00
The Angels Call—Tyler Arcari. Here is a touching
and heartfelt work that has dance-like elements
through mixed meter and expert woodwind writing.
There is also a poignant tone set by the use of the
tunes It Is Well With My Soul and Loch Lomond. It
is a thoughtful work that is a good combination of
light and shade.
11346066 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
The Clapping Song—Randall Standridge. What
do you get when you mix symphonic motivic
development, a touch of country hoedown, and a
hint of jazz, all tied together with clapping from the
ensemble? This unique offering is as much fun to
play as it is hard to describe. Colorful orchestration
and engaging percussion are used to great effect in
this piece that will have the audience tapping their
toes and clapping along before you know it.
11400078 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Thrash—Randall D. Standridge. This unique and
aggressive work was inspired by the heavy metal
bands of the 1980s. Capturing the driving rhythms,
dissonant harmonies, and savage sense of musical
motion, this heavy metal overture relies heavily on
a primal percussion and boldly orchestrated power
chords. Wow!
11002269 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
Three London Sketches—David Campo.
Whether performed as a complete concert suite or
as individual movements, this exciting and highly
accessible work is an engaging homage to the city
of London and some of its most iconic landmarks.
It will fit comfortably in any high school or advanced
middle school concert program. I. Tower Bridge is
a regal fanfare featuring stately themes and crisp
percussion; II. St. Paul's (The Whispering Gallery)
- timpani and clarinet effects along with sustained
and dramatic swells depict the famous Whispering
Gallery in London's renowned cathedral; Trafalgar
Square is a triumphant march in 6/8 full of heroic
brass figures and sweeping woodwind lines.
11390060 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .85.00
To Dream with Open Eyes—Steven J. Pyter.
With lyrical melodies, lush harmonies, exciting
rhythms, and gorgeous orchestrations, this amazing
original work will pull every warm emotion from both
audience and ensemble. A great choice to showcase
your concert band's tone and musicianship.
11393493 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
MUSIC
ADVOCACY
MATERIALS
Music Advocacy (Moving from Survival to Vision)—John L. Benham.
One of the most thorough reference books available that addresses what
may be the most important topic in music education today. This text provides
extensive information and an effective summary of the practice of music
advocacy, compiling research and thirty years' experience of one of the nation's
most successful advocates for music education. It gives music educators,
administrators, school board members, and community advocates step-by-
step procedures for saving and building school music programs. An important
resource that every music educator should have in his or her library.
10670469 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.95
Music Advocacy and Student Leadership—Tim Lautzenheiser.
Tim Lautzenheiser, one of the most popular and respected speakers on
music education in the United States, released this compilation of some of
his best published writings and lectures on key issues facing music programs
everywhere. "Dr. Tim" shares a wealth of information on music advocacy,
student leadership, and teacher responsibilities; all presented with insight, detail,
and his trademark sense of humor. Entertaining as well as informative, this is a
book you'll refer to again and again.
5990018 Hardcover Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95
