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n As Winds DanceSamuel Hazo. Here's a breezy,
upbeat tune that makes it easy to teach your
students to play syncopation! The catchy motives
are found in keys that easy to perform for young
students, and of particular note is the scoring for
three clarinet parts, allowing for the differing
abilities of students to play above the break. It's
short and sweet, and lots of fun!
2701338 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
2701339 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.50
n Ascension (Fanfare for Band)James Swear-
ingen. This dramatic work is an excellent choice
to begin that special concert. Dynamic percussion
writing, an introductory fanfare and a noble,
heroic theme will fill the auditorium with glorious
sounds from each and every member of your
ensemble. Masterfully scored, you, your students
and the entire audience will fully appreciate a truly
rewarding performance. A guaranteed winner!
10311840 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 44.00
10311844 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10311952 CD-Soaring Above the Clouds:
Album for the Young. . . . . . 14.95
4 At TwilightTyler S. Grant. The peaceful
melodies of this beautiful lyrical work are an ideal
way to showcase the musicality of your developing
ensemble. Extremely modest ranges allow directors
to focus on line, tone and musical maturity.
Beautiful music that will move your audience
deeply.
10459797 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10459798 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
n AtlantisAnne McGinty. A dramatic and colorful
piece for very young band by acclaimed composer
Anne McGinty. If you liked Prelude To A Festival and
Queenwood Overture, you'll love this!
2166585 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
4834636 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4 Aura Leaarr. Robert W. Smith. This classic
American folk song has inspired generations
of musicians throughout the last two centuries.
This setting allows the melody to be featured
throughout the band as they explore the lyrical
theme in various performance styles. Suitable for
concert and festival performance, this will become
a staple in your repertoire.
10459013 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 44.00
10459014 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10466605 CD-Awaken the Greatness . . 14.95
n Autumn FanfareMekel Rogers. Perform this
robust fanfare as a grand concert opener for your
next program. Composed for younger bands,
the music has few technical demands, allowing
students to focus on developing a full ensemble
sound. The strong melody, dynamic contrasts, and
brisk tempo will make your players sound their best.
10312612 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
10312613 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l Awaken the GreatnessRob Grice. Your
students will enjoy performing music that develops
their sound as they display a warm, rich tone
quality. The inspiring melodies and careful scoring
provides teaching material that will certainly appeal
to performers and audience alike. A beautiful and
dramatic work for intermediate bands!
10459029 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 46.00
10459030 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10466605 CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
l Ballad for BandAlex Hilliard. The simple flowing
melody moves throughout the ensemble providing
everyone the opportunity to play it. The nature of the
work makes it a very musical learning experience,
and in addition, is ideal as a selection for any
contest or festival performance.
10425403 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 46.00
10425405 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n BarrageRobert W. Smith. Just as the title
says, be prepared to experience a barrage of
sound from every section! Starting with a strong
call and response between the wind sections and
percussion, the response is passed around various
sections before coming together for a powerful
ending. It's very playable, with great percussion
parts, and young students will love the intensity!
10094292 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 44.00
10094293 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Battle QuestMike Forbes. You'll think you're
hearing the sounds of a thrilling video game or movie
soundtrack with these vibrant, powerful themes.
However, it is still very playable for developing bands
and will make your group sound musically mature.
10368063 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10368115 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
n Be Still, My Soularr. Robert W. Smith. Seldom
have band arrangements at this level achieved
such musical quality and expression! This beloved
and well-known hymn makes the ideal subject
for this technically easy but musically sensitive
presentation. While written for elementary bands,
the lyrical quality, full chords, and expressive nature
will benefit bands at all levels. Very nice!
10094294 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 42.00
10094295 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l Beat Street StrutKevin Mixon. Spice up your
concert with this unique march written in both
traditional march style as well as "show band" style.
This spirited piece will give students an opportunity
to learn traditional march style as well as the
popular groove and swagger style. A real program
highlight that features two time-honored traditions.
10457024 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10457025 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
l Bobbleheads!Richard L. Saucedo. Here's a
very easy novelty number that captures the fun and
goofiness of bobblehead dolls. With clever visual
and vocal effects, plus some percussion feature
spots, this is sure to be enjoyed by players and
audience alike.
10463381 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10463382 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
BridgesAlan Lee Silva. From the commanding
opening phrase, a regal tone is set in an
Americana style as the full ensemble plays the
introduction with power and energy. The style
then turns to a creative contrast with more
staccato, dance-like articulations but the strong
opening material is never far away, always
returning to everyone's delight. This signature
piece by this accomplished composer will make
a nice addition to your library.
10368066 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10368118 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
l Call Of DutyRobert W. Smith. Inspired by
the heroes of our world, this musical tribute is
an excellent selection for concerts as well as all
ceremonial events. The band will sound well beyond
their years and the percussion will particularly enjoy
their musical contribution, while everyone benefits
from the teaching opportunities throughout. Sure to
be standard repertoire year after year!
10459019 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 44.00
10459020 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10466605 CD-Awaken
the Greatness. . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
l Camden Crossing (Fanfare and March)
Michael Oare. A majestic fanfare is followed by a
tuneful march melody in this beginning-band work.
Even at this easy level there is enough scoring
variety and contrast to keep every band member
interested and engaged!
10427528 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
10427530 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
H
Can-CanJacques Offenbach/arr. O'Reilly.
Offenbach's classic is always a favorite with young
students, and this arrangement presents the well-
known melody in a very authentic way without being
too difficult. Everyone gets a chance to play a bit
of the famous theme, and you'll have fun trying to
keep the tempo under control!
2345205 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
2345213 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l CanticulumMark D. Slater. A beautiful addition
to any concert for first- or second-year bands.
