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Beginning Band
12 the Clock Strikes—Rob Grice. Have you
ever wondered what happens late at night
when the clock strikes 12? You just might get
the answer from this humorous musical work
by Rob Grice! It's dark and scary, but mostly
very fun to play! Perfect for the first concert of
the year!
10071347 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
6-Note Folk Song Suite—Joseph Compello.
Four familiar melodies using only six notes of
the B-flat scale: Mary Had a Little Lamb; Go
Tell Aunt Rhodie; Hot Cross Buns and When
the Saints Go Marching In. Every instrument
is showcased with an opportunity to play the
melody. Each tune can be performed as an
independent melody, without repeats if needed.
The perfect showcase for first-year players!
11572062 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
11572116 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Acropolis—Matthew R. Putnam. This work for
beginning band is a great introduction to simple
syncopation and will take your band on a field
trip to the famous landmark. While using only
the first six notes of the B-flat scale, there is also
a great opportunity to introduce simple slurs and
legato playing. Students and audiences alike
will enjoy this piece at the first concert!
11198496 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Aliens in the Attic—Tyler Arcari. Aliens are
attacking! From the attic?! Yep, there are
invaders from outer space hiding in the attic,
and it's time to run for your lives! Beginning
students will absolutely love this creative work
and all the literal bells and whistles. Not to
mention whirly tubes and sirens. They won't
even realize they are learning various types of
accents and dynamics as well as minor mode.
Sure to be a hit!
11392822 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Ancient Hunters—Sean O'Loughlin. Here's a
strong choice for beginning level bands which
sounds more difficult than it is and will impress
everyone when played this at their very first
concert. The percussion section makes use of
numerous instruments, adding even more color
to this already colorful, ancient sounding piece.
2477376 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .53.00
Ant March—Emma Olsen. Left... left... left,
right, left! Marching in formation, efficient and
organized, a colony of ants busy themselves,
industriously working together to build their
nest. As big drops of rain fall heavily from
above, the ants scatter to avoid the sudden
but momentary downpour only to rejoin the
ranks to refocus their efforts. Excellent scoring,
a catchy melody, and engaging playable parts
will have your beginning ensemble sounding
confident at their first performance.
11573669 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .75.00
Atomic Clock (Flexible Instrumentation)—
Chris M. Bernotas. Atomic clocks are the most
accurate clocks in the world. This exciting
piece, now available in flex format, challenges
students to be the most accurate performers
by maintaining a steady pulse. Using only
six notes, the piece generates energy and
excitement through the incorporation of
interesting harmonic and melodic tension
and release. Students engage in tactile
performance while clapping the beat and
playing the melody as it is traded throughout
the ensemble. The legato section offers a
chance for students to perform expressively
before the powerful melody and rhythm drive
the piece to a dynamic conclusion. Correlates
to Sound Innovations for Concert Band, Book
1, Level 2. (1:55)
11535677 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .55.00
Attack of the Garden Gnomes—Timothy
Loest. That cute little figurine in your front
yard might not be as docile as you think! This
piece tells the story of a group of angry lawn
ornaments carrying out an attack against their
neighbors. Marching feet, a couple screams
and unique percussion sound effects give this
work a character that young performers and
audiences are sure to love.
10091605 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Base-Six—Laura Estes. Full sounds and
strong melodies, big impacts, and the perfect
balance of level-appropriate dynamics and
articulations make this an outstanding and
intense concert opener, all while using just
the first six notes of the B-flat scale. Your
beginners will sound like seasoned veterans at
their first concert!
11501775 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Beethoven's Ninth—arr. Paul Lavender.
One of the most famous of all Classical
masterpieces, and it works great with only six
notes! Parents will simply be amazed at what
their sons and daughters can do after only
a few months of experience. An incredible
selection for very beginning bands!
2326577 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Binary 0101—Laura Estes. A great introductory
work in C minor for your beginning musicians -
easy use of rests on beat one makes for a truly
teachable piece while being fun, accessible,
and highly engaging. The handclaps make for
a fun time as well. They are going to ask to play
this one over and over!
