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Folk &
Multicultural Music
All Levels
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
Cumbia!—Jorge Vargas. Lively, rhythmic,
and full of energy, this vibrant Grade 1.5
work introduces young musicians to the
infectious spirit of Latin American dance
music. Based on the Northern Mexican
variation of the cumbia, this piece features
distinctive bass line patterns, engaging
percussion writing, and an irresistible
groove that students will love. A fun and
educational way to explore cultural styles,
this crowd-pleasing addition to any concert
program is sure to get toes tapping and
people dancing!
11622922 Band Set & Score . . E 65.00
I Still Think About You—Jorge Vargas.
Expressive and deeply sentimental,
this lyrical Grade 1.5 work gives young
musicians the chance to explore beauty,
nuance, and emotional depth. Opening
with a tender clarinet melody, it unfolds with
rich harmonies and colorful orchestration,
gradually building in intensity to a powerful
full-ensemble climax before gently returning
for a soft, reflective conclusion. A poignant
and musical addition to any concert or
festival program.
11622914 Band Set & Score . . E 60.00
Mi Mexico—Jorge Vargas. A vibrant
Grade 3 work that celebrates the energy
and diversity of Mexican folk music.
Presented in three distinct sections, the
piece highlights the joropo, huapango, and
son jalisciense styles, showcasing rhythmic
variety, colorful orchestration, and authentic
Latin percussion. Accents and meter shifts
create a lively sense of motion, offering
performers a dynamic and stylistically rich
experience. A compelling choice for concert
or festival performance.
11622926 Band Set & Score . . M 80.00
Minka, Minka (for Concert Band)—
Semen Klymovsky/arr. John M. Licari.
Many composers have adapted this tune
derived from the Ukrainian song Ikhav
Kozak za Dunaj, notably Ludwig van
Beethoven and Carl Maria von Weber.
This arrangement captures the Eastern
European feel of the tune.
11623469E Band Set & Score
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . VE 30.95
Songs from Down Under—arr. David
Bobrowitz. Five Australian folk songs
make up this melodic and energetic
arrangement: Queensland Rover;
Ryebuck Shearer; Botany Bay; Eugowra
Rocks and Lime Juice Tub. They are
filled with the spirit of Australia, highly
original, and often clever and humorous.
This is an especially versatile and
spirited arrangement.
11624071 Band Set & Score . .MA 80.00
Suite from Old American Songs (Flexible
Instrumentation)—Aaron Copland/arr.
Robert Longfeld. A flexible instrumentation
arrangement of Copeland's collection of
three of the most treasured American folk
songs including Simple Gifts; I Bought Me
a Cat and At the River.
11617940 Band Set & Score . . M 75.00
Thawing—Kazuki Shimoda. A vivid
musical portrait of winter giving way to
spring, this Grade 2.5 work for concert
band is full of rhythmic vitality and
textural nuance. Inspired by the snowy
landscapes of northern Japan, this piece
uses engaging orchestration, minimalist
influences, and expressive percussion
writing to reflect the quiet mystery and
gradual awakening of the natural world.
Winner of the 2024 Barbara Buehlman
Prize for Composition, it offers developing
ensembles a unique opportunity to
explore color, contrast, and emotional
expression through a beautifully crafted
musical narrative.
11622933 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
Dragon Dance—Michael Story. The dragon dance is a traditional
event in Chinese culture, especially during Chinese New Year
celebrations. This flex version is designed with maximum flexibility
for use by any mix of instruments - wind, strings, and percussion,
including like or mixed ensembles with as few as three players. With
purchase, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for
your ensemble. (1:30)
11385702 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 55.00
11385702E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 58.90
Little Mexican Suite, Mvt. 3: Sahuaro—Nubia Jaime-
Donjuan. This charming collection of dances is inspired by the natural
beauty of Mexico. Orchestral scoring and joyful rhythms combine to
paint a musical portrait of the flora found in the diverse and beautiful
landscape. Sahuaro, the tall, tree-like cactus, takes the form of a
danzon depicting a forest of the huge green cacti reaching toward
the sky. It features some rarely found moments to showcase a solid
bassoon section. This piece is sure to be a favorite of your performers
and audiences alike.
11420896 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 85.00
11420896E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 85.00
Songs of Old Kentucky—Brant Karrick. Exhibit the proud
heritage of American folk music with this setting of tunes from the
Cumberland Mountain region. From traditional ballads to knee-
slapping fun songs, you'll find them all in this well-written presentation
of John Riley, The Lonesome Scenes of Winter, Sourwood Mountain,
Frog Went A-Courtin' and Loving Hannah.
10032526 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 90.00
10032526E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 96.30
Ye Banks and Braes O' Bonnie Doon—arr. Michael Sweeney.
This arrangement of the lyrical folksong provides a wealth of musicality
through creative harmonies and skilled scoring. Every section gets
a chance to play the melody at some point. A delightful setting for
young players.
10015785 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
10015785E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
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