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2025 Fall Concert Band Catalog

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12 2025-26 Editors' Choice New Basic Library Available via ePrint Downloadable All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision Concert & Contest | Very Easy Epiphany!—Tyler Mazone. This is all about contrasting styles. Several short conversations occur between the percussion, woodwind, and brass sections in various combinations throughout the piece. The group has an "epiphany" at the end of the piece when they finally play together, united in song. Correlates with Tradition of Excellence Book 1, page 23. 11618979 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00 Escape Velocity (Hybrid Edition)— Micahel Oare. The percussion section, including a strong mallet percussion presence provides the engine that drives this high intensity concert work. Strong ensemble scorig in the winds intensifies the syncopated rhythms as well as the contrasts in dynamics and articulations and adds to the great accessibilty of the music. This will be a concert favorite! This hybrid edition contains a printed score and access to digital parts. 11618071 Digital Resources Score with digital part downloads. . .55.00 Escape Velocity—Micahel Oare. The percussion section, including a strong mallet percussion presence, provides the engine that drives this high-intensity concert work. Strong ensemble scoring in the winds intensifies the syncopated rhythms as well as the contrasts in dynamics and articulations. Very accessible - this will be a concert favorite! 11617937 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00 Fanfare for the Fearless—Brian Balmages. Fanfare for the Fearless is a dynamic fanfare by Brian Balmages celebrating those willing to take risks in an effort to grow musically, personally, or academically. Powerful melodic statements contrast with shifting tonal centers and pulsating rhythmic hits. Audiences will be stunned by the complexity of the music, yet it is quite accessible to younger players! (1:50) 11616434 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00 The Fire of Freedom—Aric Branchfield. This inspirational work honors the fire for freedom that burns inside mankind and honors the sacrifices made to achieve this lofty goal. 11624062 Band Set & Score. . . . . .45.00 Floating—Todd Stalter. With dreamlike harmonies and arcing melodies, this is a musical journey of relaxation and mindfulness. Perhaps riding in a hot air balloon, lying on a raft in a pool, floating in a boat on a river, or simply relaxing and daydreaming - the music evokes peaceful feelings and emotions through interesting textures. All technical demands are well within the reach of young performers, providing opportunities for the development of musical expression and nuance. (2:30) 11616365 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00 Forgotten Echoes—Brian Monroe. The clarinet part does not cross the break, trumpets range only to second space A (with an optional C sharp) for trumpet 1, there's plenty of percussion if needed (use or subtract as necessary!). Overall, it adds up to the perfect grade 1 concert piece! 11624527 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00 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! 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! 2700051 Band Set & Score. . . . . .50.00 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 pirates and their attacks. Intense and very engaging! 10459821 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00 The Gift of Hope (based "Simple Gifts")—arr. James Swearingen. This expressive setting, based on the ever- popular 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. . . . . .55.00 Gotham Nights—Scott Watson. A metropolis shrouded in darkness where danger lurks in every alleyway - opening with a menacing fanfare, this vivid portrait exudes a sense of urgency and foreboding. Ominous melodies and brooding harmonies evoke an atmosphere of suspense and tension, taking listeners on a sonic journey through the sinister streets of Gotham City at night. Amid the darkness, justice and triumph emerge! A fearless hero patrols in the shadows, thwarting villains wherever they emerge. Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 5. (2:05) 11616359 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00 Groovy Tuesday—Robert Sheldon. A rock piece featuring a catchy bass line riff that your low brass and low woodwind players will be revisiting long after each rehearsal and performance. The melody is written in a current pop music style that will have the players and audience tapping their feet. This very playable composition is perfect for younger players on any concert progam, even those not held on a Tuesday! Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 3. (1:30) 11616357 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00 The Haunted Castle—Katrina Cavaliere. A captivating beginning band piece sure tolinger in your listeners' minds long after the concert ends! In minor key, this eerie composition features only quarter and half notes and ranges limited to an octave, making it accessible to first-year groups. The simple melody paired with a half-note accompaniment ensures easy rehearsal while allowing every musician the opportunity to play a fun, spooky tune. This piece is perfect for introducing young musicians to expressive playing and ensemble cohesion, all while captivating audiences with its haunting atmosphere. 11624376 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00 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 Heavy Hitters (Low Brass and Winds Feature)—Chris M. Bernotas. A spectacular low winds and low brass feature sure to become a staple in beginning band literature. This very appreciated section of the band is featured throughout, and the rest of the band has fun and engaging parts as well. Driven by a rock beat, great opportunities for teaching rhythm, phrasing, dynamics, and even call and response are included. Perfect for recruiting and highlighting the lows! Correlates to Sound Innovations Book 1, Level 3. (1:50) 11616356 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00 Holiday Wish (A Christmas Fanfare)—arr. Randall Standridge. Bursting with festive energy and cinematic flair, this vibrant piece for young and developing bands weaves together beloved holiday melodies including We Wish You a Merry Christmas; Good King Wenceslas; Silent Night; Jingle Bells; Deck the Halls and Gloria in excelsis Deo in clever and unexpected ways. Equally effective as a concert opener or closer, this joyful fanfare brings sparkle, warmth, and a touch of holiday magic to any performance. 11622912 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00 Home—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. Tender and expressive, this lyrical Grade 1.5 work explores the many meanings of the word "home." With rich harmonies, flowing lines, and emotionally sensitive writing, it reflects on home as a place, a feeling, and a journey - sometimes comforting, sometimes complex, but always deeply personal. Anchored by a constant, memorable melody, the piece invites young musicians to connect with the music and consider where they find strength, safety, and belonging. A moving and meaningful addition to any concert or festival program. 11622935 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00 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 I m p e r i u m ( F l e x - B a n d ) — M i c h a e l 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. . . . . .50.00 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 In the Mix—Ed Huckeby. This rock- inspired piece is a great introduction to the Mixolydian mode. Your students will feel like stars when they perform this for friends and family. This piece will work well in spring and recruiting concerts. 11623824 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . .- 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. . . . . .60.00 Iron Sharpens Iron—Mark Lortz. Bold energy and excitement inspired by the proverb that highlights growth through challenge. Driving percussion, powerful brass fanfares, and soaring woodwinds capture the resilience and teamwork of athletes pushing each other to improve. Tense moments and triumphant resolutions reflect personal and collective transformation, making this piece a dynamic tribute to perseverance and unity. 11623499 Band Set & Score. . . . . .58.00 Island Getaway—Brian Monroe. A Latin- feel means you can use a lot of percussion players, all playing within grade level. Single parts for all instruments afford confidence and solidity to students. There are only a few divisi notes in clarinet, alto saxophone, and trumpet. 11624530 Band Set & Score. . . . . .45.00 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 YEARS OF MUSIC S I N C E 1 8 7 6

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