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4 Carolina's MajestyDavid Shaffer. All the
grace and beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains
are effectively captured in this wonderfully
descriptive selection. Opening dialogue between
brass fanfares and lyrical woodwind statements
develop into a sweeping work of monumental
proportions. Both majestic and expansive, it will
prove to be an excellent choice for any concert or
contest setting.
10458959 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 78.00
10458960 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
10458961 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
4 Carrickfergusarr. Patrick Roszell. This Irish
folksong, named after the town of Carrickfergus
in Northern Ireland, is beautiful, nostalgic and
lush. This intimate arrangement with ample cross-
cueing is an excellent tool to teach phrasing and
legato playing, while paying tribute to this colorful
land. A musically beautiful moment for your
concert or contest!
10453285 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 70.00
10453286 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00
4 Cedar Canyon SketchesCarol Chambers.
Sit back and let your ears take you on a journey
through the Texas Hill Country. You'll hear the
tranquil sounds of nighttime, take a bumpy ride
across the plains, and visualize the grandeur
of a picturesque sunset. You'll hear all these
reminders of a time long ago in this highly
descriptive piece.
10457030 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 90.00
10457031 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 15.00
Celebration and SongRobert Sheldon. With
a rhythmic drive and tuneful melody, this concert
overture engages the listener from the first
measure. Colorful scoring and tasteful percussion
bring the opening section to life. A plaintive and
contrasting lyrical section follows, featuring solos
and soaring accompaniment lines. The original
theme returns and brings the piece to a close with
a thrilling high-energy conclusion.
10066544 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
10068611 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
H Celtic RitualJohn Higgins. The unique, instantly
recognizable flavor of Celtic music is the basis of
this effective piece of program music. John Higgins'
flair for writing captivating music really comes
through in this one!
2385268 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
2385276 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
5983161 CD-The Music of
John Higgins . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Celtic VoyageMelanie Donahue. Inspired by the
history of the Irish immigrants, this Celtic-flavored
piece expresses the feelings experienced in their
trek to the new world. Beginning with the sound of
ocean drums in the background, a solo flute plays
the main theme. As the piece develops, the theme
changes to represent hardships, the journey to
America and the climactic arrival and first glimpse of
the Statue of Liberty. A moving and touching work.
10068619 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 52.00
10068621 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
H
ChanteysRobert Sheldon. Don't miss this
striking original composition! All of the jaunty,
dance-like quality and the lyrical melodic
character of the traditional sea chantey is
brought to bear in this dynamic, colorful selection
for concert bands! Punctuated with exciting
percussion, soaring horn lines and woodwind
flourishes, this will show off your band in a very
positive light! Highest recommendations!
2442200 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
2442218 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
4 Cheaha SketchesPatrick Roszell. Reflecting
many of the composer's childhood memories
growing up in the deep South, this work will evoke
childhood memories from all who hear it. Original,
folk-style melodies along with contemporary
harmonies make this a fascinating contest or
concert program addition.
10453287 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
10453288 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Children's March (Over The Hills And Far
Away)Percy Grainger/arr. Wagner. Jaunty and
thoroughly delightful describes this well-known
Grainger work that continues to be an audience
favorite. Douglas Wagner has scored this abridged
version for developing bands while retaining
the integrity of Grainger's original composition.
Whimsical rhythms and unique tonal colors
make this a superb choice for concert or contest
programs. A classic!
2440170 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 70.00
2440188 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
H Chorale and Shaker Dance IIJohn Zdechlik.
What a welcome addition to Grade 3 band literature!
Scored by the composer himself, John Zdechlik has
taken his famous original work, Chorale And Shaker
Dance and recast it in a format playable by Grade 3
bands. You'll still work on it a lot but the work you
put into it will be repaid many times over!
2216554 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 65.00
2216562 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
ChoreographyRobert Sheldon. Written in
overture form, the piece draws its inspiration from
dance movements found in contemporary stage,
ballet and theatrical productions. Fast-paced
angular gestures accompanied by rapid rhythmical
punctuations provide a thrilling opening before
yielding to a contrasting lyrical section with long,
flowing lines that offer many opportunities for
expressive playing. The infectious beat patterns
and memorable melodic content combine to make
this an excellent concert opener.
10068634 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
10068635 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00
l Colonial SongPercy Aldridge Grainger/arr.
Douglas E. Wagner. This well-crafted edition of the
band repertoire classic is abridged and condensed,
but has been left in the original key with all of
Grainger's main themes and textures. The unique
instrumental colorings of the original are presented
in this very playable scoring for high school and
more advanced middle school bands. A great way
to introduce the music of this important composer
to a wide range of audiences and performers.
10453293 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 70.00
10453294 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00
l Color JamTimothy Loest. This short three
movement work cleverly explores the relationship
between color and emotion. Red - The Color of Hot
is set in a fiery funk style. The second movement,
Blue - The Color of Cool, is an easy swing with a fun
"dixie" section to feature a few of your top players.
