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CONCERT & CONTEST
Down on the Delta—Carol Brittin Chambers.
A salute to the musical culture of the Mississippi
Delta region. A soulful opening chorale becomes
a high-steppin' hoe-down before transitioning to a
slow, bluesy swing, then it closes out with more
dancing. Very comfortable ranges and rhythms.
A rare opportunity for young concert bands to
experience this style.
11393475 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Fragile—Randall Standridge. This mature work
for young ensembles is a meditation on the lives
of those who live with mental health conditions.
At times melancholy, terrifying, triumphant, and
confused, this work was carefully tailored to
be accessible to younger ensembles. Beautiful
melodies, limited ranges, colorful scoring, and
an aleatoric moment create a stunning work
that will leave an impact on players and
audiences alike.
11400079 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
The Great Locomotive Chase—Robert W.
Smith. You'll love this fascinating and exciting
work by the talented Robert W. Smith that brings
the thrill of America's history alive! Inspired by
a Civil War-era train chase, this programmatic
work depicts what became known as "the
boldest adventure of the war." In addition to
being superb musical programming filled with
wonderful effects, the extensive historical notes
in the score assist teachers with collaborative
teaching on American history. It's not just great
music, it's great learning as well!
2439396 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . ME 63.00
March Phantasma—Randall Standridge.
Looking for a fresh and nontraditional march?
Look no further! This march creates a decidedly
creepy vibe while staying true to the traditional
march form. Minor modes, catchy melodies, and
plentiful percussion help make this an excellent
and unique selection for your next concert or
festival performance.
11400071 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
(Not) Alone—Randall D. Standridge. The
feelings and worldviews of those struggling with
mental health issues and facing isolation are
illustrated in this hopeful work. Drawing from his
own experiences with depression and anxiety,
the composer uses lyrical melodies, strident and
angular segments, and even a 12-tone moment
(carefully scored and constructed to be achievable
by younger players) to bring audiences and
players into the world of those who suffer silently.
The work also includes optional solos for all
instruments to allow you to pick your strongest
soloists. Dramatic, powerful, and moving, this
work is part of Standridge's unBroken Project,
designed to break down barriers and normalize
discussions about mental health.
11426390 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . ME 75.00
On a Hymnsong of Philip Bliss—David R.
Holsinger. This piece is based on the hymn It Is
Well With My Soul. This is a work that has gained
acceptance as a contest and festival choice with
its appearance on an increasing number of state
contest lists.
2219178 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . ME 100.00
Rippling Watercolors—Brian Balmages.
While many often underestimate the extensive
colors, harmonies, and emotional ranges available
to younger ensembles, this stunning lyrical work
sets out to explore those very qualities. While
playable by middle school bands, this fully
expressive work is equally at home with mature
ensembles. A gorgeous and colorful work!
10521011 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
Squirrel Chase—Carol Brittin Chambers. Ever
wonder what a standard galop would sound like
with the chaos that ensues when a dog sees a
squirrel? Well, wonder no more! Expertly scored
for young bands, this will be the piece everyone
will be talking about long after the concert. The
perfect closer!
11501893 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Tripwire—JaRod Hall. A spy attempts to
infiltrate the defenses of an arch enemy. Take
caution though, for every step can trigger an alarm
because tripwires are everywhere! This clever
work is unlike anything out there and offers some
extraordinary colors. From the sneaky sound of
the beginning melody to the loud and raucous rips
that follow later in the work, this is an incredible
standout piece for any concert!
11203074 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
M E D I U M &
M E D I U M - A D VA N C E D
American Riversongs—Pierre La Plante.
This marvelous work is a moving tribute to an
earlier time, when our rivers and other waterways
were the lifelines of our growing nation. Featuring
Down The River; Shenandoah (Across The Wide
Missouri); The Glendy Burk and a delightful
Creole bamboula tune, this piece is an inspiring
program selection that will give an emotional,
nostalgic touch to your program.
2255933 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .M 85.00
Bamboo Warrior—Christina Huss. This
outstanding dramatic work will be the highlight of
every concert and contest program for high school
and advanced middle school bands! Inspired by
the musical culture of the Far East, this piece
utilizes the full range of the concert band with
highly dramatic scoring including lush, full, and
beautiful lyrical moments contrasted with driving,
aggressive, and powerful motifs. Powerhouse
percussion scoring including taiko drums puts it
over the edge. A hit!
