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n Earth SongFrank Ticheli. Musicians familiar
with Ticheli's compositions will recognize his
moving, sensitive writing. Now adapted for
concert band from the original vocal setting,
this work combines poignant choral lyricism with
the wide color palette and expressive power of
concert band instrumentation. Few technical
demands allow the full attention of listeners
and performers to be focused on the abundant
expressive musical qualities.
10345271 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 95.00
10348223 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 15.00
4 Echoes of EternityBarry Milner. This heroic-
sounding piece could be the epic soundtrack to a
major motion picture, but it is playable by young
bands. The driving motion of the percussion and
the woodwind eighth-note pattern power the piece
forward under a forceful horn and trumpet melody.
You definitely will want to program this dynamic and
appealing work on your next concert!
10453088 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 52.00
10453148 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
n EgyptiqueWilliam Owens. Take a journey
through time to the Nile Valley around 7000 B.C.
with this captivating selection. The music gives a
glimpse of the ancient Egyptians, bringing forth
images of the Pyramids and the Great Sphinx. With
rich harmonies and driving rhythms, your band will
provide the audience with a musical encounter with
this great civilization.
10091621 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10091622 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4 El CidScott Watson. The thrilling adventures
and conquests of a nobleman and military leader in
medieval Spain are vividly portrayed in this striking
selection. An infectious Spanish rhythmic ostinato
provides a constant drive that supports the main
theme for an unrelenting forward motion. Ample
percussion, including an important tambourine part,
contributes to the colorful Spanish feel.
10453100 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10453160 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
n Electricity (Race Around the Circuit)Brian
Balmages. Experience the thrill of a single electron
racing through a circuit at mind-boggling speeds!
The wild ride begins immediately with two sets of
bells creating an invigorating metallic backdrop.
The intensity continues until a blackout occurs
without warning, shutting power down to the entire
circuit. The simple effect of a water gong creates
the effect of a machine grinding to a halt. The circuit
soon becomes live again as the electron races on.
Absolutely stunning!
10070407 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
10070408 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Elsa's Procession to the CathedralRichard
Wagner/arr. Robert E. Foster Jr. Few works have
had greater impact on audiences than this powerful
selection from grand opera. This arrangement of
the glorious musical procession has been written
so young bands can now perform and experience
this monumental work. A wonderful program
addition, it's also the perfect concert highlight for
combined festival or honor bands and will bring
down the house!
10361439 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10361440 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
March to Concord—Rick Kirby.
An important part of American history comes to life through March to
Concord. The familiar patriotic anthem Chester is woven throughout the
work, coupled with an engaging original melody. This dynamic setting is
both rhythmic and powerful, utilizing a range of variation techniques plus
skillful handling of the percussion section.
10460936 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10460937 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
On the Wing—Jack Wilds.
This tribute to the exhilaration and majesty of flight is a perfect opener for
your next concert. The aggressive opening fanfare provides the catalyst
for the entire work as the music moves through a series of textural shifts.
After a more subdued middle section, the opening music returns once
more in heroic fashion, driving to a thrilling ending.
10459619 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10459620 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Orion's Last Battle—Jonathan McBride.
The mythological story of Orion's deadly battle with the giant scorpion
comes to life in a unique and exciting new work for developing bands.
The peaceful opening presents accidentals, while the action-packed battle
drives forward with its syncopated melodies and unison ostinatos. A
musically rewarding and exciting addition to any developing band library!
10458915 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10458916 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
10466606 CD-Of Time and Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Overture for a New Time—Charles Booker.
This stately overture is a captivating concert work for young band.
It's fresh and extremely musical, from its brass and percussion opening
through the driving, highly melodic development section. An ideal contest/
festival work that will allow every young band to really shine!
10432872 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10432873 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.00
Particles—Michael Sweeney.
This unusual work portrays the transformation of matter from solid
to liquid and ultimately to gas. A single musical theme transforms
throughout, starting with a very rigid and dense opening statement (solid).