11561983 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Black Knights Rise—Joe Snyder. Written for
beginning band, this energetic work in C minor
uses the first six notes of the B-flat scale and
simple driving rhythms to create a powerful
melody that is catchy and memorable. Plenty
of simple yet effective percussion adds to the
intensity, including an anvil part that simulates
the clash of swords. A softer B theme gives the
performers a chance to develop their dynamics
skills. All sections enjoy melodic content and
engaging parts. A perfect piece that will show
off the skills young musicians develop in their
first year.
11563434 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Blackbeard—Randall Standridge. Sail the
high seas in this exciting work for beginning
band! Written to sound much more mature
than a beginning work, this exciting adventure
in 3/4 time only uses seven different rhythms
and a six-note range to create an achievable
challenge to spur the growth of your young
mateys! Pirate chants and bombastic
percussion, as well as introductions to first/
second endings and D.C. al Coda, make this a
work that your developing musicians are sure
to love! Optional clarinet and saxophone parts
that double the horn part add to the flexibility.
Rated ARRGH!
11515711 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Blizzard's Fury—Randall Standridge.
Looking for the perfect winter piece for your
young musicians? Look no further than this
thrilling work. Illustrating the raw power of
winter storms, it uses minor harmonies, driving
rhythms, and aggressive percussion within
a limited range to make this an exciting yet
accessible work for younger ensembles. Also
serving as an introduction to trill techniques,
this secular winter work will make a great
addition to your next winter or festival concert!
11573962 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .55.00
Bourree from Terpsichore (French Dance)—
Michael Praetorius/arr. Mekel Rogers. This
spirited and authentic arrangement of Michael
Praetorius' Bourree from Terpsichore is
stunningly accessible to young players as
early as their first year of study. An excellent
way to explore Renaissance music in a highly
engaging and fun work for all players! (1:30)
11568564 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Bringer of War—Brian Balmages. Inspired by
the masterful work "The Planets" by Gustav
Holst, this original piece pays homage to the
dramatic first movement. Using only six notes
in all instruments, the music has the powerfully
ominous quality of Mars that has enthralled
generations of listeners with bold, majestic
melodies and rhythmic ostinato. A unique
original by a master composer.
10758191 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
Conquest—Brian Balmages. You won't
believe how good your band can sound using
only five notes! This spirited, short overture is
right on target for beginning level bands, with
very limited ranges and exciting easy-to-learn
melodies that get passed around to various
sections of the band. You can perform this
with as few as five instrument parts, and
there's even supplementary exercises to help
reinforce musical concepts. This is good stuff
for beginning bands!
2473993 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .45.00
Coronation Processional—Kyle McKinzey.
With majesty and regality, this piece's limited
range and rhythmic structure is excellent for
young ensembles. Every section gets a feature,
keeping them engaged from start to finish.
Perfect for your beginning band's first concert.
11572857 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .60.00
Courageous Spirit—Michael Kamuf. A
musical celebration of the bravery we summon
in the face of uncertainty, this piece features
bold and contrasting melodies. It's an ideal
choice to reinforce slurs and accents with
your students. The work also provides an
opportunity to support and explore the SEL
competency of Responsible Decision-Making
during rehearsals. Whether as an opening or
closing selection, this piece is perfect for your
next concert!
11568542 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . .50.00
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Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most
often by directors.
Blackbeard—Randall Standridge.
11515711 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Shadow Fire—Randall D. Standridge.
11400069 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Tadpoles—Randall Standridge.
11400081 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Furioso—Robert W. Smith.
2700051 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Winter Winds—Randall Standridge.
11400066 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The First Fallen Snow—
Randall Standridge.
11515775 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Wings to the Mind—Brian Balmages.
11352545 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Starsplitter Fanfare—Brian Balmages.
10070374 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Dragon Slayer—Rob Grice.
2477547 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Time Travelers: First Mission—
Randall Standridge.
11515777 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
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