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l OlympiansRob Foster. Limited ranges, safe
doublings, and even an opportunity to let the
percussion section shine make this perfect for your
first concert. It captures the spirit of the Olympics
with grade-level-appropriate music, yet has all of
the majesty and pageantry of the games. A sure
gold medalist!
10523518 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10523519 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
4 On Placid SeasRobert Sheldon. This tranquil
offering brings to mind the feeling of floating on
a calm sea, contemplating the starry skies above.
Playable by young bands, this will bring a moment
of lyricism to your next concert. Beautiful!
10521005 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10521006 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
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Patriotic Bits & Piecesarr. Michael Story.
With expert scoring for young bands, Michael has
combined eight patriotic favorites every student
should know into a wonderful concert montage.
Includes: You're a Grand Old Flag; The American
Hymn; Manhattan Beach; Chester; America;
Yankee Doodle; Battle Hymn of the Republic and
America the Beautiful. A great way to expose your
students to the music of America!
2700069 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
4 Pavane (Pour Une Infante Defunte)Maurice
Ravel/arr. Michael Story. Originally scored for
piano, this work is one of classical music's most
popular and timeless works. The touching melody
is brilliantly displayed; this setting offers your very
young ensemble a wonderful opportunity to perform
in an expressive, lyrical style.
10520368 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 51.00
Percussion Production (Percussion Section
Feature)David Gorham. First-year bands will
love this powerful and entertaining percussion
section feature. The percussion parts are energetic
and slightly more advanced than the wind parts,
keeping everyone completely within their comfort
zone of playability. The active percussion parts
make the work sound far more advanced than the
actual grade level and will be very impressive at
first-year concerts.
10312255 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10312256 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
l Planet X (The Legend of Nibiru)Ralph
Ford. Sounds of mystery permeate this work that
describes this planet and the multiple scientific
theories that surround it. The compelling chromatic
themes have been intergalactically scored with a
delicious sci-fi flavor especially for your beginners.
10520370 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 56.00
10520371 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
4 Poem Romantic No. 1Richard L. Saucedo.
This lyric work provides an opportunity for your
band to experience the musical style of Chopin in an
effective setting for second-year players. Featuring
legato phrases, darker sonorities, and an engaging
harmonic progression, this piece offers musical
rewards for young players.
10521202 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10521203 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Power DriveGary P. Gilroy. Written for and
dedicated to an outstanding music educator, this
energetic work for elementary bands represents
the powerful effect this teacher has on students.
The rhythmic drive that fuels this piece also reflects
the teacher's unrelenting drive for excellence, and
strong desire to help her students succeed. An
inspiring work for young musicians.
10449864 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10449865 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
H A Prehistoric SuitePaul Jennings. Beginning
groups will love this unique, programmatic suite
of four short movements, each of which portrays a
well known prehistoric creature (or two!). Clever and
very easy, it includes: Stegosaurus; Brontosaurus;
Pteradactyls and The Battle (Tyrannosaurus and
Triceratops). A really different work at this level!
2185106 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4843397 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
5935754 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance in Beginning Band,
Vol. 1, 3-CD Set. . . . . . . . . . . 39.50
Presto!Robert Sheldon. Developing players
will get an opportunity to show their spirit and
enthusiasm with this fast-paced work for beginning
band. Rapid repeated eighth-note patterns provide
an energetic texture as they travel between
sections, and the catchy main theme uses only five
notes, making this tune playable early in the year.
10453097 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 49.00
10453157 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Pulse PoundingSean O'Loughlin. From the
start, the music embodies the title in a decidedly
energetic manner. Pulsating repeated eighth note
rhythms contrast with syncopated lines that drive
the intensity and suspense. The contrasting middle
section seems to materialize from nowhere, floating
along suspended in air, before the final energetic
statement brings about the rousing finish.
