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Concert & Contest | Easy
The Pirates of Ocracoke—Mekel Rogers.
Set sail on an epic adventure! This thrilling
piece captures the dramatic fall of the
infamous pirate Blackbeard. Written for
beginning bands, it features nautical themes
and spirited sea shanty-style melodies that
evoke the high seas. Perfect for engaging
young musicians and captivating audiences,
this piece brings history to life through bold
and adventurous music.
11623502 Band Set & Score . . . . . 58.00
Proclamation—Gary Gazlay. A piece
students will enjoy learning to play, and a
teaching tool that can be used to motivate
and encourage them.
11624903 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
Regal Quest—Rob McWilliams. Capture
the style and feeling of a procession of
noble characters as they strive to achieve
their most meaningful goals with this
stately composition.
11624803 Band Set & Score . . . . . 75.00
Rockin' with the Swamp Monsters—
Dennis Eveland. Bring hard-rock energy to
your concert hall with this fun, lively tune for
all ages! Its driving beats and memorable
melodies blend seamlessly into a young
band tune that is as fun to hear as it is to play!
11623148 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
Rogue Protocol—Emily Graham. Inspired
by Martha Wells' Murderbot Diaries, this
bold and rhythmic Grade 1.5 work for young
band blends suspense, drive, and sci-fi flair.
A pulsing bassline, active percussion, and a
defiant trumpet melody capture the tension
and determination of a rogue SecUnit
on the run. Optional parts for advanced
percussion and high clarinet offer flexibility
and growth opportunities for young players.
A thrilling and empowering addition to any
concert or festival program.
11622923 Band Set & Score . . . . . 60.00
Saga—Christina Huss. A lovely ballad
in three, this is a musical journey for the
developing musician. They are going to
love this one.
11615050 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
School of Swing—Amy Webb. Here's a
piece guaranteed to have listeners' toes
tapping! It's a fun, flashy showpiece that
features every section of the band – the
catchy rhythms will engage your students
and fire them up at their next performance.
A great vehicle for teaching swing style to
beginners, this is not to be overlooked.
Fun! (2:10)
11616367 Band Set & Score . . . . . 60.00
Sea Island Spirituals—Michael Golemo.
The Gullah people of the Sea Islands of
South Carolina have preserved their unique
West African and New World heritage for
over a century through valued customs in
spirituality, music, cuisine, and language.
This selection brings traditional favorites
such as Michael, Row Your Boat Ashore;
Kumbaya and Swing Low, Sweet Chariot to
young musicians.
11595288 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
Seven Sails—Brian Bankston. Ahoy, me
hearties! Your students will absolutely fall in
love with this epic pirate adventure set in the
key C minor. This fun, original composition
sets sail with the sound of the ocean over
which a woodwind trio performs flowing,
lyrical, melodic lines that lead to a powerful
full band entrance surprising and exciting
your audience. There are opportunities
for teaching or reinforcing articulations,
dynamics, style, tempo change, text repeats
and many other treasures within this piece.
This will make a memorable addition to your
next concert, festival or competition.
11606309 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Sky Machine—Jorge L. Vargas. Take an
exhilarating journey through the skies of
a newly discovered planet in a futuristic
flying machine in this fast-paced and
vibrant piece. The rhythms, melodies,
and harmonies evoke the exciting and
captivating sensations of a new world.
11617932 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
Sky Machine (Hybrid Edition)—Jorge
L. Vargas. A fast-paced and vibrant
composition that depicts an exhilarating
journey through the skies in a futuristic flying
machine on a newly discovered planet.
The rhythms, melodies, and harmonies
are intended to evoke the exciting and
captivating sensations of experiencing a
new world. This hybrid edition contains a
printed score and access to digital files. This
hybrid edition contains a printed score and
access to digital parts.
11618066 Band Set- Score & Digital
Part Downloads . . . . . . 65.00
The Skyborn Metropolis—Ayatey Shabazz.
Take an exciting trip to a futuristic city in
the clouds! Lift off with a bold introduction
full of open harmonies and fanfare brass
before touring the bustling metropolis with
long melodic lines over driving rhythms and
tension-filled suspensions. Well-scored
triplets and simple sixteenth-note figures
are effective yet highly accessible to young
players. All sections enjoy fun and engaging
parts. A tremendous cinematic sound!