11392888 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .M 85.00
Danzon No. 2—Arturo Marquez/arr. Oliver
Nickel. Originally written for orchestra, Danzon
No. 2 has enjoyed significant popularity on
performance programs everywhere. The danzon
itself was Cuban-born, from a natural synthesis of
Spanish, British, and French dance forms. This
work is built on a beautiful, elegant main theme,
stated on clarinet, building in intensity before
erupting into passionate rhythms later.
10085080 Set of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 169.95
Fanfare for a New Era (Full Band)—
Pinkzebra. This exciting and dramatic fanfare
featuring triumphant brass and soaring melodies
is a wonderful concert opener that will show off
intermediate to advanced bands in a flattering
way, will please audiences, and will be fun to play.
Available in the full version and also in a modified
flexible instrumentation version that offers more
accessibility for players with a wider range of
abilities. A practice track bundle for both the full
and flexible versions is also available and includes
a split-track MP3 for each instrument. Players can
use the practice tracks with headphones to hear
the full ensemble in one ear and their instrument
part isolated in the other ear.
11392541 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .M 85.00
First Suite in E Flat—Gustav Holst/ed. Colin
Matthews. Widely acclaimed as the first major
wind band composition of the 20th century, this
excellent work, which has served as a model for
the modern concert band repertoire, is as fresh
today as when it was first written. No band library
can be called complete unless it contains this
monumental work.
152645 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . MA 125.00
Life Eternal—Rossano Galante. This lush
and warm piece will captivate your students and
audience with its sweeping melodies and beautiful
harmonies. Become immersed in an emotional
journey of remembrance and reflection with this
stunning work. (5:46)
11400540 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .M 90.00
A Mother of a Revolution!—Omar Thomas.
This piece is a celebration of the bravery of trans
women, and in particular, Marsha "Pay It No Mind"
Johnson. Marsha is credited with being one of the
instigators of the famous Stonewall uprising of
June 28, 1969 - a pivotal event in the gay rights
movement of the 20th century. The disco vibe in
the latter half of the piece is meant to honor club
culture, a sacred space among LGBTQ people
in which to love, live, mourn, heal, strategize,
connect, disconnect, and dance. This piece was
commissioned by the Desert Winds Freedom
Band to commemorate the 50th anniversary of
the Stonewall uprising.
11392165 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .M 140.00
Mount Everest—Rossano Galante. Experience
the epic grandeur and beauty of the world's tallest
mountain. Comprising robust brass melodies,
sweeping woodwinds and rhythmic ostinati, this
musical representation captures the majesty and
might of one of nature's greatest creations.
10093421 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .M 80.00
O Magnum Mysterium—Morten Lauridsen/
arr. Reynolds. This fine arrangement brings
Morton Lauridsen's reverent masterwork to the
concert band stage. Many will know this stunning
work from the magnificent choral rendition that
has become a staple of the choral repertoire. A
serene and expressive composition, the fluid lines
and lovely harmonies will both challenge and
engage your performers. We are proud to give
this our highest recommendation.
2476926 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .M 85.00
The Seal Lullaby—Eric Whitacre. This loving
and dreamlike work captures the undulating
rhythm of a mother rocking her child to sleep. The
piece was inspired by the classic Rudyard Kipling
poem White Seal. Magical!
10281862 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .M 125.00
Toboggan—JaRod Hall. The beauty and fun
of a snowy day are captured in this beautiful
cinematic work. A winter scene is painted gently
with bells at the beginning before the piece takes
off in a blizzard of sparkling flourishes and catchy
rhythms. This versatile work is appropriate for a
winter or holiday concert, but it will also make a
powerful and fun statement at a festival. Sure to
be a hit with your audiences and adjudicators,
whatever the season!
11400089 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .M 75.00
Undertow—John Mackey. A flash of musical
lightning that will exhilarate listeners at all
levels! An infectious rhythmic pulse is created
with alternating 4/4 and 7/8 measures that drives
the work forward from start to finish. Active
percussion parts add to the overall appeal of this
lively and very creative work!
10056743 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . .M 145.00
