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WIJ Complete Catalog 2015-16

Christmas Musicals for Church

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2015-2016 Wingert-Jones Publications Complete Catalog All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject to Revision 6 Archers of the Forbidden Forest Joseph Eidson. Easy Imagine a dark forest filled with unspeakable danger where moving shadows could be a stray branch or hidden danger waiting to strike. Protecting us are the brave souls on horseback that can be heard riding to the rescue with heroic fanfare- like melodies announcing their approach. Adventurous melodies combine with galloping rhythms to drive away the danger for a grand and victorious ending. 3017041 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3017042 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Defenders of the Wall Gary P. Gilroy. Easy An exhilarating tale of bold and heroic warriors from an ancient and imaginary world, sworn to defend their country against fearsome invaders from unimaginable far-off lands. The dramatic sounds are captivating as various musical scenes unfold in vivid fashion. A noble call to duty, ominous sounds of an approaching enemy, fierce battles and victorious sounds of celebration - all are present in this musical display of courage and duty. 3017241 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3017242 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Dragon Flight Darren W. Jenkins. Easy Dragon Flight is a musical work intended to depict the flight of these wondrous, mythical animals. With a soaring musical theme and driving ostinato pattern, one can sense the feeling of wonder as these giant creatures glide through the air in full regal splendor. 3016961 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3016962 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Fire Dance Ritual Robert E. Foster, Jr. Easy Here's a piece for young bands that's written expressly for concert and festival performances. Programmatic and exciting, it opens with the hypnotic and entrancing ritual, colorfully highlighted with a variety of percussion instruments. The suspenseful atmosphere builds slowly, growing in intensity before bursting into the volatile fire dance that drives to an explosive finale. 3016971 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3016972 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 The Great Gate of Kiev arr. Robert E. Foster, Jr. Easy The Great Gate of Kiev is the final movement of the great orchestral work "Pictures at an Exhibition" by the Russian composer, Modest Moussorgsky. It was originally written for piano, but was orchestrated into a classic for symphony orchestra by the French composer, Maurice Ravel. Now young players in band have the opportunity to experience the thrill of playing this epic work with this bold and impressive setting for young bands. 3016981 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3016982 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 March of the Minions David Gorham. Easy Cute, quirky and totally entertaining, this clever march really stands out from the crowd. Accents placed in unexpected places, easy time changes and a catchy melody are assembled together for a truly unique march. It's rich in educational value, while being fun for young musicians and their audiences. 3016941 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3016942 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Night Flight David Gorham. Easy For centuries human kind has been drawn to the night skies and the many mysteries hidden in the vast expanse of darkness. The evocative sounds of this imaginative work portray those feelings of suspense as we look up into the dark and imagine what may be out there waiting, just beyond our sight. 3016951 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3016952 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Rockin' Out with Old Saint Nick arr. Robert E. Foster, Jr. Easy Audiences and players alike will have a rockin' good time welcoming the holiday season with this fresh and spirited version of this holiday classic. You'll recognize several bits and snippets of other favorite Christmas selections sprinkled throughout this musical celebration of the season. 3016991 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3016992 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Sing Hi Down arr. Barry E. Kopetz. Easy The original title of this charming folk song is The Two Little Sisters, and it contains a chant-like phrase "sing hi down." This particular lyric is sung with great energy as it carries much of the joy that prevails throughout the song. After a majestic introduction, the piece begins in earnest at a brisk tempo with the melody combined with a lively off-beat accompaniment. Arpeggios emphasize the "sing hi down" portion of the theme and are followed by a brief dance-like interlude that leads to the close, capturing the essence of this joyful tune. 3017261 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3017262 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Zombie Nation Robert E. Foster, Jr. Easy This is fun and creepy music that pays tribute to these gruesome creatures that have brought thrills and chills through books, movies and television. Their popularity has only grown and in the battle for world supremacy they now take over the concert stage, making us a true Zombie Nation! 3017031 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 3017032 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00 Creepy Crawley Critters Earl J. Fox, Jr. Very Easy Creepy Crawley Critters is an entertaining piece that beginning bands will enjoy playing; clarinets don't cross the break, and ranges are within the limits of first- year players. The overall effect is one of a small bug crawling or flying around, annoying the members of the band. The use of ratchet and slapstick adds to the entertainment factor and makes it additional fun for percussion students. For even more entertainment value, you may want to consider conducting with a fly swatter or providing several swatters to students to use when they have rests. 3016901 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 3016902 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.00 Flashpoint Brendan Van Epps. Very Easy This highly energetic work for beginner and developing bands captures the explosive nature of a flash point, the temperature at which combustible vapors ignite when exposed to flame. Students have the opportunity to work on articulation and dynamics, while young percussionists have many interesting and appealing parts to draw their interest. A real stand out on first year programs. 3016911 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 3016912 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.00 Rockin' Through the Snow arr. Gary P. Gilroy. Very Easy Composed for young musicians to perform in their very first concert, an old favorite, Jingle Bells is presented with an upbeat and decidedly different twist. It's a fun variation that provides young players with limited skills a spirited performance of this well known Christmas carol. Sure to be a popular programming selection for that very special first concert. 3016931 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 3016932 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.00 The Wooden Clock Gary P. Gilroy. Very Easy The Wooden Clock was composed for students in the early stages of musical development and employs basic rhythms and techniques in a creative and fun manner. Keeping time as a musician is essential, and this clever work reminds young musicians of that important responsibility in music making. Wood blocks are also used to mimic the ticking of a clock, and the entire band gets involved as they whisper "tick, tock, tick, tock" in several places. 3016921 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00 3016922 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.00 New! Achievement Series New! Early Achievement Series

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