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Lighter Selections | Beginning Band & Very Easy
Lighter Selections
Beginning Band &
Very Easy
Abandoned Toy Shop—Timothy Loest.
Orphaned toys come to life in this eerie
tour of an abandoned toy store. The
work opens and closes with Victor
Herbert's dreamlike Toyland as a Jack-
in-the-box plays Pop Goes the Weasel.
Diminished chords, tri-tones, and the
Dies Irae surround an aleatoric section
that features a whole host of noisy toys.
Highly accessible, extremely creative, and
definitely memorable!
11002167 Band Set & Score. .VE 55.00
Abominable Snowman Chase—Robert
W. Smith. Travel to the towering peaks of
the Himalayas in pursuit of this legendary
creature! You won't travel far before you
hear the sounds of his giant footsteps,
provided by the percussion section, and the
chase is on! The pace quickens and you
hear his cry as you draw nearer and nearer
until he's just over the next ridge! How does
it end? You'll have to finish this story at your
next concert to find out!
10094263 Band Set & Score. .VE 46.00
Aliens in the Attic—Tyler Arcari. Aliens
are attacking! From the attic? Yep, there are
invaders from outer space hiding in the attic,
and it's time to run for your lives! Beginning
students will absolutely love this creative
work with all the literal bells and whistles -
not to mention whirly tubes and sirens. They
won't even realize they're learning various
types of accents and dynamics as well as
minor mode. Sure to be a hit!
11392822 Band Set & Score. . . B 45.00
Alpha Dog (Flexible Band)—Heather
Hoefle. A fun and energetic work for the
beginning band that your students will love!
The infectious groove, hand clapping, and
driving drum break keep this spirited piece
driving all the way to the end. Using only
the first six notes introduced in most band
methods, this piece also features flexible
instrumentation is an excellent choice for a
school assembly, parent meeting, pep rally,
or concert closer!
11355453 Band Set & Score. . . B 50.00
Alpha Dog—Heather Hoefle. Fun and
energetic, your beginning band students
will love this. The infectious groove,
handclapping, and driving drum beat
propel this spirited piece all the way to
the end. Using only the first six notes
introduced in most band methods, this
piece is an excellent choice for a school
assembly, parent meeting, pep rally, or
concert closer.
11100236 Band Set & Score. . . B 50.00
Axolotl Dance (from "Water Tales:
A Suite for Band")—Heather Hoefle.
Named after Xolotl, the Aztec god of
fire and lightning, Mexican salamanders
called axolotls have anime-like faces and
have appeared in the computer game
Minecraft. This work reflects the Mexican
origin of these amazing creatures with
basic Latin percussion and highlights their
charm with a lighter melody. Learn more
about these delightful creatures while
preparing this fun piece for performance!
11400973 Band Set & Score. .VE 65.00
VOCAL SOLOS WITH BAND
Spice up your concert program with these
stunning vocal solo features.
Back Home Again in Indiana—James F. Hanley/arr. Jeremy S. Martin.
This work has become a jazz standard over the years and is the perfect vehicle for your band's vocal soloist.
It may be played without the vocalist if you wish, with no cuts or substitutions necessary.
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Blue Moon—arr. Warren Barker.
Written more than fifty years ago, this timeless classic never goes out of style. The smooth scoring and vocal solo
complement each other perfectly in this melodic arrangement. The perfect number for your next pops concert!
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Christmas from the '50s (for Band, Solo Voice, Trumpet or Alto Sax)—arr, Douglas Wagner.
Four holiday pop standards from the 1950s are featured in this fun-filled and entertaining holiday medley. Featured
tunes are: Jingle Bell Rock; Frosty the Snowman; The Christmas Waltz and (There's No Place Like) Home for the
Holidays. Take a stroll down memory lane with this glistening seasonal feature!
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Grown-Up Christmas List—arr. Michael Brown.
This inspiring ballad recorded by Natalie Cole, Amy Grant and many others, will add a special lift to any holiday
concert. The arrangement can be performed effectively with or without a vocal soloist.
10317177 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 70.00
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas—arr. Douglas Wagner.
Give your vocal, alto sax or trumpet soloist the spotlight at this year's holiday concert when he/she performs this
cherished holiday classic with the band. A delightful treat for your winter program.
2482189 Band Set & Score Solo M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 87.00
I Vow to Thee, My Country (with optional vocal)—Gustav Holst/arr. Paul Murtha.
This popular British patriotic hymn features a poem by Sir Cecil Spring Rice set to the familiar chorale melody from
Jupiter by Gustov Holst. It is associated with Remembrance Day services throughout the United Kingdom and has
long been a favorite of the British royal family. This stately setting for band includes an optional part for unison voices.
11517359 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 70.00
Moon River (Vocal or Instrumental Solo with Band)—Henry Mancini/arr. Michael Brown.
Henry Mancini's iconic ballad has won numerous awards including the Oscar for Best Original Song and the
Grammy for Record of the Year, and has been recorded by countless artists over the years. Arranged as a flexible
solo vehicle for vocalist or instrumentalist (flute, oboe, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, or F horn), this finely crafted
setting will certainly add a special moment on any concert.
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The Nine—Randall D. Standridge.
Written in honor of the Little Rock Central Nine and the 60th anniversary of the integration of the Little Rock school
system, this work showcases an original spiritual by the composer that is set in conflict with opposing forces who
march, shout, and jeer before the melody emerges again, triumphant. At turns tender, furious, contemplative, and
triumphant, The Nine features a solo for vocalist (optionally cued for instruments) and is sure to be an audience and
student favorite. Stirring!
10936191 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 110.00
Over the Rainbow (Vocal Feature & opt. Alto or Tenor Sax Solo)—
Harold Arlen/arr. Warren Barker. Is there anyone out there who doesn't know this marvelous vocal showpiece?
Harold Arlen's gorgeous song from "The Wizard of Oz" is presented in a fully scored arrangement that your
audience will love. For added flexibility, B-flat and E-flat instrumental solo parts are included.
2418986 Band Set & Score Solo M, Band M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 87.00
Someone to Watch over Me (Vocal or Alto Sax Feature)—arr. Warren Barker.
Gershwin's great ballad is set as a feature for male or female vocalist with concert band accompaniment. The
arrangement is really smooth, and fills a great need for community organizations. Includes optional alto sax solo.
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They Can't Take That Away From Me—arr. Warren Barker.
George and Ira Gershwin's classic song featuring a male or female vocalist (or optional Eb or Bb instrumentalist)
will be an unforgettable moment in your concert. Sassy, smooth and classy!
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White Christmas (Vocal or Alto Sax Solo with Band)—Irving Berlin/Moss.
This timeless song is the
one every audience wants to hear during the holiday season. This sparkling John Moss version can be performed
with either a vocal soloist or alto sax soloist, backed by a shimmering concert band accompaniment.
2406676 Band Set & Score Solo ME, Band ME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 70.00
