CONCERT
BAND
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Down by the Salley Gardens—arr. Patrick
Roszell. The union of this glorious traditional
Irish folk song with the compelling poem has
been popular for generations. This expressive
setting is lyrical in nature and really displays the
expressive and somewhat melancholy nature
of the endearing melody. It provides numerous
teaching opportunities for slurring, phrasing,
intonation, and dynamic shading.
11205886 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .57.00
Down to the River—arr. Michael Sweeney.
Here is an emotion-filled arrangement for
young players based on the folk tune Down to
the River to Pray. It contains a touching air of
sadness which is lifted when a musical glimmer
brings hope and the uplifting dream of freedom.
11001720 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
The Dragon Lord—Randall D. Standridge. This
aggressive work for young ensembles includes
pulsating rhythms, bombastic percussion, and
optional sound effects. Additional teaching
materials such as full ensemble chromatic
exercises and a short descriptive story are
included as well. Careful attention to range and
scoring make this an outstanding selection for
developing performers.
11203865 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .60.00
The Dragon Lord (Flexible Instrumentation)
—Randall D. Standridge. A new chapter in the
Darklands Saga begins with this aggressive
work for young ensembles which includes
exciting rhythms and bombastic percussion.
Includes additional teaching materials such
as full ensemble chromatic exercises and a
short story. Optional click and backing tracks
as well as the ability to duplicate parts make
this an ideal choice for ensembles looking for
ultimate flexibility in live or online rehearsal
and performance.
11219017 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .65.00
Dragon Slide—Christina Huss. An outstanding
trombone section feature for beginning
students - the rest of the ensemble enjoys
interesting and engaging parts, and the open
fourth harmonies as well as the gong add of a
hint of Far Eastern sounds. A great choice as a
concert or recruitment piece.
11501801 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Escape from Thunder Mountain (for any
combination of instruments)—Scott Watson.
A thrilling musical adventure of a suspenseful
and dangerous escape from an erupting
volcano. Pre-eruption musical tremors signal
the impending danger before the music takes
the audience on a harrowing thrill ride that
that ends in a thunderous explosion of sound
that will leave them breathless. This flexible
version comes with supplemental parts and
permission is granted to photocopy as needed.
A percussion accompaniment track is also
available as a free download. String parts have
been edited with extra fingerings and bowings
to support students in mixed ensembles
playing in less familiar keys.
11315476 Band Set & Score
With String Parts. . . . . . . . .55.00
Fanfare—Brian Monroe. Strong thematic
material, great percussion, minimal ranges,
and simple rhythms make this an ideal first
concert opener. All sections have wonderful
and engaging parts. A hit!
11518884 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Fire Quest—Matthew R. Putnam. This
engaging high-energy original is an educational
gem. Expert scoring explores the full range
of the concert band while keeping it very
accessible to beginning bands. An excellent
choice for any concert program.
11501815 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .55.00
For the Crown—Aric Branchfield. This
processional march gives young students the
opportunity to perform strong and engaging
music that is accessible. Melodic and largely
diatonic, it features a few accidentals and only
one tempo change, with an optional note above
the break for first clarinet as well as wonderful
percussion scoring.
11518886 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Furioso—Robert W. Smith. Magnificent!
A superior "first serious piece" for your
young band, this overture is filled with all
the vigor and passion you'd expect from the
title! Terrific teaching opportunities abound,
including a chance to work on independent
parts (with doublings to ensure success),
optional trombone glissandos and a few eighth
note passages to develop technique. The
expanded percussion and solidly scored parts
are sure to build confidence. An exciting work!
Very highly recommended!
2700051 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Galactic Nature—Victor Lopez. Written
for beginning band, this original work is
captivating and perfect for integrating music
into cross-curricular studies. Inspired by
the systems of stars and interstellar matter
that make up the galaxy, this composition
provides an effective way of connecting
music with celestial scientific concepts - and
it's a great method for teaching staccato,
slurs, and eighth rests. (2:00)
11511643 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .55.00
Gallant Fanfare—Michael Oare. With nothing
faster than a quarter note (eighth notes in
percussion), this terrific piece for first-year
players features a noble and stately style
with enough variety in scoring to provide a
rewarding experience. A great opener for that
first concert!
11517347 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Ghost Ship—Michael Story. Inspired by the
mystery surrounding the merchant ship "Mary
Celeste" that set sail from New York City in 1872
bound for Genoa, Italy. The ship never reached
its destination and to this day, no one knows
what caused its disappearance. This original
composition will fuel your beginners' imagination
with the intriguing story and chilling effects.