10457090 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10457091 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
l Qin Shi's Stone ArmyTyler Arcari. An ominous
opening introduces the mysterious Terracotta Army
that guards the tomb of China's first emperor. The
texture and style of the evocative music breaths life
into these towering clay figures that have stood
vigilant for thousands of years.
10521944 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10521945 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
l Red Earth DancesRob Romeyn. Fun and
engaging, your students will ask to play this every
day. The piece opens in a strong, powerful manner
that's followed by an infectious "tribal groove" set
up by the percussion. The energy and intensity that
abounds throughout really makes this work come to
life in a big way.
10522835 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10522836 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10522861 CD-Look to the Skies . . . . . . . 14.95
l The Ride of PercivalBrendan Van Epps. Bring
to life the heroic saga of Percival, the famous knight
of the round table, as he set out on his quest in
search of the Holy Grail. The unmistakable sound
of horses hooves mark the beginning of this
fascinating and legendary adventure.
10479726 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10479728 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
l Ride of the KnightsVictor Lopez. This piece
will make your ensemble sound like professionals.
It intensely portrays the mysterious history of
ancient and noble knights as a potent force.
Written in triple meter, it provides an opportunity
to teach key modality, articulations, phrasing,
dynamics and balance.
10520372 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 51.00
10520373 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Rising StarSamuel Hazo. This very easy
composition was designed specifically to provide
beginning players the opportunity to experience a
lush and chorale-like setting. With nothing faster
than a quarter note, this is an excellent vehicle for
teaching concepts such as independent moving
lines, phrasing, balance and dynamic contrasts.
10023296 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10023297 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
n RoboticsRob Romeyn. Mechanical and
fresh sounding, here is a cool novelty selection
for beginning band. Contemporary harmonies,
memorable themes and clanging percussion all
combine to simulate the effect of a rogue robot on
the loose. Who ever thought robots could sound
so good!
10459027 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10459028 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10466605 CD-Awaken The Greatness . . 14.95
4 Rock AttackCarol Brittin Chambers. Energy,
drive and fun are what this piece is all about.
Everyone has an energetic and engaging part
to play with rhythms and ranges that are quite
attainable. Sounding harder than it actually is, it's
sure to impress as well as entertain.
10521952 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10521953 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
l Rumpelstiltskin!Michael Story. A musical
presentation of the German fairy tale popularized
by the Brothers Grimm. In addition to original
music, the composer includes excerpts from
Grieg's Morning Mood, Wagner's Bridal Chorus,
and Brahms' Lullaby. Delightful musical storytelling
with several style and tempo changes that will
capture the imagination of one and all!
10520374 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 56.00
10520375 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n Ryukyu Bushi (Song of the Samurai)Patrick
J. Burns. Young players will enjoy performing this
exciting piece with its energetic clapping and variety
of percussion instruments. It uses a Japanese folk
melody from the Ryukyu Islands where the martial
art of Karate originated, and that tune appears
throughout the piece. An exciting piece with exotic
flavor that young players will enjoy playing.
10312918 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10312919 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Salvation Is CreatedPavel Tschesnokoff/arr.
Story. One of the most enduring and beautiful
chorales ever written, it's been used in numerous
settings since being written in 1912. The extremely
emotional and musical nature of the piece has
made it a concert favorite and now in this playable
setting, it can be performed and enjoyed on an even
larger scale.
10311574 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 56.00
10311579 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Scorpion!Richard L. Saucedo. With relentless
rhythmic drive and powerful-sounding themes,
here is an exciting piece for second-year players.
Utilizing a single tempo and no syncopation, this
is a great tool for teaching rhythmic security and
ensemble balance.
10373878 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10373879 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l SelkieJohnnie Vinson. In Celtic folklore, a
"selkie" is a mythical creature appearing as a seal
in water, but taking human form on land. In this
striking setting for second-year players, the first
movement, in a lyric and melancholy style, portrays
the selkie as a baby seal. The second movement
depicts a young boy on land and employs a number
of characteristics of traditional Scottish folk tunes.
