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Bennett's Ridge Overture—Joseph
Pappas. Bursting with vibrant melodies and
pulsating rhythms, immerse listeners in the
spirit of youthful adventure with this stirring
composition tailored to young bands.
Inspired by the great outdoors, this musical
journey sweeps across rolling landscapes,
evoking a sense of wonder and discovery.
The perfect showcase for emerging talents
to shine. Experience the joy of musical
exploration with this exhilarating piece that
captures the essence of youthful passion
and boundless potential.
11575823 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Black Forest Overture (Flex Band)—
Michael Sweeney. This striking overture
provides a wealth of variety and teaching
material in an attractive setting that students
will love to play.
10045779 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Black Forest Overture—Michael
Sweeney. Take a look at this exciting
work by Michael Sweeney...it has all the
bravado of his earlier successes! Bold,
contemporary sounding harmonies in a
minor key are mixed with exciting, shifting
accents for a really neat effect. And, the
climactic ending is one of the best we've
seen at this level! This piece is guaranteed
to make a great impression in both concert
and contest, and you'll really be surprised
when you see how easy it is to learn! A
sure winner!
2355824 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Black Is the Color—Robert Sheldon. The
traditional folksong used as the basis of this
setting was first known in the Appalachian
Mountains of the United States, but most
probably originated in Scotland. It is a
poignant song about a girl who is waiting
for her lover to return from sea. This
stunning setting brings out the emotional
content and makes a moving contribution
to young band repertoire.
10068546 Band Set & Score. . . . . .52.00
Blue—Robert W. Smith. Simple yet elegant
and graceful, this lyrical work for developing
concert band is the second movement from
the suite "Krisanna's Colors." Beautiful
harmonic changes rooted in the language
of American jazz make it a rich educational
experience on many levels. With its
poignant melody and beautiful chordal
setting, this is appropriate for any concert
or festival performance.
10523254 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Blue Comet—Jorge Vargas. This exciting
and energetic original work sets many of
the voices in the concert band in a rhythmic
dialogue with one another. This, combined
with fascinating harmonies, creates a
work that truly sounds like no other. Also
an excellent teaching tool for syncopated
rhythms. A dazzling addition to your next
concert or festival performance!
11400084 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Blue Sky Horizon—Randall Standridge.
Uplifting and bursting with energy, this
wonderful work combines driving motives,
catchy rhythms, accessible ranges, and a
pops-inspired feel to celebrate the moments
when we can all find joy in our lives. An
outstanding choice as an opener or closer!
11400073 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Brace for Impact (Flexible Instrument-
ation)—Christina Huss. Driving and high-
intensity from start to finish - comfortable
ranges along with excellent use of repetition
and unison rhythms make this piece highly
accessible and will have your young band
sounding full and mature. A hot percussion
feature adds to the excitement. This high-
octane gem is the perfect opener or closer
to your concert program!
11576707 Band Set & Score. . . . . .70.00
Brace for Impact—Christina Huss. Driving
and high-intensity from start to finish -
comfortable ranges along with excellent use
of repetition and unison rhythms make this
piece highly accessible and will have your
young band sounding full and mature. A hot
percussion feature adds to the excitement.
This high-octane gem is the perfect opener
or closer to your concert program!
11392846 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
Breakneck!—Tyler Arcari. Imagine
traveling at breakneck speed! This high-
wire work for developing bands is an
intense ride from start to finish. Easy eighth-
note patterns create an anchor point while
clever use of percussion equipment, upper
brass "honks," and cool harmonic tension
transport you directly behind the wheel!
Long melodic lines over the driving eighth-
note patterns create a wonderful effect.
Perfect for teaching counting rests.
11561994 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
Byzantine Dances (Flexcel Concert
Works)—Carol Brittin Chambers. This is a
thrilling work that will engage both students
and audiences from the start! The use of
the harmonic major scale gives this work
its Byzantine flavor while a full percussion
section provides plenty of color. A slower
and mysterious B section introduces
snapping, and the recap of the initial theme
utilizes clapping effects. An exciting ending
rounds out this adventure! The adaptability
of this piece allows for it to be played with
as few as five players, which makes it highly
flexible for many performance or rehearsal
situations. Includes a letter for proof of
copyright permission as well as a digital
download coupon so you can get the music
to your students.
