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Concert & Contest | Very Easy
Iron Sharpens Iron—Mark Lortz. Bold
energy and excitement inspired by the
proverb that highlights growth through
challenge. Driving percussion, powerful
brass fanfares, and soaring woodwinds
capture the resilience and teamwork of
athletes pushing each other to improve.
Tense moments and triumphant
resolutions reflect personal and collective
transformation, making this piece a dynamic
tribute to perseverance and unity.
11623499 Band Set & Score . . . . . 58.00
Jungle Jumpstart—Salvador Alan Jacobo.
A fun adventure through the tropic jungle
awaits! Inspired by "earth/jungle" levels in
platformer video games, this is a fun way
to incorporate and introduce the mixolydian
mode to young performers. Enjoy the wilds!
11607556 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
Kazoom!—Valerie Shanley. This spirited
and engaging piece will add a touch of fun
to your beginning band concert. Students
start by playing the first strain using their first
eight notes, establishing a solid foundation.
Then, they set aside their traditional
instruments and pick up kazoos to perform
the trio section, introducing a playful and
interactive element to the performance.
The composition also features spirited
percussion parts, allowing young drummers
to showcase their skills and add to the lively
atmosphere. This unique arrangement not
only entertains, it also encourages active
participation and enthusiasm among
students – a memorable addition to any
concert program!
11624386 Band Set & Score . . . . . 60.00
La Serpiente (The Snake)—Michael Story.
Open your next concert with this energetic
Spanish-flavored piece featuring bold
melodies and colorful harmonies that evoke
images of flamenco dancers and bullfights.
With a variety of instrumental colors and
dynamic contrasts, the piece will also serve
as a worthy introduction to the Spanish
Phrygian scale. (1:30)
11616391 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Leviathan—Clarence E. Barber. Creating
whale sounds will be the most challenging
and most enjoyable part of this experience.
There are many options, from playing
prerecorded sounds to the most fun
for your players, playing the sounds
acoustically. You can use a waterphone
or a vibraphone with a double bass bow,
or you can use a wah-wah tube or helix
bowl. The possibilities are endless and will
challenge your percussionists to think in a
totally different way.
11624066 Band Set & Score . . . . . 50.00
Lullaby for a Starry Night—Alexandre
Carlin. Delight your audience with the
tranquil beauty of this lyrical work. Set in
graceful 3/4 time, it paints a serene portrait
of the night sky. An excellent choice for
beginning bands, it offers young musicians
the chance to explore expressive playing
and musicality, making it an enchanting
addition to any concert program.
11623495 Band Set & Score . . . . . 58.00
Mission Songs—Haley Woodrow. In the
music you'll hear the melody presented by
different groups of instruments to honor the
tradition of how the alabado was often sung
by four groups separated into men, women,
boys, and girls.
11605302 Band Set & Score . . . . . 85.00
Morning Bells—Ben Robichaux. The four-
note motive known as the Westminster
Quarters is associated with clock towers and
churches all around the world. Oftentimes,
the ringing of these bells is the only sound
that can be heard across communities early
in the morning, as the day is still young
and full of potential. This short work uses
this iconic motive to express the limitless
possibilities of a new day.
11605325 Band Set & Score . . . . . 50.00
Pactum—Gary Gazlay. From a Latin term
for an agreement, bargain, or covenant:
it's the pact your students make between
each other and the director, and between
the ensemble and the audience.
11624902 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
The Phantom Miners—Jason A. Taurins.
Take your audience to the ghost towns of
the American Southwest, where abandoned
mining towns echo with the sounds of long-
dead miners still toiling in the earth. The
piece is full of eerie atmospheric sounds,
with auxiliary percussion creating chilling
effects to mimic ghostly activities. The
dramatic shifts between harsh and delicate
sounds reflect the desperation of the spirits
who refuse to leave their work unfinished.
Careful attention to dynamics and timing will
help convey an unsettling spectral world!
11622774 Band Set & Score . . . . . 60.00
Polovtsian Dance—Alexander Borodin/
arr. Aric Branchfield. Borodin's most famous
melody is here made accessible to younger
players. It retains the stunning beauty of the
original without overt technical demands.