The theme is then treated in a lyrical style (liquid), and finally frantic and
energetic as the melodic particles transform into gas. Using unique scoring
techniques, a few aleatoric sections and dramatic percussion effects, this
descriptive work will stir the imagination!
10460938 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10460939 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Photo Finish!—James Swearingen.
From start to finish, be prepared for non-stop musical excitement as the air
crackles with the quick sounds of a circus galop. Every section of the band
will delight in the active and challenging parts of this highly energetic
work. It's the perfect piece for an entertaining program selection or as a
lively encore!
10459047 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10459048 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10466605 CD-Awaken the Greatness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Prelude and Firestorm—Roland Barrett.
Drawing its title from the term "firestorm," this original composition
opens with a slow and mysterious chorale before yielding to relentless
waves of musical firestorms. Each storm builds in intensity before
receding and then rising again in a successive series of escalating
passages, finally reaching a powerful and definitive conclusion.
10453336 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10453337 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Shockwave—Jason Nitsch.
Feel the sonic boom race away from the epicenter of the blast and flood
your concert hall with fury and excitement! This dynamic and heart-
pounding tour de force will energize young musicians everywhere as
they power up and shake the foundation. Explosive!
10459847 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10459848 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Sledding—Greg Danner.
Greg Danner captures all of the innocence and excitement of playing in
the snow with this work for young bands. With its festive sleigh bells,
clever harmonies, and hummable melodies, Sledding is the perfect
addition to your winter concert.
10458493 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10458494 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
Storm Warning!—Robert Sheldon.
The shores of the Great Lakes are infamous for the intense and extremely
violent storms that can seemingly come from nowhere. Experience the
natural beauty and unrelenting force with this musical portrait of the
beautiful lake shore before, and during one of these events.
10453077 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10453137 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Suo Gan—Traditional/arr. Larry Clark.
This Welsh lullaby is a hauntingly beautiful folk song used by many
composers because of its pure and simple beauty. This arrangement
brings out the lush nature of the melody through various harmonic
settings. Breathtaking!
10457114 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10457115 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Tantrum—Matt Conaway.
This musical burst of energy will make bands of all levels sound powerful
and outstanding! Rhythmic and dark, the relentless nature allows every
section to be heard as they create a swirling mass of sound and power.
A strong contender for your next performance!
10458923 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10458924 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
10466605 CD-Awaken the Greatness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
To Absent Friends—R. Christopher Teichler.
It is common to have a toast "to absent friends" at ceremonies or receptions.
While not limited to military functions, it is in this context that the toast
often seems the most special and appropriate. This heartfelt piece is a tribute
to all who have served in the armed forces and are no longer with us.
10453086 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10453146 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Two Variants on "Dives and Lazarus"—Douglas E. Wagner.
A real pleasure to hear, this arrangement effectively draws out the natural
beauty of this memorable melody. The folk tune that's the basis of this
work dates back to 18th century England, and has been a favorite of
generations of listeners. Now you can introduce another generation to this
timeless classic.
10458147 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10458148 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Unleashed—Peter Terry.
Experience the exhilaration and sense of freedom, of breaking free of
restraints, set free with unlimited optimism and energy. The robust spirit
that's musically displayed sends that very same message, raising spirits
and electrifying the atmosphere. Brief lyrical moments give pause just
long enough to catch one's breath before the final push to the finale.
10457128 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10457129 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Whitewater Run—Ed Kiefer.
A musical adventure that sweeps you on a harrowing ride through boiling
rapids, with plenty of twists and turns along the way! Syncopated rhythms
set the mood as you set off, and changes in tempo and instrumentation
indicate changes in the river that you encounter along the way. With one
last burst of energy you fly through the final run for a totally exhilarating
finish to your adventure.
10457130 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10457131 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Zombie Tango—James Meredith.
Zombies are all the craze, showing up in movies on television, and in this
Latin original, on the dance floor. It's a clash of two worlds, the stylish
and elegant tango being danced by two gruesome creatures. It's a fun
selection with numerous opportunities for additional special effects and
added showmanship.
10457136 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10457137 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
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