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Rippling Watercolors (Flexible Instrument-
ation)—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 these very qualities and more.
While playable by middle school bands, this is
a fully expressive work that is equally at home
with mature ensembles. Gorgeous! With this
flexible arrangement, conductors no longer
need to choose between function and texture.
Ensembles with instrumentation challenges still
have numerous options to cover all parts, yet
orchestration is elevated significantly to be faithful
to the composer's original intent. Musicians have
more opportunities to rest, and timbre once again
becomes a central element of the work. It's the
best of both worlds: flexible and colorful! (4:00)
11535685 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . E 70.00
Rock Element—Linda M. Bange. Written for
beginning band, this piece features music that is
rhythmically interesting as well as entertaining.
Ranges are limited, making the piece very
accessible at the elementary level. Ignite their
passion and pave the way for their musical
journey, one beat at a time.
11582785 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 45.75
Rumba de la Tumba—JaRod Hall. Journey
into the unknown with this wildly creative piece
inspired by the playfully dark film scores of Danny
Elfman. Based on an irresistible Latin-flavored
groove, it gives a lighthearted nod to the world of
the macabre. Haunting yet electrifying! (3:20)
11568575 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . ME 70.00
Rust Belt—William Owens. First-year students
will love this riveting musical depiction of a factory
city. The sound of clanging metal combines with
driving rhythms and industrial-sounding melodies
to create a powerful and colorful work. Despite
using only six notes, this is sure to be a student
and audience favorite! A unique work at this level!
11203048 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 45.00
Shadow Fire—Randall D. Standridge. This driving
original work uses only the first six notes to great
effect! Pulsing rhythms, bombastic percussion,
handclapping, and an aggressive edge make this
a true standout in beginning band literature! Sure
to be a favorite of your developing musicians.
11400069 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 45.00
Snowscape—Randall Standridge. White
landscapes and chilly air serve as the inspiration
for this warmhearted work. Cheerful melodies and
colorful orchestration paint a picture of a winter
wonderland where adventure and beauty appear
at every turn. At times dazzling, tender, and
boisterous, this secular winter work will be a terrific
addition to your next winter or festival concert.
11573975 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Starsplitter Fanfare—Brian Balmages. This
explosive fanfare will start your concert off
with a bang while using only six notes for all
wind instruments! Written to harness the full
sound potential of your youngest musicians, the
powerful themes will make a dramatic impact on
your audience, while the soaring countermelodies
will exude nothing but confidence from your
ensemble. Easy music with an enormous sound!
10070374 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 45.00
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
Tadpoles—Randall Standridge. Leap into action
with this fun and imaginative work for beginning
bands. Serving as an introduction to leaps for
your developing ensembles, this piece paints an
amusing portrait of young frogs frolicking and
splashing as they learn to leap, using frog guiros,
flexatones, slide whistles, and trombone glissandi.
Several optional parts add to the flexibility of this
work that will help your students get the "jump" on
technical development.
11400081 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 50.00
Tripwire (Flexible Instrumentation)—JaRod
Hall. This clever work offers some extraordinary
colors as a spy attempts to infiltrate enemy
defenses. From the sneaky beginning melody to
the loud and raucous rips that follow later on, this is
an incredible change of pace for any concert. With
this flexible arrangement, conductors no longer
need to choose between function and texture.
Ensembles with instrumentation challenges still
have numerous options to cover all parts, yet
orchestration is elevated significantly to be faithful
to the composer's original intent. Musicians have
more opportunities to rest, and timbre once again
becomes a central element of the work. It's the
best of both worlds: flexible and colorful! (3:00)
11535686 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . E 70.00
Up the Mountain Road—Moriah Jensen. This
piece depicts a beautiful hike up a mountain road.
Flexible parts are perfect for a beginning band.
11595713 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 50.00
Wings to the Mind—Brian Balmages. This
fanfare-style work celebrates the famous quote by
Plato in which he states "Music gives ... wings to
the mind [and] flight to the imagination." Despite
using only six notes and basic rhythms, the work
sounds surprisingly mature and powerful. A strong,
celebratory work for your youngest musicians!
11352545 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 60.00
Winter Magic—Pinkzebra. Capture the magic
and intrigue of wintry folktales and snow-covered
forests where mischievous elves tiptoe and
scheme just out of sight. The colorful, whimsical
orchestrations and melodies that weave between
major and minor tonalities create an enchanting
mood perfect for December concerts.
11563966 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . ME 85.00
Winter Winds—Randall Standridge. Energy
and beauty are on full display in this warm and
uplifting original work. A secular winter piece for
young players, it uses primarily the first six notes
that beginners learn to create a dazzling winter
wonderland of sound. The piece also features
optional short and long endings so you can tailor
the piece to your group's ability. A wonderful
selection for your developing ensemble.
11400066 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 45.00
Wrath of the Mechanical Monsters—Randall
Standridge. They're here! They're here! And
they're invading your band room - AGAIN! The
mechanical monsters are back! Serving as a
logical educational continuation of the first work,
this sequel combines elements of the first piece
with the Dies Irae and includes introductions to
dotted quarter rhythms, expanded chromaticism,
and various repeat mechanisms. Optional air
raid sirens and marching machine effects add to
this exciting and playful new work - sure to be a
favorite of students and audiences alike.
11573963 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . B 55.00
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