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49er Spirit!—Gary P. Gilroy. Composed for
young musicians in their first years of learning, this is
a musical salute to the many pioneers who ventured
west in search of gold and good fortune. The
spirited music reflects the exuberance and sense of
optimism these settlers felt as they set out in pursuit
of a new and better life. Percussionists help re-
create the setting with sounds of trotting horses and
the pickax against the California rocks and soil.
10520761 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . VE 49.00
10520762 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00
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Advance of the Roman Legions—
Michael Story.
Musically presenting all the majesty
and grandeur of ancient Rome, this original is a
bold contest opener or closer that will permit your
ensemble to sound confident. Introducing just a few
accidentals and reviewing how long they last, this
regal and distinguished original work will fill the stage!
10520284 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . VE 51.00
10520285 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
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Ancient Stone Circles—Robert Buckley.
Inspired by the mysterious stone formations of
Stonehenge, Ancient Stone Circles creates an
atmosphere of ancient times using modal melodies,
rich scoring and exotic percussion. You'll hear
the huge stones being transported, follow a Druid
procession, and feel the awe and wonderment of
this mystical place.
10521196 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . VE 45.00
10521197 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
The Battle Cry of Freedom/Kingdom
Coming—arr.Dan Woolpert & adpt.
Michael Brown.
The sights and sounds of a Civil
War era band come alive in this authentically re-
created medley for the contemporary concert band.
Set in the style of an uptempo quickstep march, this
music was meant for instilling pride and bravery as
the troops were on the move.
10530748 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . ME 60.00
10530752 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
The Birthplace of Kings (Bath Abbey)—
Patrick Roszell.
Inspired by a visit to Bath,
England, this work envisions the coronation of the
first King of England. Modal harmonies and period-
sounding percussion bring this majestic piece to
life. Regal in nature, this original straightforward
composition will inspire everyone's imaginations.
10520382 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . VE 51.00
10520383 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Captain Blood's Quickstep—
arr.Dan Woolpert & adpt. Michael Brown.
A great many marches were composed during
the Civil War, yet Captain Blood's Quickstep, from
the book of the 1st Brigade Band, stands apart
as particularly unique. The opening is in the form
of a bolero, followed by verses cast as operatic
recitatives, and finally a rousing quickstep chorus.
An effective and entertaining way to capture the
flavor of this important period of our nation's history.
10530765 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . ME 60.00
10530766 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
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Dream, Imagine, Live—Larry Clark. The title
and inspiration for this descriptive piece comes from
the works of Henry David Thoreau. The "Dream"
section is bold and aggressive, punctuated with
strong, lively figures. It then transitions to the lush
and beautiful music of the "Imagine" section. The
lilting and dance-like "Live" section closes the work,
adding a fast presto coda that ends with a flourish.
10521886 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . M 95.00
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Echoes from the Battlefield (Great Songs of
World War I)—arr. Darren W. Jenkins.
This tuneful medley commemorates World War
I with four songs that were popular and widely
performed during that historic era. It opens with the
well-known Over There, which is followed by It's a
Long Way from Tipperary. The warm and moving
Keep the Home Fires Burning then follows before
closing with the jaunty and morale-boosting Pack Up
Your Troubles in an Old Kit Bag.
10508757 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . ME 70.00
Hammer and Rail—Travis J. Weller.
Relive the story of John Henry racing against a
steam drill in this new setting of the American folk
song This Old Hammer. An expressive opening gives
way to whistles of steam and the pounding hammer.
All wind instruments encounter important melodic
lines and the percussion section provides exciting
colors including brake drum and towing chain. A
final powerful statement brings the work (and race)
to an exciting conclusion.
10520987 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
10520988 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Heroes of the American Revolution
(Including Yankee Doodle)—Jerry Brubaker.
Relive the important events of our country's
history. Representing a variety of crucial events
leading up to the Revolutionary War, the musical
canvas is vivid with the imagery of an emerging
new nation. Consider a historical presentation with
representative images projected on a screen.
10520332 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . ME 67.00
Into the Ages—Gay Holmes Spears.
This musical tribute was commissioned by
the Library of Congress on the bicentennial of
Lincoln's birth. With beautiful, wistful melodies,
fragments of Battle Hymn of the Republic and
Dixie, and dramatic percussion scoring, Gay
Holmes Spears creates a wonderful portrait of
Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War.
10523161 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . ME 76.00
10523162 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
The Lake in the Sky—Alan Lee Silva.
Sustained melodic lines greet the listener, quiet
and faint, as if from a faraway distance. These lyric
motives drift about as if floating on air, building
in intensity as they lead to regal fanfares that
triumphantly echo through the concert hall. Inspired
by the writings of Francis Drake, it provides an
excellent cross-curricular teaching opportunity.
10521970 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . M 125.00
10521971 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
Legend of Old Abe—James Curnow.
This marvelously descriptive work for young
bands takes the listener on a journey of Old Abe's
exploits. From a peaceful and serene opening the
work progresses through the sounds of conflict
and battle. The mood turns reflective and then
triumphant as the music celebrates this amazing
true story. Combine cross-curricular teaching in your
band room as you bring history to life through music.
10530865 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
10530867 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
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Magellan—Sean O'Loughlin. This music is all
about exploration, discovery and adventure! The
first notes create a feeling of the dawn of discovery
and set up the main melodic thread that appears
throughout. Following are fanfare-like gestures
contrasted with the slower sounds of mystery before
the final and triumphant sound of discovery. A
treasure of cross-curricular teaching opportunities.
10521928 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
10521929 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
The Old Buccaneer—Richard H. Summers.
Based on the novel Treasure Island, this work paints
a vivid portrait of the title character. Your musicians
will enjoy performing pirate-like melodies, hornpipes,
dirges and sea shanties, all to the delight of your
audience. This piece also provides a great cross-
curricular teaching opportunity.
10521974 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
10521975 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
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On a Tune of William Billings—
Douglas E. Wagner.
Considered by many to
be the first American professional composer and
arranger, William Billings' legacy lives on today,
an important part of our musical landscape. With
the use of his canon techniques, this work is full of
teaching moments both with the music as well as its
rich history.
10520358 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . E 62.00
10520359 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Qin Shi's Stone Army—Tyler 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. . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
10521945 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
The Ride of Percival—Brendan 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. . . . . . . . . VE 45.00
10479728 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
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Rock, River, Tree—Michael Sweeney.
Drawing inspiration from a Maya Angelou poem,
this unique work for band offers challenges and
rewards for young players. The music ranges from
an energetic percussive pulse (rock) that utilizes
plastic buckets played throughout the ensemble,
to a flowing chorale theme (river) that's heard near
the beginning and again at the end. Throughout, the
piece grows and intensifies (tree) as various musical
elements are combined and varied. Dramatic music
with important cross-curricular opportunities!
10521193 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
10521194 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
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. . . . . . . . . VE 56.00
10520375 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
The Siege of Arundel—Jonathan McBride.
Bring history to life with a thrilling musical portrayal
of this famous English landmark. Young bands are
provided with the opportunity to explore a wide range
of musical styles that will both thrill and educate.
10522697 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . E 52.00
10522698 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
10522860 CD-The Adventure Begins . . . . . 14.95
The Temple of Guan Yu—Vince Gassi.
Guan Yu, a famous general of the Han Dynasty,
is remembered for his loyalty and righteousness.
Vince Gassi has captured the mystery and grandeur
of an ancient empire with dramatic antiphonies,
colorful percussion and great melodies for everyone.
Outstanding music for the young band!
10523135 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
10523136 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
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