Yellow - The Color of Light features an energetic
multi-meter melody that explores optimism and
illumination. A wealth of styles and teaching
opportunities in a single piece!
10459803 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10459804 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
4 Come Thou Fount of Every Blessingarr.
Randall Standridge. The arranger chose this
reverent, yet somewhat sad-sounding hymn
to arrange for band in honor of the life and
influence of his grandmother, who passed away
in 2012. Moving from moments of quiet beauty
though hugely magnificent waves of sound, this
powerful arrangement is a great example of the
expressiveness and power that can be achieved by
a fine concert band work. The final statement of the
hymn tune melody by a solo clarinet wraps up this
memorable hymn tune arrangement in a reverent,
quiet way.
10457934 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 70.00
10457935 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
H Come, Sweet Death (Komm, Susser Tod)
J. S. Bach/arr. Reed. One of the most widely
performed of all chorales. The richness of texture,
flowing lines and deep feeling exhibited by this
magnificent work make it a superb addition to any
band library.
987073 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 48.00
4824991 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
5972757 CD-Beyond the Horizon. . . . 14.95
2391902 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance In Band, Vol. 1
3-CD Set: Grades 2-3. . . . . 39.50
Commemoration OvertureRobert Sheldon.
Grandiose and epic music, just what you'd expect
for heralding important events. Fanfares and
majestic themes contribute to the noble character
to this commemorative piece, while soaring
lines and heartfelt harmonies lend moments of
contrasting lyricism.
10360949 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
10360950 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00
4 ConsolationNoah D. Taylor. Consolation is
chorale-like and passionately evokes the emotions
one endures when they find a source of comfort
in a time of suffering or grief. Representing the
complex emotions of the human condition, are
juxtapositioned moments of quiet solace, building
tension, and immense emotional release.
10458505 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10458506 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 12.00
CounterbalanceTodd Stalter. This clever and
creative work is extremely exciting! Follow the music
as it takes you through a world of musical opposites:
long against short, soft against loud, high against
low, smooth against angular. It all combines for a
burst of pure energy on your next concert!
10360953 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
10360954 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
n Crescent MeadowRob Romeyn. Inspired
by California's Sequoia National Park, whose
breathtaking vistas unfold in the beautiful and
lyric sounds. Flute and clarinet solo fragments
invoke vivid imagery of this beautiful meadow, after
which a short section of contrasting style leads to a
dramatic final statement. The work then subsides,
ending as it began, with uncommon sensitivity.
Ideal for young band repertoire.
10280529 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 68.00
10280530 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Critical MassTodd Stalter. An explosion
of sound sets off a chain reaction in this
combustible work! As it launches forward, small
melodic fragments grow and expand outward and
upward creating a powerful work that closes with
a nuclear finish!
10093399 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
10093400 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
n Crown ImperialWilliam Walton/arr. Bocook.
Jay Bocook has created an accessible version of a
band classic with this superb rescoring of Walton's
regal march. The musical pageantry and thrilling
strains have been carefully arranged for playability
by most groups. Not only is this an excellent contest
piece, but it's an ideal graduation processional.
2406650 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
2406668 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
H
Cumberland CrossCarl Strommen. You'll
really get a nice sound with this one! Carl's original
work explores the rich American folk style in two
sections. The first has broad, moving harmonies
under a Shenandoah-like melody, and the second
a lively dance reminiscent of Copland. Cumberland
Cross is not too difficult, yet very impressive!
2319515 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
2319523 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
5976280 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance In Band, Vol. 4
4-CD Set: Grades 2-3. . . . . 49.50
Cut to the ChaseTodd Stalter. A most
appropriate title that in popular jargon means to
get to the point, and fast! In this work, the melodic
fragments dart around the band as if everyone is
being chased or is chasing something. The frantic
action pauses for a slow, romantic section, as if to
catch one's breath before the chase resumes for a
dash to the finish!
10305672 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 52.00
10305673 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
CycloneMichael Oare. The power and intensity
of our ever-changing marine environment is
portrayed in this descriptive work for young players.
A simple melodic motif along with syncopated
rhythmic energy effectively depicts the power
of nature's most violent storms. After a calm,
yet foreboding introduction, the mood quickly
transforms as the storm draws near. Thundering
bass drum rolls and driving rhythmic and melodic
ostinatos highlight dynamic and textural contrasts
that sweep into the bold and exciting conclusion.
10348132 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10348133 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
A valuable ideas for recruiting!
Be Part of
the Band
The Band Director's Total
Recruitment Solution
Scott Lang. Student recruitment
is one of the most critical and
overlooked parts of a band
director's job. Limited time and
dwindling resources make it harder
to effectively communicate to
students and parents that band
is a life-changing activity. Here is
a dual disc, multimedia resource
for recruiting current and future
students and parents.
10348635 CD-ROM/DVD . . . . . . 24.95