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l Strong, Mighty, PowerfulGary Gazlay. Inspired
by the Latin word "validus," composer Gary Gazlay
brings us Strong, Mighty, Powerful, an inspiring and
poignant aural journey. Timpani and low brass set a
deliberate pace in the opening of this stirring piece.
The first motif alternates with a lilting theme shared
by woodwinds and brass, and all the elements
coalesce in a rousing third section.
10523419 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Sword of FireRob Romeyn. Harness the
endless energy of beginning band students
with this dynamic selection! After an explosive
introduction, each section of the band is
presented with interesting melodic material to
perform. With a section of contrasting style,
this contest or festival selection presents
valuable teaching opportunities for dynamic
shaping and style. Exceptional beginning
band literature!
10459031 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10459032 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10466605 CD-Awaken The Greatness . . 14.95
n Tambora!William Owens. The eruption of
Mount Tambora in 1815 was the largest ever
recorded. As the work opens, the music evokes
the power and majesty of the great mountain.
Boisterous percussion, along with stomping and
clapping, represent the massive volcanic blasts as
the piece concludes. This is imaginative writing that
will grab your students' attention!
10369911 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10369949 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
H
The TempestRobert W. Smith. This exciting
work is guaranteed to make your beginners sound
like pros! The brass has a strong, rugged sound
underneath rhythmic woodwind ostinatos, and the
piece easily comes together to display all the fury
of a tempest! This would make a great opener for
any young band concert, and your audience will
be amazed at how good The Tempest makes your
group sound!
2321453 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 56.00
2321461 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
3107224 CD-Divine Comedy. . . . . . . . . 19.95
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The Tenth PlanetMichael Story. If you direct a
band at the very easy level, you'll want to seriously
consider this work! The idea of a possible tenth
planet in our solar system excites the imagination.
Here, the concept is depicted musically by
moments of floating tranquility and bold themes
full of the daring of space exploration. It's amazing
what a fabulous effect is achieved here with such
technically easy parts. A riveting overture and very
highly recommended!
2472282 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
2472283 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
4 Thunder DrumsDavid Shaffer. Written as a
conversation between winds and percussion, the
flowing melodies of the winds are answered by
intense percussive punctuations. As implied by
the title, the many voices of the percussion section
- metallic, pitched, and battery - are utilized to
maximum effect.
10522801 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 44.00
10522802 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10522861 CD-Look to the Skies . . . . . . . 14.95
4 ThunderstruckSean O'Loughlin. The title best
describes how your audiences will react to this
exceedingly impressive piece. The music is bold
from the outset and has the overall sound of a
great movie soundtrack. Contrasting dynamics and
creative musical ideas weave a colorful tapestry of
sound everyone will love.
10521984 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10521985 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
n Triton Fanfare (A Celebratory Statement for
Band)Robert W. Smith. Your band will sound
mature beyond their years when they perform this
sparkling concert opener! From the use of 3/4
meter to tri-tones, the number three is used as a
creative seed. The flowing melodies combined with
fanfare flourishes are instrumental in making this a
valuable concert work for young bands.
10050183 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10050185 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10050223 CD-The Distant Castle . . . . . . 14.95
l UnbrokenPeter Terry. A dramatic piece for
young band based around a short fanfare figure
contrasted with lyric, musical woodwind lines.
Inspiring music infused with dramatic tension for a
truly engrossing work with an important message.
10521990 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Voodoo DanceElliot Del Borgo. Mysterious
and varied percussion writing highlights this
dramatic work; there's enough going on to keep
all of your drummers busy! Driven by all of that
percussion is a powerful composition in minor
mode. Technically, the piece is very accessible
for students at this level, offering you the chance
to develop the more musical aspects of the piece.
A great piece for contest use!
2418069 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 56.00
2418077 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
The Water is Widearr. Vince Gassi. The lyrics
for this beautiful folk song date back to the 1600s,
and has maintained its popularity to this day. The
simple melody and placid harmony provide a great
opportunity for young musicians to explore the
expressive nature of their performance.
10453101 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10453161 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
4 Whirling NovasJack Wilds. Buckle up and
take your audience on a flight into the turbulent
heart of a nebula! Booming percussion and
sparkling woodwind lines conjure images of
celestial bodies spinning and crashing together in
the chaos of an interstellar star factory. Fabulous
music for young musicians!
10521031 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10521032 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l
The Wooden ClockGary P. Gilroy. Students in
the early stages of musical development will learn
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. 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. A clever and creative
programming selection.
10508793 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10508794 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
l The Woodwork FactoryMekel Rogers.
A very different selection for your next concert!
This piece uses a variety of wooden percussion
instruments to evoke the mechanical operations of
a woodworking shop. Easy rhythms layer together
to create a complex web of percussion colors while
wind players give wonderful stylistic and dynamic
contrasts. A composition that sounds a lot more
difficult than it is to play, this piece will leave a
great impression on students and audiences alike.