Lovely and well crafted, this lyrical piece for
young bands presents numerous opportunities
for teaching musicianship through phrase shaping
and rubato playing, as well as tension and release
points. A real charmer!
10453112 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10453172 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
l CanzonaJames Curnow. Here is a high-energy
piece that gives your young percussionists a
chance to shine. Curnow employs a wide range
of percussion instruments and effects in this
entertaining and rollicking tour-de-force!
10460944 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10460945 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4 Carpathian CastleMichael Story. Inspired by
"The Castle of the Carpathians," an 1893 novel
by well-known French author Jules Verne, this
overture tells the story of a mysterious castle in
the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania. Opening
with a broad fanfare-like statement, the overture
incorporates flowing melodies and harmonies that
reflect the setting of this literary monolith.
10453283 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
10453284 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Celtic Air and Dance No. 2arr. Michael
Sweeney. Written in a style similar to the popular
Celtic Air and Dance, here is another terrific
setting of Celtic tunes arranged for very young
bands. This arrangement opens with a beautiful
and flowing version of the familiar air Danny Boy.
The setting concludes with the lively Star of the
County Down featuring the percussion section
and a dance-like melody.
10051844 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10051845 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10052879 CD-The Music of Michael Sweeney,
Volume 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
4 Celtic Air and March (Songs of Irish Rebellion)
arr. Michael Sweeney. Here are two contrasting
melodies associated with centuries of Irish
conflict and turmoil. The haunting ballad The
Foggy Dew, composed shortly after the Easter
Rising of 1916, is followed by the inspirational
march The Minstrel Boy, from the Irish Rebellion
of 1798. A great-sounding piece for young
players, with an historical connection!
10460948 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10460949 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l ChesterWilliam Billings/arr. Bill Calhoun. This
popular American Revolutionary War anthem is
given special treatment in this setting for beginning
band. A march-like introduction begins, followed by
an antiphonal statement of the main theme. This
transitions to a chorale setting of the melody, before
ending as it began with the march. A great way to
present this song that is so historically important in
our country's history.
10457032 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10457033 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Chorale Elega'ntElena Roussanova Lucas.
Very original and expressive, you'll appreciate the
writing style of this composer. Beautiful melodies
and lush harmonies flow effortlessly throughout the
ensemble. A most musical chorale selection.
10014987 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
10014988 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
l Civil War Echoesarr. Robert Longfield. Here is
an appealing medley for young players that opens
and closes with Taps. The tender ballad, Tenting on
the Old Campground, provides lyric contrast before
closing with the rousing spiritul, Free at Last.
10460946 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10460947 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Clash of WarriorsRob Grice. Forceful and
scored for confidence! This overture lets young
performers produce big sounds and grab the
attention of your audience. Because the parts
are scored thickly, this works amazingly well with
incomplete instrumentation, even if you only have
treble clef instruments in your band. If you need an
accessible yet bold overture to open your concert,
look no further!
10012393 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 42.00
10012394 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
H CloudsAnne McGinty. A unique, descriptive
work that depicts different types of clouds. Using
cluster chords and an aleatoric thunderstorm in
your percussion section, your students will have a
lot of fun with this one.
2298610 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
2298628 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
5935754 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance In Beginning Band,
Vol. 1, 3-CD Set . . . . . . . . . 39.50
n Colliding VisionsBrian Balmages. A beautiful
melody and lovely suspensions begin this well-
written work. Playful themes then set the tone for a
bright allegro section. The two styles collide as the
allegro abruptly ends as the opening theme returns
and then fades to a whisper.
10091607 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
10091608 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
n Comet RideBrian Balmages. Captivate your
audience as your band grabs a ride on a comet!
This is sophisticated music for young bands, yet
accessible within their abilities. It tells a cosmic
story, from the initial sighting, to the vigorous
comet ride, to moments when the voyagers are
struck by the sheer beauty and awe of being
amongst the stars. What wonderful music to spark
your band's imagination!
10008909 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 55.00
10008910 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
ConvictionLarry Clark. Incorporating a tuneful
melody with contemporary harmonies, this fresh,
sophisticated piece will have young players
performing with great confidence. Showcase
their musicianship by including this work on their
next concert.
10312414 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10316822 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
n Creature FeatureRob Romeyn. A young
concert band showstopper that will be the hit of
any first-year program! Each section gets to play
memorable melodic themes in this spooky, catchy
novelty tune. The sounds may be scary, but it's all
delightful fun!
10369234 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 44.00
10369235 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
H The CrossingsRobert Sheldon. Playable
yet challenging for growing musicians, Robert
Sheldon's bright overture is a fine choice for
concert and festival programming! Concepts
reinforced include accents, staccato, phrasing,
and dynamics, yet it won't go beyond the
technical abilities of your young band. Accessible
to bands with limited instrumentation. Very nice!
2417384 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
2417392 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
5764550 CD-Equinox . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Concert and
Contest Selections
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Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Tambora!—William Owens.
10369911 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10369949 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Epic—Larry Clark.
10368065 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10368065E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . 50.00
10368117 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Appalachian Folk Dance—Robert W. Smith.
10369209 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 42.00
10369210 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Colliding Visions—Brian Balmages.
10091607 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10091608 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Scorpion!—Richard L. Saucedo.
10373878 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10373878E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . 45.00
10373879 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
The Tempest—Robert W. Smith.
2321453 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 55.00
2321453E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . 55.00
2321461 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Creature Feature—Rob Romeyn.
10369234 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 44.00
10369235 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
All Through the Night—arr. Rob Romeyn.
10369205 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 44.00
10369206 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Battle Quest—Mike Forbes.
10368063 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10368063E Band Set & Score ePrint . . . . 50.00
10368115 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
In the Court of the King—
Randall D. Standridge.
10364958 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10364973 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
