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Fanfare for the Third PlanetRichard
Saucedo. A dedication to our own planet Earth,
this impressive piece features a rhythmic vitality
throughout, along with fresh harmonies and skilled
orchestral devices. Amid the powerful fanfare-like
phrases, a brief calm section is created using the
woodwinds and a unique layering effect before
building to the dynamic ending. Using one tempo
throughout, this is a great piece for young players.
2480164 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
2480165 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
10016682 CD-The Music Of Richard Saucedo
Volume 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.99
4 Fantasy of FlightRob Romeyn. The rich history
of flight and its heroes are depicted in this bold and
epic programmatic piece. A sensitive beginning
soon gives way to a spirited airborne adventure
with soaring musical themes and dramatic musical
contrasts. After this exciting musical flight the work
then comes to a powerful ending that will bring your
audience to their feet.
10522749 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 84.00
10522750 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
10522751 Full Score Large Size . . . . . . . 30.00
10522862 CD-Rob Romeyn . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
n Fate of the GodsSteven Reineke/arr. Conaway.
Advanced bands have enjoyed the original work for
years and now younger musicians can experience
this outstanding selection. This new edition has
been carefully adapted for younger groups so they
can experience this important legend from Norse
mythology. Sure to bring down the house!
10071093 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 54.00
10071094 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
10071451 CD-Mirages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
FearlessRyan Main. Featuring exciting rhythms
and modern harmonies, this direct and intense work
will excite and engage both players and audiences.
A recurring ostinato rhythm is featured throughout,
sometimes powerful and percussive, while at
other times more nuanced, with opportunities for
phrasing and musicality. The contrasting middle
section provides a brief respite from its stormy
surroundings which return for a relentless finish.
Truly inspiring!
10449848 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10449849 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
l Festival Dance (Gymnopodie No. 3)Erik Satie/
arr. Jerry Brubaker. This piece displays the haunting
quality of the very familiar and appealing melody
while the intriguing harmonies are atmospheric
and ethereal. Beautiful as a concert piece, it also
lends itself to choreography for modern dance or
ballet to enhance the performance. Consider adding
these additional performers on stage for a visual
enhancement to your concert.
10520324 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 67.00
10520325 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
4 Festive ProclamationWilliam Owens.
Beautifully woven melodic lines, brilliant harmonic
colors and engaging percussion parts are at the
heart of this dynamic concert fanfare! Strategically
written cues are designed not only to replace
missing parts, but to enhance ensemble tone if
desired. A powerful opening statement quickly
blossoms into an exciting up-tempo section that is
sure to evoke a celebratory mood. A great way to
announce the start of your concert!
10520983 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 60.00
10520984 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
4 Finding a WayChris M. Bernotas. Beginning
with unresolved emotions, you'll travel through
music that conveys an uplifting and hopeful spirit,
ultimately finding peace and comfort. As a part of
healing, sadness and sorrow can become replaced
with the delight and excitement of our memories.
A piece rich in a variety of moods and emotions.
10515864 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 78.00
10515865 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n Fire Dance (Build-A-Band)David Shaffer.
A very popular band piece for many years, this
arrangement for the Build-A-Band Series retains all
of the fun and excitement of the original, but allows
it to sound great with very small bands or bands
that have instrumentation issues. Also included are
multiple percussion parts as well as an optional
piano part for increased flexibility.
10311918 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10311961 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
n Fire of Eternal GloryShostakovich/arr. Rhea.
Written in 1960 for the Fire of Eternal Glory burning
at Heroes Square for the defenders of the Great
Patriotic War, Shostakovich's chorale prelude is full
of emotion and strength. It's fairly short and would
make an excellent concert opener!
2329365 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
2353944 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n Fire!Gary P. Gilroy. Dramatic and intense! Not
only will this short, fiery piece leave your audience
in awe, but your band will love playing it, too! It
employs a large percussion section, and has your
wind players playing aggressively. It's two-minutes
of nonstop excitement!
2479282 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
2479283 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
l FireworksMarvis Rorie, Jr. This quirky musical
celebration is highly melodic in nature, making
the piece quite fun to play. The excitement level
intensifies throughout the piece, climaxing perfectly
in a booming bass drum driven conclusion of
exciting chordal splashes. Your audience will revel
in the amazing musical imagery! Perfect for the
Fourth of July or any other celebratory occasion.
10485053 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10485054 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
n First Suite in E Flat (Young Edition)Holst/
arr. Longfield. Students at all levels now have the
opportunity to perform this historically important
work! This masterful arrangement maintains
the integrity, form and character of the original
classic while adapting it to contemporary school
instrumentation and younger players' abilities.
A programming highlight.
10005340 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 85.00
10005341 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
First Suite in E Flat Themes (Themes)Holst/
arr. Sweeney. Using excerpts from the first and
third movements, but still maintaining the integrity
and sound of the original, this adaptation allows
even young players to experience this landmark
band classic. An important addition to the middle
school repertoire.
