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The Adventures of Kid Cam, the Rocketman!—
David R. Holsinger.
This exciting, energetic work comes from Holsinger's "GrandKid
Suite," in which he has captured his grandson's obsession with
anything that flies - be it airplane, helicopter, or...super hero!
After a bold, dramatic opening, the soaring super hero theme takes
off. Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Kid Cam,
the Rocketman!
10449126 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10449128 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Alchemy—Andrew Boysen, Jr.
An alchemist combines two metals in an attempt to make gold.
Composer Andrew Boysen, Jr. combines two disparate musical
ideas - a chorale and a rhythmic allegro - creating an exciting new
musical element in Alchemy.
10458613 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10458614 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
All the Pretty Little Horses—arr. Andrew Boysen, Jr.
The second movement of "Three Folk Song Settings for Band,"
this hauntingly beautiful setting provides a lyrical contrast to
the two outer movements. The touching lullaby, thought to be
of African-American origin, is displayed in a way that is both
memorable and well crafted.
10453121 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10453181 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Aquatica—Scott Watson.
Prepare yourself for a journey to a mysterious, tranquil imaginary
world deep under the sea. The composition opens with dream-
like beauty as you float in a serene lake, a calm sea, or an eerie
underwater scene. A brief, meditative transition suddenly bursts
into a spirited theme that will have you racing through the waves,
playfully skimming the water in a fun-filled dash to shore!
10453131 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10453191 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Bright Gleams a Beacon—David R. Gillingham.
In celebration of the 150th anniversary of Kansas State
University, Gillingham used fragments of the school's alma mater
to craft a delightful and challenging work at the medium level.
Bright Gleams a Beacon is sure to be a memorable experience for
students and audience members alike.
10458501 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00
10458502 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00
Burn—Roland Barrett.
This one is a real barn burner! This original contemporary and high
powered overture will introduce your group in grand style. You can
be sure it will draw both attention and acclaim from your audience.
10453279 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10453280 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Chase the Shouting Wind—Vince Gassi.
Strap yourself in and get ready to take to the skies! Inspired by the
poem High Flight, by pilot John Gillespie Magee, Jr., this thrilling
work will have you soaring through the clouds in no time. You'll
experience the exhilaration and freedom of flight as the music
propels you through the atmosphere on wings of sound.
10453135 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10453195 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Crosslands—Rossano Galante.
Creating a musical representation of Earth's grand vistas and
landscapes, this opens with a quiet delicate theme that is pastoral and
reflective. Building to a bold heroic theme, the music then subsides
quietly, concluding this beautifully descriptive work for winds.
10460875 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10460878 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
The Exultant Heart—Jess Turner.
Joyous and uplifting, this work is sure to highlight any program.
Featured is a lively dance, alluding to a rustic wedding dance, this
selection is delightfully complimented with drum and tambourine.
After a thrilling climax, the theme returns in a chorale-like setting
while the dance continues over it, gradually settling down as
chimes improvise, like church bells fading in the distance. A great
addition to concert or festival literature.
10449872 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10449872E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10449873 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Fanfare and Call to the Post—Richard L. Saucedo.
Composed as a tribute to legendary racehorse and 2006 Kentucky
Derby winner, Barbaro, this work for mature ensembles
captures the excitement and pageantry of race day at the track.
Rhythmically dynamic from start to finish, this is a perfect opener
for festival or concert use.
10463309 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10463312 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Fanfare: A Vision and a Dream—Ryan Nowlin.
This dazzling fanfare combines energetic woodwinds and soaring
brass into an uplifting and hopeful opener for any concert program!
10458623 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10458624 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Glorious Journey—Charles L. Booker.
Written and dedicated to a well respected band director, the
composer captures the passion, dedication and enthusiasm for
teaching that was displayed daily. Reflected in the slow section
of the piece, are the optimism, sensitivity, musicality and utmost
concern shown toward students in their everyday life and musical
development. After returning to the opening section, the piece
then ends in a fiery coda.
10459477 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185.00
10459479 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
10459478 Full Score Oversized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
Into the Sunset—Matt Conaway.
Dynamic, energetic and uplifting, this brilliant work pays tribute
to a respected administrator's years of service to the education
profession. Subtle soundtrack influences blend with vibrant tone
colors and driving rhythms to create a memorable experience for
your next festival or concert program.