10521027 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10521028 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
n ZiaWilliam Owens. Explore the mystical history
of the Zia Pueblo Indians in this stalwart work. The
mysterious solo at the beginning can be played on
the recorder to give authenticity to the music. The
steadfast "march" section is rich in harmony, while
tribal drums and maracas add to the excitement.
Beautiful and intriguing!
10459615 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10459616 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Concert and
Contest Selections
Easy
...And GoodnightChris M. Bernotas. The
famous Brahms Lullaby inspired this wonderfully
lyric work and hints of it are heard throughout.
With its modest ranges and rhythmic patterns,
you'll have ample time to teach valuable musical
concepts such as phrasing, tuning, balance,
dynamics, and most of all, expression.
10453079 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10453139 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
l 1812 Overture (Highlights from)arr. Robert
Longfield. This perennial concert favorite by
Tchaikovsky has been expertly arranged for concert
band by Robert Longfield. It can stand alone as a
grade 3 composition, or it can be performed in a
mass band setting by using the supplementary
grade 1 and grade 2 sets of parts (sold separately).
Percussionists will have a "blast" emulating cannon
sounds and church bells.
10523399 Band Set & Score Grade 3 . . . 65.00
10523400 Band Set & Score Grade 2 . . . 55.00
10523401 Band Set & Score Grade 1 . . . 45.00
n Abandoned Treasure HuntRob Grice. This
exciting new work captures the thrill of a treasure
hunt and the mystery of the seas. A beginning
lyrical statement represents the abandoned island.
Our treasure hunt then begins with driving rhythms
and dynamic effects. Filled with musicality and
excitement, it's fun and educational for all!
10050191 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10050193 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10050223 CD-The Distant Castle . . . . . . 14.95
n Abington RidgeEd Huckeby. This is nice! With
a bold opening theme reminiscent of the American
"Wild West," this spirited yet easy overture by Ed
Huckeby will present your young band in a most
positive light either in concert or at contest!
2211001 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
2211019 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
5972758 CD-Dreamscape . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
n Above and Beyond (A Triumphant Fanfare
for Band)James Swearingen. If you're
searching for an exciting opener, look no more.
From the first measure to the last, you'll discover
dramatic-sounding melodies that are creatively
scored against a background of bold rhythms and
contemporary harmonies. This piece has all the
elements needed to make it popular for many years
to come.
10280771 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10280772 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10291167 CD-Above and Beyond . . . . . . 14.95
n Above the WorldRob Grice. Innovative as well
as creative, this will motivate young players as well
as stimulate their imaginations. This is impressive
writing at this grade level in the way it effectively
conveys the feeling of soaring through the air.
10031965 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10031966 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10035359 CD-Extreme! . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Academic Festival Overture, Op. 80
Johannes Brahms/arr. Michael Story. Both lyrical
and exciting, this arrangement contains several
of the best known themes of this classic work.
Generous cues allow adjustments for incomplete
instrumentation so all groups can perform this
successfully. This brilliant adaptation will allow
young musicians to experience the music of this
famous composer.
10364145 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10364146 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n Adagio for WindsLarry Daehn. Here's a
hymn-like slower work that is stunningly simple.
It's the perfect choice to fill that quiet place in
your concert program. If you're concerned about
your band being able to perform a slower work
for an extended period, don't. This is short
and very, very sweet, with a duration of just over
two minutes.
2479654 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 60.00
2482051 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
n Adrenaline EnginesRandall D. Standridge.
Thundering percussion, driving rhythms,
memorable melodies and frenetic energy are
unrelenting in this rip-roaring sonic adventure.
Meter changes enhance the pace while dynamics
and expression add character to the music. This will
be a sure-fire winner with your band and audience!
10093908 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
10093911 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
4 The Adventure Begins!Matt Conaway.
Uplifting and celebratory, this charming concert
work is a sure hit for concert or festival programing.
The quiet beginning quickly builds to a powerful
rhythmic statement, weaving through a variety of
melodic settings before settling down again for the
serene and quiet conclusion.
10522725 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10522726 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
10522860 CD-The Adventure Begins . . . 14.95
AdversaryLarry Clark. The main character
of this epic piece in a minor key is the villainous
antagonist that appears in most great stories. The
added dimension of 3/4 time gives the music an
intriguing rhythmic feel, while the full texture never
taxes the abilities of young bands. In this case, the
bad guy is a definite winner!
10312437 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10312441 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
African AdventureRobert Sheldon. The
mysterious continent of Africa becomes the
destination for your young musicians and the
audience with this tuneful and rhythmic offering.
The tribal Swahili beat and authentic-sounding
harmonies will provide a colorful and vibrant
moment at your next concert.
10279892 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 49.00
10279893 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
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