11624070 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Praesto—Gary Gazlay. From a Latin
word meaning "at the ready," this piece is
intended as a teaching tool that can be used
to motivate and encourage your students to
try their very best in whatever they do. They
will enjoy learning to play it as much as they
will take pride in the results.
11624901 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
Procession of the Prince—Christine
M. Richardson. Here comes the prince
on a horse! This piece uses just the first
six notes learned in most band methods,
simple rhythms with repetition, and simple
counterpoint while still maintaining a
Grade .5 difficulty. It will work with limited
instrumentation comprising flute, clarinet,
alto saxophone, trumpet, and trombone.
Lyrics to the melody aid in learning the
eighth-note rhythms. The melody and lyrics
are printed on the back of each student
part. Correlates with Tradition of Excellence
Book 1, page 17.
11618971 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Racing the Horizon—David Marlatt. A
dynamic and exciting piece for developing
musicians. Bold fanfares and smooth
legato sections introduce players to precise
rhythmic work as well as contrasting styles.
Melody is found in various voices to add
interest for all. (1:50)
11623687 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Red River Valley—arr. Michael Kamuf.
Bring the drama and drive of the Wild
West to your beginning band students
with this new setting of this great folk
song. Rich harmonies, driving syncopated
rhythms, and varying textures make this
the perfect opening or closing selection for
your next performance!
11616388 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Rhino Ruckus (Low Woodwind and
Brass Feature)—Erin Keeton-Howard.
Feature your low woodwind and brass
players in this work that really rocks!
Optional drum set helps with the style, and
there is a wealth of material for all band
members to enjoy. Plenty of options for
choreography as well. So much fun! (1:45)
11616428 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
Rush Hour—Linda M. Bange. Energize
your elementary band! Feel the pulse of the
city with its driving rhythm as your young
musicians navigate through the bustling
soundscape. Hit the right notes and keep
the momentum alive with this energetic
composition – because in the world of
music, every hour is rush hour!
11582771 Band Set & Score . . . . . 45.75
Shadow Realm—Tyler Grant. Step into
a world with shadows and mystery! Eerie
whispers and distant murmurs create a
soundscape that is unique to music at this
level. Engaging percussion writing paired
with shifting tonal centers will give everyone
a glimpse of the dark, shadowy underworld.
Equally appropriate for your fall concert and
for contest or festival. Thrilling!
11622186 Band Set & Score . . . . . 65.00
Sparks—Bruce W. Tippette. A great way to
open or close a concert program, this work
begins boldly with interesting harmonies
and orchestral hits along with more lyrical
moments. Your band will show up wanting
to play this one every day!
11615339 Band Set & Score . . . . . 50.00
Spirit Quest—Christina Huss. Fun melodic
material, interesting harmonies, and a lot to
do for every section – this one is a winner.
11615042 Band Set & Score . . . . . 50.00
Star-Taker (The Astrolabe of Verona)—
Laura Estes. Based on a medieval scientific
artifact from the 11th century, this is a work
filled with intrigue for your young band.
Lots to do, and a lot to say in this one; your
audiences will love it!
11615043 Band Set & Score . . . . . 50.00
Tag—Linda M. Bange. This piece has a
lively interplay between instrument groups
as they chase each other through the
musical maze. The tune is energetic and
sparkles with sonority. So much fun and
such a great program piece for your yong
band's very first concert.
11621988 Band Set & Score . . . . . 48.50
Tangoesque—John McAllister. Engaging
and exciting, this piece designed for
young band players perfectly captures
the essence of tango music. It highlights
the harmonic and melodic components of
tango, featuring musical contrasts in both
style and dynamics along with characteristic
weak beat accents. While not a formal
tango, it hints at the style and elements,
providing a delightful introduction to this
passionate genre.
11583215 Band Set & Score . . . . . 45.00
To the Skies!—Kenley Kristofferson.
Capture the thrill of soaring through the air,
sailing through the azure sky with the clouds
spinning behind you. A unique retro video
game sound brings the boundless thrill of
adventure to your next performance. An
optional eight-bit backing track adds even
more fun! (1:40)
11616417 Band Set & Score . . . . . 55.00
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