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Concert & Contest | Very Easy
A Jolly Good March—arr. Joseph
Compello. This lighthearted piece is
designed for first-year bands and is based
on the familiar tune For He's a Jolly Good
Fellow, also known as The Bear Went
Over the Mountain. The march introduces
students to basic music reading and
may be performed at a tempo set by the
conductor. It's an enjoyable, educational
experience for beginners.
11622770 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
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
Jungle Jumpstart—Salvador Alan Jacobo.
A fun adventure through the tropic jungle
awaits! Inspired by "earth/jungle" levels in
platformer video games,"Jungle Jumpstart"
is a fun way to incorporate and introduce
the mixolydian mode to young performers.
Enjoy the wilds!
11607556 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
K-Rock—Tom Tucker. Combine an old
beat with a new melodic idea in this fun,
energetic Grade 1 piece. Engage your
students with the joy of rehearsing and
performing - and captivate your audience!
11621992 Band Set & Score. . . . . .48.50
Kazoom!—Valerie Shanley. This spirited
and engaging piece will add a touch
of fun to your beginning band concert.
Students start by playing the first strain
using their first eight notes, establishing a
solid foundation. Then, they set aside their
traditional instruments and pick up kazoos
to perform the trio section, introducing
a playful and interactive element to the
performance. The composition also
features spirited percussion parts, allowing
young drummers to showcase their skills
and add to the lively atmosphere. This
unique arrangement not only entertains, it
also encourages active participation and
enthusiasm among students - a memorable
addition to any concert program!
11624386 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
La Serpiente (The Snake)—Michael
Story. Open your next concert with this
energetic Spanish-flavored piece from
composer Michael Story. Featuring bold
melodies and colorful harmonies, La
Serpiente (The Snake) will evoke images
of Flamenco dancers and bullfights.
With a variety of instrumental colors and
dynamic contrasts, the piece will also
serve as a worthy introduction to the
Spanish Phrygian scale. (1:30)
11616391 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
The Lake of Sorrows (Tales from the
Darklands)—Randall D. Standridge.
This cinematic and eerie offering depicts
an abandoned lake of lost souls. Lyrical
writing, chromaticism, and orchestral
scoring are balanced with simple rhythms
and achievable ranges to create a vehicle
that offers a mature musical experience for
developing players and melodic moments
for all wind groups.
11340606 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Leviathan—Clarence E. Barber. Creating
whale sounds will be the most challenging
and most enjoyable part of this experience.
There are many options, from playing
prerecorded sounds to the most fun
for your players, playing the sounds
acoustically. You can use a waterphone
or a vibraphone with a double bass bow,
or you can use a wah-wah tube or helix
bowl. The possibilities are endless and will
challenge your percussionists to think in a
totally different way.
11624066 Band Set & Score. . . . . .50.00
Lift Every Voice and Sing—Chris Sharp.
James Weldon Johnson's inspirational
hymn dates back to the Harlem
Renaissance. This beautiful arrangement
is scored to be playable with voices or as a
stand-alone concert band piece. Accessible
to bands of all sizes and levels.
11515295 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Lullaby for a Starry Night—Alexandre
Carlin. Delight your audience with the
tranquil beauty of this lyrical work. Set in
graceful 3/4 time, it paints a serene portrait
of the night sky. An excellent choice for
beginning bands, it offers young musicians
the chance to explore expressive playing
and musicality, making it an enchanting
addition to any concert program.
11623495 Band Set & Score. . . . . .58.00
Majestica—Brian Balmages. Open
your next concert with a musical
celebration! Triumphant and bold, this work
is well-crafted for young bands. Dynamic
contrast is aided by changes in texture, and
the short, powerful phrases let students
perform with a strong sound. This one is a
real confidence-booster!
10008905 Band Set & Score. . . . . .45.00
March from First Suite for Military
Band—Gustav Holst/arr. Michael Story.
Historically important, the suite this comes
from is one of the first pieces written
exclusively for "military" bands - the original
term for concert band. This arrangement is
based on the second theme of the March,
a very lyrical melody reminiscent of British
folk music. This accomplished setting
brings this cherished work to the stands of
your beginners, a most welcome addition to
beginning band repertoire!
10279758 Band Set & Score. . . . . .56.00
March of the Christmas Drums—arr. Todd
Phillips. A festive and engaging piece to
showcase your beginning band's percussion
section! The percussionists maintain the
beat while woodwinds and brass perform
snippets of the holiday favorites Jingle Bells
and Up on the Housetop. This arrangement
allows every section of the band to shine,
with the percussion providing a dynamic
foundation and the melody bringing holiday
cheer. It's an excellent choice to open or
close your holiday concert, adding energy
and excitement to the performance.
Celebrate the season with this lively and
entertaining march!
11624379 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
March of the Hobgoblins—Randall
Standridge. Dance rhythms and creepy
melodies combine in this new 6/8 concert
march for young band! Inspired by the
mischievous spirits of the British Isles,
it paints a portrait of imps dancing and
cavorting in a dark forest. Scored carefully
to serve as an approachable introduction
to compound meter, your performers and
audiences will enjoy the catchy melodies,
dark harmonies, and colorful scoring as
every player gets the chance to shine!
11573969 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Midnight Sky (from "Midnight Suite")—
Brian Balmages. This sensitive setting is
right on target for developing musicality
in young performers! Set at a comfortable
andante tempo, the work is not technically
challenging, yet will help develop important
expressive performance skills. It's less
than two minutes long, so endurance is
not an issue, making this short, but very,
very sweet. Three chorales are included
to expand the learning experience. It also
makes a great warm-up for older bands!
10008898 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
Mission Songs—Haley Woodrow. In the
music you'll hear the melody presented by
different groups of instruments to honor the
tradition of how the alabado was often sung
by four groups separated into men, women,
boys, and girls.
11605302 Band Set & Score. . . . . .85.00
Moonlight Bliss—Adrian B. Sims. Enjoy
the tranquility of the night and the stars
above. A memorable theme and stunning
harmonies encapsulate the view of the
twinkling night sky. This powerful yet
approachable work will have your students
enthusiastic about playing more lyrical
music and is certain to have a stunning
impact on your audience.
11399664 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Morning Bells—Ben Robichaux. The four-
note motive known as the Westminster
Quarters is associated with clock towers and
churches all around the world. Oftentimes,
the ringing of these bells is the only sound
that can be heard across communities early
in the morning, as the day is still young
and full of potential. This short work uses
this iconic motive to express the limitless
possibilities of a new day.
11605325 Band Set & Score. . . . . .50.00
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. . . . . .65.00
A New Light (A Sequel to ...At Twilight)—
Tyler S. Grant. Another captivating
lyrical work for developing bands, this
sequel to the best-selling ...At Twilight
is 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. . . . . .65.00
Night Fury—Carol Brittin Chambers.
This creative work is full of adventure
and excitement, conjuring vivid images
of dragons, castles, and other legendary
creatures. With impressive writing
influenced by dramatic film scores, this
epic composition is fast-paced yet remains
playable by young musicians.
10759593 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
O Come, Emmanuel—Angelo Kortyka.
In this Grade 1 arrangement, the second
clarinet does not go over the break and
most parts lie within the range of a sixth.
Percussion is minimal and well within the
grade level, making this an excellent choice
for a first holiday concert.
11624068 Band Set & Score. . . . . .45.00
On Guard!—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. Sure to
be a hit with your developing musicians, this
dramatic and adventurous work for young
band combines driving rhythms and minor-
mode melodies with exciting percussion
to make a piece that sounds both fun and
dangerous. A fine selection for an opener
or closer, this is a must-have for your library.
11573979 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
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