10458989 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78.00
10458990 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
10458991 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
10466609 CD-Into the Sunset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Ludlow—Roland Barrett.
The tragic events involving organized labor, known as the Ludlow
massacre of 1914, served as the catalyst for this original epic
work. Opening with the building of tension between factions, the
intense and contemporary work then depicts the fourteen hour
battle and its aftermath, concluding with a musical statement of
hope and resolution.
10453316 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85.00
10453317 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
Overture to a New Horizon—Robert Sheldon.
This tuneful and effervescent piece was inspired by the passion
and energy of the New Horizons Band movement that's sweeping
the country. Countless adult "beginners" have discovered the
enjoyment of music-making and this piece reflects the dedication
and joy that's experienced in making music together.
10453125 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10453185 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Pulse—Randall Standridge.
An unrelenting sense of rhythm and forward motion characterizes
this exciting opener. Inspired by the painting techniques of
the pointillism movement, the exciting themes, minimalistic
techniques and creative textural effects all combine to create a
significant work that will be an outstanding opener or closer to
any concert or festival program.
10459843 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
10459844 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Reese's Summer Day—David R. Holsinger.
Here is another exciting work from Holsinger's "GrandKid Suite."
Written for his grandaughter Jacquelyn, whose days are full of
family and friends, doting adults and just a wee bit of drama with
her little brother, this selection combines them into the perfect
recipe for one super summer day after another! The music itself is
very Grainger-esque, like a lazy summer afternoon!
10459254 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10459255 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Seven Hills Overture—John Fannin.
Start your next performance with this robust work for a
resounding opening statement! This exciting fanfare utilizes
shifting meters to create a light, happy groove and spirited
introduction for your band.
10453133 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
10453193 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Shock Wave—Gary D. Ziek.
Driven by a constant sense of propulsion and rippling waves of
motion, this piece is aptly titled. The initial shock is provided by
the percussion, leading to a tension filled section with multiple
layers of sound scattered throughout the ensemble. Each new
entrance is accompanied by solo percussion, building musical
pressure to a frenzied, swirling conclusion with the percussion
providing one final "aftershock" for a resounding finish.
10449866 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10449866E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10449867 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Sky Bound—Todd Stalter.
Inspired by a poem by an ancient Persian poet, this work
celebrates the triumph of the human spirit. The imagery of
ascension is evident in the rising musical motives, and the energy
and drive of the music concludes with an affirmation of hope.
10453132 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10453192 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Starlight—David Gorham.
Display a broad pallet of sonic colors in your concert hall. A light
and spritely opening evokes images of darkening night skies as
one by one the stars appear. Soon, as with the ever growing stars,
the instrumentation grows into an expansive landscape, filling the
halls with sounds as colorful and full as a clear starry night. Then,
just as it started, the sounds begin to fall off, gradually fading out
just as the stars before the approaching day. Stunningly beautiful!
10449870 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10449870E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10449871 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Stella Maris—Samuel R. Hazo.
This was composed as a memorial piece for a beloved teacher
and friend. Tender melodies and lush harmonies combine in this
moving, lyrical work for mature ensembles. An emotional and
rewarding work!
10460862 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10460863 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Themes from "An Outdoor Overture"—
Aaron Copland/arr. James Curnow.
A marvelous adaption of the landmark original work for concert
band. Featuring the primary themes in a concise, yet bold and
appealing format, it's a great example of Copland in his prime
with its buoyant themes and sense of optimism and joy.
10460880 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10460881 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Triumph of the Argonauts—Robert Sheldon.
Tell the story of this epic adventure in ancient times! This
triumphant piece was inspired by the legendary journey of Jason
and his crew as they overcame numerous challenges during their
quest to capture the Golden Fleece.
10453120 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.00
10453180 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Unquiet Spirits—John Mackey.
The third movement from "The Soul Has Many Motions," this
delightful work begins quietly, like a spectre taking shape from
a cloud of mist. Soon, the music begins swirling, changing to
a charming, yet somewhat haunting waltz infectious with its
rhythmic and lilting style. It then concludes as it began, slowly
and gradually diminishing, disappearing quietly into the air.
10466620 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120.00
10466621 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00
Villages—Michael Sweeney.
Calling for the band to be divided into four separate ensembles,
representing four villages, this original explores a wide range
of harmonic and rhythmic interplay. Innovative in concept,
this stunning work will expose your students and audiences to
dramatically new sounds for band!
10460873 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85.00
10460874 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
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