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Always—Joshua Hobbs.
This ballad is a perfect piece to stretch and
showcase your ensemble's musicianship.
Written as a dedication to the composer's
wife, this work will speak to audiences and
musicians alike. Expertly scored to sound
more advanced than it is, this lush work
will make your young concert band sound
beautiful beyond their years.
11536264 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 65.00
Ammerland—Jacob De Haan.
Gorgeous and enchanting, this warm and
rich work will have your band reaching to
new heights of expression. The mid-voices
introduce the simply exquisite melody, followed
in turn by bolder scoring that invites the entire
ensemble to create moments of broad intensity
that will leave your audience in awe. We are
pleased to highly recommend this to your band.
2473070 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 85.00
Appalachian Morning—Robert Sheldon.
The traditions of Appalachia were largely
influenced by settlers from Scotland and
Ireland. This reflective piece acknowledges
these pioneers and their musical heritage
with a musical walk through the woods and
mountains of the Cumberland Gap. In addition
to solo opportunities, this lovely composition
allows for a welcome moment of expression
on any concert program.
10045598 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 65.00
The Ash Grove—arr. Randall Standridge.
A tender and expressive setting for concert
band highlights the lyrical beauty of the
beloved Welsh folk song. It opens with a
graceful clarinet solo and unfolds with lush
harmonies, colorful scoring, and thoughtfully
crafted textures. Engaging percussion writing
adds depth and interest, making this an
elegant and rewarding choice for concert or
festival performance.
11622903 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 70.00
At Morning's First Light—
David Gillingham. This is very well
written! With skillful craftsmanship, David
Gillingham offers you an opportunity to
program a work that captures the serenity
and beauty of daybreak. From the opening
thin layers of sound, a broad, sweeping feel
emerges, sprinkled with active lines depicting
nature awakening. Developing bands will
learn much from performing this work, and will
most certainly grow musically. Lovely!
2702071 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 75.00
Ave Maria—Franz Biebl/arr. Cameron.
Adapted from the choral setting, this moving
work never fails to leave a lasting impression
on audiences. The ascending melodic
lines combined with the gradual crescendo
creates an emotional climax that is simply
overwhelming.
2475258 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 70.00
The Beauty Within—Dan Austin.
Invite young musicians to explore phrasing,
dynamics, and emotional depth with this
gentle, expressive, and emotionally rich
Grade 2.5 work. A slow tempo and striking
harmonic palette build toward a powerful
climax, reflecting the inner light we all carry.
Ideal for concert or contest performance, this
lyrical piece offers a meaningful opportunity for
musical and personal connection.
11622925 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 65.00
Benediction—John Stevens.
Originally scored for brass choir, this
marvelous version for full band features flowing
melodies and counterlines in a rich chorale-
like setting. The solo part at the beginning
and end is scored for euphonium, but is cued
for clarinet, trumpet or trombone. Great for
teaching a lyric style of playing, and also as an
effective performance piece.
10095453 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 70.00
Beyond These Horizons—
William Owens. Written in memory of two
souls lost too soon, this beautiful work serves
as a meditation on grief, love, and hope.
Lyrical melodies and lush harmonies are
combined to create an emotional work that
is achievable by younger ensembles while
still containing enough depth to engage more
experienced players as well.
11573987 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 65.00
Blessing Wind—Yukiko Nishimura.
This stunningly beautiful lyrical work provides
a peaceful moment in our complex and
complicated lives, with gorgeous melodic lines
and perfect harmonic progressions. Teaching
moments abound for young players at this
level. Everyone struggles with burdens from
time to time - this piece provides a hopeful
moment sharing in the beauty of music, calming
the storm that sometimes surrounds us. May
your students grow to be the people thgy hope
to be, following their true spirits. (2:50)
11568617 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 60.00
Cherished—Robert Sheldon.
A beautiful musical message of gratitude
alternates between moments of vulnerability
and powerful passages that reflect comfort
and trust. Soaring phrases combine with ever-
changing chordal progressions, resulting in
steady waves of color and harmonic changes
that sound complex yet are quite playable.
Stunning and transformational. (5:00)
11568584 Band Set & Score. . . . . M 75.00
Come, Thou Fount of Every
Blessing—arr. Randall D. Standridge.
Standridge has arranged this reverent and
somewhat sad-sounding hymn in honor of
the life and influence of his grandmother, who
passed away in 2012. Moving from moments of
quiet beauty though hugely magnificent waves
of sound, this compelling piece is a great
example of the expressiveness and power that
can be achieved by a fine concert band work.
The final statement of the melody by a solo
clarinet wraps up this memorable hymn-tune
arrangement in a reverent, quiet way.
10457934 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 70.00
Contre Qui, Rose—
Morten Lauridsen/trans. Reynolds.
Originally from the pen of renowned choral
composer Morten Lauridsen, this warm and
dignified setting by H. Robert Reynolds works
particularly well for concert bands. Phrasing
is of the utmost importance to fully reflect the
beautiful harmonies. The eloquence of the
piece is stunningly gorgeous from the first note
to the last. Breathtaking!
10014298 Band Set & Score. . . . . M 80.00
Down by the Salley Gardens—
arr. Michael Sweeney. The haunting melody
of this traditional Irish folk song is treated
here in a warm and colorful setting. The
instrumentation is varied and a wealth of
musical elements are provided through
creative harmonizations and carefully placed
key changes. It is scored in a way that will
make bands of any size sound terrific. A truly
lovely arrangement.
2481706 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 65.00
Dusk—Steven Bryant.
This chorale-like work captures the reflective
calm of dusk - the time when night begins
to settle, but the sky is still illuminated by
the fiery hues of the setting sun. A dramatic
concert selection.
2480251 Band Set & Score. . . . M 115.00
Greensleeves—arr. Alfred Reed.
This arrangement has long been
acknowledged as the standard to have in your
band library. While not technically difficult,
a high level of musicianship can really bring
out the beauty in this piece. The simple folk
melody has been developed and orchestrated
into a marvelous work of emotion. In this
fine edition, Dr. Reed offers new program
notes and rehearsal suggestions. Highly
recommended.
446948 Band Set & Score. . . . . M 65.00
Heaven's Light—Steven Reineke.
The inspirational nature of this lovely ballad will
surely reach the hearts of your audience. With
exceptional writing for the mallets (or optional
piano), and beautiful solos for clarinet and
flute, this is just the right piece to bring
expressive performance elements to the
fore. Close, lush harmonies and memorable
melodies make this a wonderful choice for any
performance situation. Lovely!
2478378 Band Set & Score. . . .ME 72.00
How Sweet the Sound—
Brian Balmages. Explores a multitude of
soundscapes and styles as the lyrical melody
to Amazing Grace slowly unfolds in this
powerful work. Largely original, the music
draws heavily on gospel styles interspersed
with contemporary harmonies, soaring
fanfares, and a wash of beautiful colors. The
ending will take your breath away! Stunning.
(6:20)
11568588 Band Set & Score. . . . . M 85.00
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