11212512 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Byzantine Dances—Carol Brittin
Chambers. Written in the style of a Roma
gypsy dance, this is fast, energetic, and
daring. Students will love playing the exotic
style and audiences will love hearing the
infectious melodies. Directors will also find
a wealth of historic content to teach while
rehearsing this piece.
11001022 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Call of the Ancient Clans—Amy Webb.
This composition takes players back to
earlier times when neighboring tribes
would communicate with each other not
by racing through the dense jungle or
harsh desert but by using drums. With an
interesting, pulsating rhythm and catchy
woodwind lines, use this to catch students'
interest and get them involved in making
some fun musical moments. The notes are
easily played by those with over a year of
band, but the piece also provides a good
challenge as the first clarinets do go over
the break a couple of times. There are
plenty of dynamic contrasts, interesting
percussion parts, and plenty of exciting
moments. Perfect for an exhilarating ending
to a concert.
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11516615 Band Set & Score. . . . . .58.00
Captain Courageous (Flexible Instrument-
ation)—Rob Romeyn. This bold and regal
fanfare will have developing bands
sounding beyond their years. Opening
with a powerful declarative statement,
memorable melodic lines then follow,
making this the perfect vehicle for contest
and festival use. Dynamic and heroic, it
provides a wonderful musical experience
for all. Scored for flexible ensemble.
11571894 Band Set & Score. . . . . .70.00
Carpathia (FJH Flex Series)—William
Owens. This powerful work depicts the
frantic voyage of RMS Carpathia racing to
the aid of RMS Titanic. The whole band is
involved in making the sounds of the ship,
from the vibrating hull to the ship's bell to
the hissing boilers, creating a truly lifelike
effect. As Carpathia arrives on the terrible
scene, the music turns into a slow, mournful
hymn for those who have perished.
The music intensifies once more as the
rescue ship embarks on her triumphant
yet tragic journey to safety. A stunning
composition! This version features flexible
instrumentation.
11352595 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Castles and Dragons—Todd Stalter. Your
students are going to love this one! On
their stately journey towards the castle, the
knights must slay a fierce dragon that is
threatening the local village. As the battle
ensues, the dragon is defeated, and the
knights return once again to their noble
procession. A perfect way to introduce your
students to program music!
2703037 Band Set & Score. . . . . .48.00
Caverns of Sonora (The Secret Cave)—
William Owens. Evoking feelings of
intrigue and majesty, this captivating
work pays homage to one of the most
spectacular cave systems in the world.
The somber, haunting introduction
has listeners entering this mysterious
subterranean world. The music then
becomes a collage of dark harmonies and
driving rhythms as your pulse races, not
knowing what lies ahead in the unyielding
darkness.
11002181 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
Celtic Air and Dance (Flex Band)—arr.
Michael Sweeney. This classic for your
young concert band is now available to
ensembles of all shapes and sizes. This
setting of tuneful Irish melodies is available
in a four-part flexible format plus percussion.
A must-have for small group settings!
11324801 Band Set & Score. . . . . .45.00
Celtic Air and Dance—arr. Michael
Sweeney. Drawing on the rich and
varied tradition of Celtic folksongs,
this piece opens with the touching and
melodious The Parting Glass. The flutes
and percussion take center stage on the
dance-like Tha Mi Sgith (A Fairy's Love
Song), then the entire band gets into the
act for the rousing finish.
10033567 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
Centrifugal Force (Flexible Instrument-
ation)—Sean O'Loughlin. Just as the title
suggests, this exciting original work is full of
push-and-pull contrasts between musical
concepts that will have the audience
pinned to the backs of their seats. Open
voicings give the piece its fresh and
mysterious sound.
11576708 Band Set & Score. . . . . .70.00
Champion—Jay Coles. With an inspiring
title and an introduction that sucks you
right in, this fun and fierce original work
is full of teaching moments and great
rhythmic verve. A wonderful addition to the
developing band repertoire, it's perfect for
any concert program!
11562281 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