10022288 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10023048 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
10052879 CD-The Music Of Michael Sweeney
Volume 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
l Flatwater SketchesNolan E. Schmit. Inspired
by the beauty and pastoral grandeur of the
American prairie, composer Nolan Schmit takes
us on a journey featuring majestic brass and lyrical
woodwinds. Very nice!
10523395 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
10523396 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
4 FlightGregory B. Rudgers. You'll experience
all the wonderful sensations of flying with this
exhilarating work that will have everyone's
imagination soaring. Three distinct sections set
the mood, beginning with Misty Morning evoking
early morning at the airport. Fond Memories recalls
past vacations while Flight brings out the wonderful
feeling of soaring through the air.
10521892 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 95.00
10521893 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
n Flight of ValorJames Swearingen. The
emotional depth of this work will touch everyone
in your audience. It was commissioned by the
community band of Somerset County, Pennsylvania
in honor of those on United Flight 93 that lost
their lives on September 11, 2001. Based on the
beloved hymn It Is Well With My Soul, you will not
find a more deeply moving musical tribute to the
events of that day. It is reflective, intense, somber
and inspiring. Very highly recommended.
2474793 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 76.00
2474794 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
5979018 CD-Perilous Voyage . . . . . . . . 14.95
2481465 CD-Flight of Valor. . . . . . . . . . 14.95
H Flourish for Wind BandRalph Vaughan
Williams. With a tempo indication of maestoso and
a time signature of 3/4 throughout, this melodic
gem offers real musical rewards with minimal
rehearsal. An excellent opportunity to work on
intonation, phrasing and dynamics, while technical
demands are very modest.
4507133 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 71.00
4921995 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 20.95
5771712 CD-British Wind
Band Classics . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.95
10024979 CD-Composer's Collection:
Ralph Vaughan Williams. . . . . 25.95
n Foiled Again! (The Villain's Gallop)Jack
Wilds. Program this alternative to a traditional
concert march as the opener or closer for your
next concert! This tribute to the dastardly villains
of the silent movie era will excite your performers
and have your audience on the edge of their seats
as they wonder whether the hero will arrive in time
to save the day. Fun and exhilarating!
10459817 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
10459818 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
n Force of DestinyLarry Neeck. A bold, beautiful,
and upbeat celebration of the meaning of life and
the pursuit of one's destiny. Commissioned in honor
of a beloved band director who passed away too
young, it's a sensitive and expressive showcase
for your band. The variety of tempos, colors, and
expressions in this piece will completely display the
subtlety and power of your ensemble.
10458962 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 78.00
10458963 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
10458964 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00
10466609 CD-Into The Sunset . . . . . . . . 14.95
Forgotten HeroesJeremy Bell. Warm and
majestic, this chorale-style piece focuses on
developing musicianship with flowing musical
lines and supportive countermelodies. Elaborate
harmonies and expressive moments create a
musical memorial for all those who never saw
fame or glory, but worked to make the world a
better place.
10453083 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10453143 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
n FoundryJohn Mackey. The first piece for
band at this grade level by this popular and
most creative composer. The concept of this
fascinating work is to introduce percussionists to
the idea that there are more imaginative ways to
perform other than with the traditional percussion
instruments. Using "found" percussion
instruments in addition to creative wind parts,
the piece creates a life of its own to the delight of
musicians and audiences!
10282825 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . 120.00
10282828 Additional Score 9x12 . . . . . . 20.00
4 From GoldSamuel R. Hazo. Glistening chords,
soaring melodies, broad fanfares and gorgeous
chorales will fill your concert hall with this
evocative work. Best of all, From Gold sounds
much harder than it actually is. Written entirely in
B-flat with very few accidentals, the runs are split
between instruments for playability, and parts
are doubled/cued to build confidence. Young
bands will sound mature, and mature bands will
be breathtaking!
10521173 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 75.00
10521175 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
4 Full ThrottleRobert W. Smith. Engines revving,
starting lights descending, the stage is set for a
wild car race that's powered with all the energy
your musicians can deliver. Powerful and biting
harmonies combined with mixed meters and a
flowing melody create a musical experience that
will captivate your concert band. A programmatic
setting that will engage bands of all ages.
10523248 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 75.00
n GadgetRandall D. Standridge. Intriguing sound
effects from the percussion section bring this
dynamic piece to life. The winds provide energy
with contrasting melodic and rhythmic lines,
creating tension through dissonance. Sure to be
a concert favorite, especially for those who are
mechanically minded.
10312049 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
10312050 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
l Galactic MissionJoshua V. Hinkel. Take
your band on a warp-speed space adventure
as they perform Galactic Mission. Whizzing
past stars and moons, flying through a beautiful
nebula, students will love the energy, beauty
and excitement of performing this work. Lush
melodies and articulate passages make this
perfect for an upper middle school or developing
high school program. All students will want to
volunteer for this mission!
10520483 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10520484 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 14.00
4 GalopGary P. Gilroy. A fast, furious yet very
playable work meant to conclude concerts in a
fun and lighthearted manner. While it sounds
impressive and quite demanding, appropriate
ranges and wise orchestration make it quite
playable at faster tempos. This fun and energetic
work will provide a musical exclamation point to any
wind band performance.
10508765 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . 70.00
10508766 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
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