This marvelous work provides opportunities for
musical and cross-curricular exploration.
10521204 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10521205 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4 SerenadeRobert Sheldon. Provide your young
band with a gentle and poignant moment on
your next concert. This lovely and lyrical offering
contains subtle, yet dramatic shifts in tonality that
create interest and momentum in this tuneful and
sensitive composition.
10515910 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 49.00
10515911 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Serengeti DreamsRobert W. Smith. Robert has
a gift for making young bands sound mature. This
majestic composition was inspired by the Serengeti
National Park, a wildlife refuge in northern Tanzania,
East Africa. A variety of exotic sounds are heard
throughout the composition, and of particular note is
the percussive writing. The parts are very accessible,
while the effect is stunning! Highly recommended!
2439693 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 56.00
2439701 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
5974285 CD-Music Of Robert W. Smith,
Vol. 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
n Shepherd's HeyPercy Aldridge Grainger/arr.
De Stefano. Using only six notes, this arrangement
of Shepherd's Hey retains the wonderful character
of Grainger's setting while staying accessible to
even the least experienced of students. The light
style and energy of the piece makes this an exciting
selection for your next concert program.
10312608 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10312609 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
4 Skygazer FanfareRandall D. Standridge.
Syncopated rhythms, layered percussion, and a
sense of forward motion are all used in this concert
band work to create an exciting soundscape for
young musicians. Careful attention has been
paid to range and scoring to create a work that
is attainable by smaller ensembles and will
create a resonant full sound for larger ensembles
as well.
10515914 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10515915 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
l SkylightSteve Hodges. Exuding all the warmth
and brightness of a sunny day, this smooth flowing
work will bring a welcome glow to any concert
performance. Each section has an opportunity to
present the bold melody while bass instruments
and percussion provide a solid foundation before
the exciting conclusion.
10515916 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10515917 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
n A Song for FriendsLarry Daehn. This slow, lyrical
piece is excellent for teaching blend and melodic
line. A simple, moving melody and a simple, moving
tribute to friendship!
2389294 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 36.00
2403525 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
5935754 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance in Beginning Band,
Vol. 1, 3-CD Set. . . . . . . . . . . 39.50
4 Southwindarr. Michael Sweeney. Composed
in the 1700s, this traditional Irish lament of
homesickness has become a tender and beloved
melody appearing on countless recordings. Also
known as The Wind from the South or An Gaoth
Aneas, this setting for second-year players provides
melody for all sections of the band along with subtle
and tasteful harmonic variants.
10521206 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10521207 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l Space: The Next FrontierBradley Kerr Green.
This beginning band piece was inspired by the
Space Camp experience that encourages young
students to pursue their dream of space travel
and exploration. Take part on a musical journey
into the vast unknown with soaring melodies and
suspenseful rhythms and numerous cross curricular
teaching aspects.
10521410 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10521411 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 16.00
l Starry NightTimothy Loest. Breathtaking
harmonies meet the simple innocence of the
beloved tune Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star in
this lush, lyrical arrangement for young band.
A wondrous teaching opportunity for phrasing
and expression, Starry Night goes far beyond an
arrangement and will be a welcome contrasting
work on your next program.
10521019 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10521020 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l Stately DancesRobert Sheldon. The dance
music of the Renaissance inspired this stylish two-
movement work. The opening regal movement sets
the stage with a dignified processional. The lively
and dance-like second movement brings the piece
to an upbeat conclusion while showcasing brass
and woodwind choirs.
10515918 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 49.00
10515919 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Storm ChaserKevin Mixon. Far in the distance,
we hear the rain begin and the thunder roll:
sounds of an approaching violent thunderstorm.
This bold piece includes the sound of fingers
snapping (to mimic rain and thunder), which adds
to the overall effectiveness of this dynamic work.
Both players and listeners will love the strong
angular melody.
10312404 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10312407 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
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