11617936 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
The Skyborn Metropolis (Hybrid
Edition)—Ayatey Shabazz. Take an
exciting trip to a futuristic city in the clouds!
Lift off with a bold introduction full of open
harmonies and fanfare brass before touring
the bustling metropolis with long melodic
lines over driving rhythms and tension-
filled suspensions. Well-scored triplets and
simple sixteenth-note figures are effective
yet highly accessible to young players. All
sections enjoy fun and engaging parts. A
tremendous cinematic sound! This hybrid
edition contains a printed score and access
to digital parts.
11618070 Band Set- Score & Digital
Part Downloads . . . . . . 65.00
Smoke and Mirrors—Gary Fagan. This
easy level contest and festival piece
dazzles with musical sleight of hand.
Jaunty rhythms and unexpected harmonies
give it a mysterious and playful quality that
portrays the ability of a magician to create
the inexplicable. Lyrical melodic passages
accompanied by syncopated rhythms are
passed around the band and ensure that
everyone can share in the magic.
11618975 Band Set & Score . . . . . 70.00
Snallygaster!—Anthony Susi. Bring this
spooky creature of American folklore to life!
The piece begins with a dark minor theme
that represents the snallygaster's approach,
followed by dynamic, metallic percussion
that mimics its sharp beak and claws. The
music evolves through different stages,
depicting the creature's terrorizing antics,
its flapping wings, and its ultimate victory.
The playful yet ominous character of the
piece makes for an engaging performance
that will thrill audiences.
11622786 Band Set & Score . . . . . 85.00
Soaring Above—Larry Clark. Starting with
a brilliant fanfare, soaring melodic lines
intertwine with a more angular counterline
to make this work stand out for this level.
Your students will learn a lot and they won't
even know it!
11615053 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Spectre Dance—Ryan Meeboer. Imagine
what it would be like to walk through a
graveyard just as the spirits awaken to
have a party: dancing demons, skipping
skeletons, and frolicking phantoms. Set in
a minor mode and using a waltz meter, this
piece makes creative use of percussion to
set the mood of such a scene. (2:50)
11623692 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Spy Hero—Greg Danner. In a world of
secret agents and supervillains, suspense
and adventure await! Sporting a cinematic
air to support its simple melodic figures and
recurring rhythms, this solidly scored piece
is widely accessible, offering a high-energy
programming choice to thrill your students
and audience.
11622326 Band Set & Score . . . . . 60.00
Star Song (Flexible Instrumentation)—
Claude T. Smith/arr. Joseph Benjamin Earp.
A heartfelt musical journey inviting listeners
to reflect on the stars above and the limitless
possibilities that lie beyond. This flexible
arrangement allows ensembles to perform
the work with as few as ten musicians,
providing accessibility and flexibility for a
variety of instrumentation needs while still
allowing a full ensemble sound.
11623829 Band Set & Score . . . . . 90.00
Stones of the Ancients—Brian D. Sleeper.
Throughout the world, ancient civilizations
created stone structures that have endured
centuries. From Stonehenge in England
to pyramids on several continents, these
monuments have intrigued us throughout
the ages. Monolithic G minor power chords
contrasted with lyrical chorale episodes
reflect the grandeur and mystery of these
marvels. Melodic material made up of
eighth and quarter notes appears in all
instruments. Correlates with Tradition of
Excellence Book 1, page 30.
11618977 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
Storming the Castle—Connor Dunford.
Newcomer Connor Dunford comes out
swinging with this high-wire work for young
band. Storm the castle and get lost in the
drama – there are fun and engaging parts
for each section of the band!
11615347 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Sunlight Dances—LeAndre Benton. A
refreshing work by newcomer LeAndre
Benton. Accessibly scored for young band
with lots of doubling, this piece will sound
big and full. There are plentiful moments
for teaching and digging into the rhythmic
clarity of the work. Dance in the sun with
this inspiring work for concert band!
11615345 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Sweet Dreams (Flexible Instrumentation)
—Tyler S. Grant. This popular work for
wind band is now available for four-part
fully flexible instrumentation. A beautiful
lullaby paints a picture of the innocence
of a sleeping baby. The wide range of
expression will stretch the boundaries of
your ensemble's musicianship!
11622505 Band Set & Score . . . . . 75.00
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