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Lighter Selections | Medium / Medium-Advanced & Advanced // Folk & Multicultural Music | Beginning Band
Sailing, Sailing—John Wasson. Light
momentum carries this concert band
setting of a well-known sea shanty recast
as a lively 6/8 march. Tuneful phrases and
buoyant pacing keep the character playful
while the familiar material remains concise
and accessible. A refreshing high school
concert choice that adds energy and charm
to any concert program.
11683719 Band Set & Score . . . M 60.00
Lighter Selections
Medium-Advanced
and Advanced
Albanian Dance—arr. Shelley Hanson.
This high-energy setting of the Albanian tune
Shota brings the festive mood of a raucous
folk dance to your concert hall. Lively and
rhythmically infectious, this piece is sure to
please musicians and audiences alike.
2481850 Band Set & Score . .MA 85.00
Animation – Episode 1: Wabbit!—Randall
Standridge. Cartoon chaos abounds in this
show-stopper! Inspired by the music of
Carl Stalling, the master of cartoon music,
this work acts as the score to a "lost"
episode. A lone hunter chases his longtime
adversary through the woods and into the
city, where hilarity ensues and anvils fly!
Colorful orchestration, quirky percussion,
and dramatic changes combine to create a
piece that evokes the humor and heart of
a bygone era of animation. Challenging but
rewarding, this work is sure to be a favorite
of students and audiences alike!
11515707 Band Set & Score . .MA 95.00
Arcadia—Kenley Kristofferson. Bold and
forward-looking, this advanced concert
band work blends traditional writing with
electronics inspired by early video game
systems. Retro sound ideas are filtered
through modern technology to create an
immersive hybrid soundscape built on
layered textures, rhythmic drive, and vivid
orchestration. The result balances nostalgia
with contemporary compositional thinking,
offering advanced ensembles a distinctive,
modern concert experience grounded in
color, energy, and imagination.
11684700 Band Set & Score . . A 125.00
Big Top Extravaganza—arr. Ed Huckeby.
A spirited circus medley for concert band,
this blends classic tunes with original music
to portray a complete performance under
the big top. Opening with Julius Fucik's
Entry of the Gladiators and closing with Fred
Jewell's E Pluribus Unum, familiar melodies
are mixed with playful original music.
Creating vivid imagery through contrasting
styles and energetic march traditions, this
is a lively choice for advanced high schools
or professional groups.
11687335 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 119.57
Contents May Be Hot!—JaRod Hall. High-
octane salsa rhythms propel this advanced
concert band work into a nonstop Latin
dance, blending piano grooves, Latin
percussion, soaring brass ranges, and
agile woodwind runs. Technical demands
push rhythmic accuracy, endurance, and
style awareness while maintaining constant
energy throughout. The writing rewards
confident players who thrive on precision
and groove. A strong choice for advanced
groups seeking an immersive stylistic
challenge with immediate audience and
student impact.
11680850 Band Set & Score . . A 115.00
A Different Donau (based on An der
schonen blauen Donau)—Johann
Strauss/arr. Anton Burger. A contemporary
reimagining of An der schonen blauen
Donau (By the Beautiful Blue Danube)
transforms the familiar waltz into a playful
work built on a Latin-style groove. Classical
elegance gives way to carefully crafted
humor, with unexpected accents, witty
twists, and precisely planned musical
jokes. Though lighthearted and amusing,
the piece demands accuracy and attentive
rehearsal to deliver its impact. The result
is a cheerful, inventive take on a classic,
inviting listeners to hear the old music with
fresh ears.
11687227 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . . MA 102.06
Go Time!—Brian Balmages. Relentless
energy fuels this Grade 4 concert band work
built on fast tempos, dense syncopation, and
constant meter changes. Pop, rock, funk,
and jazz elements collide in highly technical
melodic writing, with a standout saxophone
feature at the center. Precision, agility, and
rhythmic flexibility are essential throughout.
A thrilling option for advanced high school
ensembles ready to push time, groove, and
stamina in a high-impact closer.
11670303 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 100.00
Saddle Up, Buckaroos!—Matthew R.
Putnam. Western frontier imagery and a
cinematic sound define this exciting band
work that evokes the spirit of the Old West.
Frequent key and meter changes, including
a striking 7/8 section, keep the music
unpredictable and engaging. Shifts between
lyrical passages, bold statements, and fast,
driving energy create strong technical and
rhythmic challenges, making this a fun and
rewarding showcase for advanced high
school ensembles.
11677834 Band Set & Score . .MA 95.00
Three-Ring Circus!—Adrian Sims.
Breakneck pacing and wild circus character
define this showpiece packed with technical
challenges for advanced high school band.
Sudden time-signature shifts keep players
alert, and every section gets a brief spotlight
amid the whirlwind. The piece stays upbeat
and fun – it's an ideal lighter selection that
gives advanced players plenty to chew on
for a memorable concert moment.
11643776 Band Set & Score . .MA 95.00
Touchdown—Matthias K. Weber. Driven
by the energy and momentum of American
football, this advanced work for concert
band musically captures the intensity of a
decisive play from the sprint downfield to
the explosive moment of the touchdown!
Constant motion, rhythmic drive, and bold
gestures convey tension, impact, and
ultimate release. Celebration and triumph
dominate the closing moments, turning
the work into a spirited victory anthem.
Energetic, flowing, and exuberant, it's a
unique choice for any concert performance.
11683963 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 199.00
Folk &
Multicultural Music
Beginning Band
Danza de Fiesta—Linda M. Bange. Light
Latin flair shapes this beginning concert
band piece, giving young players an
enjoyable introduction to style through
constantly intertwining rhythms. With
important parts for all players and the
addition of maracas and guiro in the
percussion section, the accessible writing
keeps all students involved while sustaining
momentum. A fun elementary-level selection
that brings movement, variety, and rhythmic
excitement to your concert program.
11688691 Band Set & Score . . . B 54.50
Dragon Dance—Michael Story. Beginning
bands can now display the fascinating color
and exuberance of this traditional Chinese
celebration. Using the first six notes found
in most beginning methods, beginning wind
players can perform with confidence, and
the percussion section can be played by
as many players as you like. A lively re-
creation of an important multicultural event!
10094814 Band Set & Score . . . B 50.00
Little Samba—Chris Clark. Samba
rhythms bring immediate energy to this
beginning concert band work built using just
five notes to keep melodic demands secure.
Shaker, claves, guiro, and a featured bongo
solo spotlight the percussion section while
reinforcing steady counting and ensemble
cohesion. The short length keeps focus
sharp and rehearsals efficient. A lively
choice when introducing young bands
to Latin style, it celebrates early playing
success and rhythmic confidence.
11680190 Band Set & Score . . . B 55.00
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Lighter Selections
Medium to Advanced
Buy with confidence! These works,
listed in order of popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
Groovitude—Randall Standridge.
11622906 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 85.00
Shine on Me—Erin Keeton-Howard.
11640014 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
Albanian Dance—arr. Shelley Hanson.
2481850 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 85.00
Bayou Breakdown—Brant Karrick.
2478621 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . 100.00
Animation – Episode 1: Wabbit!—
Randall Standridge.
11515707 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 95.00
Godzilla Eats Las Vegas!—
Eric Whitacre.
2431989 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . 200.00
See Rock City—Brant Karrick.
10280013 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 90.00
Snow Day Celebration!—Alan Stein.
10027599 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 68.00
Rhythm Stand—Jennifer Higdon.
2478879 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
Legend of the Lamb—JaRod Hall.
11515741 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
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