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Frogs—Randall D. Standridge. Add a
touch of whimsy and joy to your next
concert! Inspired by the composer's love
of Percy Grainger, Frogs combines many
"Grainger-isms" with quirky percussion and
accessible rhythms and ranges to create a
truly unique work. The inclusion of the "frog"
and optional sound FX add the final points
of charm to this work, destined to be a hit
with students and audiences alike.
10936124 Band Set & Score. . . . . .70.00
Funky Penguins—Mike Collins-Dowden.
Bring some Antarctic fun to your next
concert! An ice-cold bass line supports a
bluesy melody with lots of slip-sliding slurs,
all backed up by the percussion section
playing a funky rock beat. Your audience
will tap their flippers while waddling in the
aisles! (2:10)
11511642 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Game of Tones—Brian Bankston. Whether
you're a lover of epic adventure or simply
seeking an electrifying musical experience
for your ensemble, this bold work promises
to transport you to a world of swords,
sorcery, and symphonic storytelling. Take
your young musicians on a thrilling musical
journey in G minor. Your students will enjoy
the combination of 3/4 meter, colorful
harmonies, and dotted rhythms. This epic
work is sure to leave a big impression on
your audience while inspiring your students'
stylistic and creative expression.
11573515 Band Set & Score. . . . . .68.00
11573542 Additional Score . . . . . . .10.00
Gently Touch the Sky—Robert Sheldon.
Rarely do bands at the easy level get
to play lyrical music of such depth and
expressiveness! This is an ideal change
of pace in any concert. Robert Sheldon's
ballad-like work is a great way for your
budding musicians to spread their musical
wings and play with emotion! This will be
loved by band and audience alike!
2470363 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
Golondrina—Jorge Vargas. A charming
new work in 3/4 time that is inspired by
the joropo llanero - a South American
musical style and dance that originated
in Venezuela. While this style is present
throughout the piece, you can also hear
Mexican and Spanish influences in it as
well. An excellent addition to your next
concert or festival performance! Sure to be
a new favorite!
11515731 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Gratitude—William Owens. A wonderfully
moving work based on the Dutch hymn
We Gather Together. Highly musical
lyrical sections along with brisk tempo
changes will stretch the musicianship of
your ensemble and hold your audience in
their seats.
11562008 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Groovee (A G Minor Groove for Concert
Band)—Richard L. Saucedo. Written
entirely in 4/4 and using a single tempo
throughout, this marvelous work for young
players features logical pacing and variety
along with a keen sense of rhythmic
momentum. Using a recurring interlude
for percussion and bluesy elements in the
melody, this is effective as a concert piece
and also just plain fun to play!
10095464 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Hawkeye Overture—Robert Sheldon. This
energetic overture is brimming with catchy
melodies shared by nearly every section of
the band. The bold opening fanfare leads
to the brisk lively allegro section highlighted
with a variety of contrasting textures and
vivid harmonic colors. A contrasting lyrical
section provides an opportunity to exhibit
expressive musical playing skills before the
main theme returns for an exuberant finale.
10997726 Band Set & Score. . . . . .70.00
Heartland March—Randall Standridge.
Take a trip down home in this dazzling
work that mixes bluegrass music with the
traditional march structure. Fiddle and folk
harmonies inspire the catchy melodies,
with engaging parts for all instrumentalists.
With optional parts for authentic bluegrass
instruments, this march will be sure to leave
your audience's toes tapping at your next
concert or festival performance!
11573968 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
Heroes Triumphant—William Owens.
With driving rhythms and an array of tonal
colors, Heroes Triumphant is a musical
manifestation of vivacity and high spirits.
Beginning crisply, the trumpet section is
heard in a bright fanfare fashion. The full
ensemble soon comes together with bold
sweeping chords and strong melodic lines.
The music then calms briefly before building
back to the initial driving style and coming to
a rousing conclusion.
10312636 Band Set & Score. . . . . .60.00
High Desert March—Steve Hodges.
Capture the excitement and occasional
drama of a long hike in the high desert
with this energetic march. Students will
learn simple syncopations, and low brass
will develop interval flexibility. Adventure
awaits as the young hikers begin their trek,
prepared to overcome any obstacles that
may come their way. (2:10)
11511648 Band Set & Score. . . . . .55.00
High Voltage—Randall D. Standridge.
Stun your students and audience with
this electrifying work that uses vivid
sound effects to create a thundering
soundscape. You'll harness the raw
power of electricity with the exciting
rhythms, clever percussion writing, a
very approachable synthesizer part, and
a myriad of thunder and electrical sounds
that will add a new dimension to your
program. Batteries not required!
10758209 Band Set & Score. . . . . .50.00
Hillside March—Randall Standridge. Your
audience and performers will be charmed
by this idyllic, cheerful march! Take a stroll
across the countryside as your ensemble
plays pleasant tunes reminiscent of British
marches. Its quirky character and uplifting
ambiance are sure to bring a smile to your
next concert crowd!
11331930 Band Set & Score. . . . . .65.00
HABITS OF SUCCESSFUL DIRECTORS
Building a Band Program That Lasts—Trey Reely.
Developing and sustaining a successful band program is no easy task. But there is good news: understanding and
implementing critical guiding principles will provide the motivation for consistent growth and productivity. And there
is even better news - the very theories that lead to consistent success with a band program are the perfect tonic for
your own well-being: developing a philosophy, maintaining a winning attitude, learning for life, embracing variety,
communicating effectively, positioning for success, accepting feedback, encouraging teamwork, leading and
motivating - the list goes on. Whether you are about to begin your band-directing career or have long since taken
the plunge, the essential tools you need for lasting success in band and life are succinctly laid out.
11375536 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
Habits of a Significant Band Director—Scott Rush.
This book will inspire young and veteran band directors to teach with more insight and embrace the power of
positive leadership. A model of Five Key Practices is presented: knowledge, communication, positive energy,
musicianship, and who you are - which work together to provide a framework for success. Other topics include
goal setting, assessment, the teaching inventory database, and quality of life issues. A comprehensive book of
information and inspiration.
10839667 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.95
Habits of a Successful Middle School Band Director—Scott Rush, Jeff Scott, Emily Wilkinson.
A treasure-trove of valuable information for both new and experienced middle school teachers! Among the
topics discussed are: recruiting beginners, mouthpiece testing and instrumentation, effective rehearsal
techniques, teaching strategies, classroom management, working with parents and colleagues, travelling with
middle school students, and much more! A comprehensive resource that will be an essential reference throughout
your teaching career.
10434388 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31.95
Maximizing Student Performance: Student Music Journal—Wendy Barden.
Looking for a resource to engage ensemble students in stronger and more meaningful performances?
This 32-page book is perfectly sized for easy storage in music folders. Based on best practices in the Maximizing
Student Performance series, it holds a year's worth of prompts for students to analyze, interpret, evaluate,
connect, and reflect on the music they are rehearsing, connecting their formal learning to music around them.
Multiple opportunities in each task help students practice and develop each level of thinking. An accompanying
Teacher Notes booklet gives considerations for effective use and grading. Suitable for middle and high school
band, choir, and orchestra.
11389885 Paperback Book - Teacher Notes & 25 Student Journals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