10310920 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .56.00
Ghosts of the Lost Ship—Tyler S. Grant.
This highly programmatic work tells the story
of buccaneer naval warfare and the ghosts
that linger to this day, haunting the seas and
all who pass over them. After an evocative
opening featuring numerous rattles, the
music becomes aggressive and relentless as
it portrays the credo-driven pirates and their
attacks during the height of their power. Intense
and extremely engaging!
10459821 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
The Gift of Hope (Based on Joseph
Brackett's "Simple Gifts")—arr. James
Swearingen. This expressive setting, based
on the ever-popular folk song Simple Gifts, will
allow your beginning band to sound amazing
in their first year of instruction. You can be sure
audiences of all ages will be touched by this
highly expressive work.
10522813 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .42.00
Go in Peace—Laura Estes. This well-crafted
work balances lyrical and more intense writing
while maintaining a lyrical style with a strong
and emotional ending. Give your young band a
chance to develop critical skills: tone, phrasing,
balance, and ensemble playing.
11501827 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Greet the Champions—Alexandre Carlin.
Composed in the style of an Olympic
processional, this heroic piece celebrates
your program, school, or community's
many victories. Written to be accessible
to any beginning band, this work features
memorable melodies and rhythmic patterns. It
is appropriate as a concert opener at any time
of the year. Let's celebrate!
11518451 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .55.00
Guiro Hero—Timothy Loest. Celebrate Latin
music's colorful sounds and infectious rhythms
in this light work that puts the guiro front and
center. Your audience will smile with each tap
and scrape, and your students will gain an
appreciation of world music. There's a new
superhero in town - Guiro Hero! (2:10)
11511645 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .55.00
Hey You!—Tyler Mazone. A musical game
of hide and seek is depicted in this fun and
engaging work. Set in 3/4 time, this piece
offers many surprises with sudden dynamic
shifts, and playful percussion contributes to
the sense of youthful joy. Vocal effects add
a whimsical touch. Perfect for your young
developing ensemble!
11515733 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
The Ice Zone—Aric Branchfield. Stark
lines and open harmonies give this intense
and engaging piece for elementary band a
mature sound while still being very accessible.
Wonderful percussion scoring, a clarinet part
that stays below the break, trumpet below
B, and all instruments lie within a carefully
thought-out range for first-year players. A great
way to open or close your next program!
11518894 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Iconoclast—Sean O'Loughlin. Iconoclasts are
typically portrayed in a negative light, however,
many of our progress in society has come from
those who attack or questions widely held
beliefs. After all, if not for Aristotle we might
still believe the earth was flat!
11501841 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .55.00
Imperium—Michael Sweeney. Very rarely
does a composition come along that sounds
so right! Contemporary harmonies, vivid
contrasts and exciting percussion are so
perfectly blended that you can hardly believe
the sounds you hear are being produced by a
band of beginners. This easy-to-play, dramatic
overture offers an extremely rewarding and
memorable musical experience for beginning
bands and we recommend it very highly!
2265874 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Imperium (Flex-Band)—Michael Sweeney.
This classic for second-year players has
remained popular for contests and festivals.
Here is an easy flex version scored for just
four parts that retains the grit and intensity of
the original.
11340566 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Impulse Power—Naoya Wada. Your
beginning band students will sound mature
beyond their years with this marvelous work
from the pen of this noted composer. Bold and
powerful, it's the perfect overture for beginning
musicians, using just the first six notes learned
in band instruction. While the ranges, rhythms,
and performance demands are limited, there's
no musical compromise with this masterfully
scored work that is sure to captivate.
10908262 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Incantation and Ritual—Brian Balmages.
Help your band sound their very best!
Reminiscent of an ancient tribal gathering,
the chant-like melody is supported by driving
percussion. It will have your band sounding
more mature than they are, despite the modest
technical demands. Your band will want to play
this over and over again.
2477561 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
The Jester's Galop—Jack Wilds. Dramatic
and full of humor, this fun original will showcase
your ensemble in a musical whirlwind from
beginning to end. Complex sounding yet very
playable, the work allows for a lot of musical
exploration with opportunities to work on
dynamic contrast, fermatas, cesuras, and style
to heighten the excitement. A phenomenal
work! (1:50)
11511687 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Journey to the Stars—Aric Branchfield. This
piece has everything to make your elementary
concert band sound full and mature: solid
scoring, limited and comfortable ranges, plenty
of engaging and challenging percussion,
and exciting thematic material. The perfect
selection to open or close your performance!
11518898 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
