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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
Hearth—Matt Neufeld. Warmth and beauty
radiate from this beautiful piece. Lyrical and
lush, this work for young ensembles includes
melodic lines and gorgeous harmony to create
a feeling of comfort and belonging. With active
parts for percussion and clever use of paper
bags to create a crackling fire sound effect, this
piece is an excellent vehicle to teach phrasing,
dynamics, and shaping. An excellent selection
for your next festival or concert performance.
11577560 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 . . . . . . . .55.00
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
Joan of Arc—Erin Keeton-Howard. Honor,
bravery, and spirit mark the character of Joan
of Arc. Beginning with a solemn introduction
signifying the visions that this martyr
experienced, the work gives way to an exciting
and rhythmic section that depicts her many
battles. Active percussion, dark harmonies, and
motivic development add to the sophistication
of this work based on the enigmatic historical
figure. It will be a fine addition to your next
concert or festival performance as well as an
opportunity for cross-curricular education.
11573985 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .60.00
Journey Through the Galaxy—Alexandre
Carlin. Explore the cosmos with immersive
piece combining vibrant melodies, rhythmic
interplay, and dynamic harmonies to evoke
the awe-inspiring wonders of the universe. A
catchy syncopated melody, beautiful lyrical
countermelody, and energic percussion lines
will take your students and audience on a
unique adventure. Go boldly!
11573504 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .58.00
11573531 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
A Jubilant Spirit—Carol Brittin Chambers.
Just as the title says, this original work is
uplifting and jubilant. Beginning bands will
enjoy many opportunities to expand their
musicianship, including meter changes,
harmonies, reinforcing concert E-flat, and a
wide range of dynamics and articulations.
Great percussion scoring as well, including a
bell solo. A perfect concert opener!
11392844 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
A Jubilant Spirit—Carol Brittin Chambers.
Just as the title says, this original work is
uplifting and jubilant. Beginning bands will
enjoy many opportunities to expand their
musicianship, including meter changes,
harmonies, reinforcing concert E-flat, and a
wide range of dynamics and articulations.
Great percussion scoring as well, including a
bell solo. A perfect concert opener!
11576702 Band Set & Score
Flexible Instrumentation . . .70.00
Emerald Sky—Larry Clark.
A lovely ballad written perfectly for the beginning concert
band. Engaging parts and lines across the ensemble
along with beautiful harmonies and very effective scoring
make this one they ask to play over and over. Beautiful
major seventh harmonies and some very effective
scoring make this a must-have piece for developing
lyrical skills as well as listening enjoyment.
11561992 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 50.00
Farewell—Brandon Psenicka.
The melody is written with the first six notes found in
Tradition of Excellence, Book 1. As the title suggests,
this is an excellent year-end piece and a way for younger
musicians to say goodbye and add closure as they move
to a new grade, a new band, or a new school. Correlates
with Tradition of Excellence Book 1, page 22
11569933 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 65.00
Hearth—Matt Neufeld.
Warmth and beauty radiate from this beautiful piece.
Lyrical and lush, this work for young ensembles includes
melodic lines and gorgeous harmony to create a feeling
of comfort and belonging. With active parts for percussion
and clever use of paper bags to create a crackling fire
sound effect, this piece is an excellent vehicle to teach
phrasing, dynamics, and shaping. An excellent selection
for your next festival or concert performance.
11577560 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 55.00
A New Light (A Sequel to ...At Twilight)—
Tyler S. Grant. A sequel to the best-selling work
...At Twilight, here is another captivating lyrical work for
developing bands. Colorful orchestrations have a chance
to shine through modest ranges and easy technical
demands. Intriguing harmonic progressions surrounded
by memorable melodies will build maturity in your
ensemble's listening skills. A gorgeous and colorful work!
11569415 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 65.00
A New Light (A Sequel to ...At Twilight)—
Tyler S. Grant. A sequel to the best-selling work
...At Twilight, this is another captivating lyrical work for
developing bands available here in flex format. Colorful
orchestrations have a chance to shine through modest
ranges and easy technical demands. Intriguing harmonic
progressions surrounded by memorable melodies will
build maturity in your ensemble's listening skills.
A gorgeous and colorful work!
11569420 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 65.00
Raisins and Almonds (Based on the
Yiddish Lullaby in the Operetta "Shulamith")—
Abraham Goldfaden/arr. Gene Milford. Based on
a lullaby from the Yiddish operetta "Shulamith," this
beautiful melody has been carefully arranged for the
developing band.
11562285 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Song of the 16th Empire—Randall Standridge.
The saga of the 16th Empire continues in this new
chapter. Focusing on eighth-and-two-sixteenth-note
rhythms, this work combines elements of lyricism and
world music to create a unique work in the young band
repertoire. Evoking wonder with an exotic flair, this work
for young ensembles will both educate and entertain at
your next festival or concert performance.
11573970 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 60.00
Stay—Randall Standridge.
"The world is better with you in it." This simple yet
powerful sentiment is the inspiration for this entry in
the unBroken Project, a series of works dedicated to
sparking discussion and thought about mental and
emotional health. At times dark but ultimately hopeful,
this work combines symphonic lyricism with pops
sensibilities to create an accessible yet mature work
for young band. Careful ranges, colorful orchestration,
and engaging percussion are used to great effect - this
is sure to have a strong impact on performers and
audiences.
11573966 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 70.00
Volusia Skies—Joe Snyder.
This uplifting lyrical work takes both musicians and
audience members on a journey across the skies of
Volusia County, Florida that begins with a gentle setting
as the sun slowly rises over the Atlantic Ocean and
gradually builds to a thrilling climax. Carefully scored for
young developing bands, this piece features beautiful
themes, lush harmonies, soaring counter-lines, cinematic
orchestrations and plenty of optional solo opportunities.
All sections have a turn at the melody including the tuba
and low woodwinds. The thrilling ending will lift the
audience out of their seats and leave them wanting more!
11573194 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
When an Angel Gets Its Wings—
Christina Huss.
From the opening chord you know you are in for a
wonderfully moving, expressive, lush, poignant, and
musical work for the developing concert band. With a
nod to the main Largo theme from Dvorak's Symphony
No. 9, this beautiful work will stretch the musicianship of
your players and move the hearts of your audience.
11562007 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Whispers in the Wind—Robert Sheldon.
Very playable, this gentle piece for first-year bands
is written with only one part per instrument, providing
security for each section while presenting independence
between parts. This allows for maximum harmonic
color that promotes interesting interactions between the
musicians and allows for many expressive opportunities.
Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 5. (2:05)
11568607 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 55.00
ELEMENTARY
LYRICAL
SELECTIONS
Elevate the musicianship of your young
band with these great new pieces that teach
phrasing, balance, intonation, and musicality.
