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4 Fanfare for a CelebrationBruce Pearson. This
fanfare celebrates your young students and their
achievement of successfully completing their first
year of musical studies. After a brief introduction
by the percussion ensemble, the winds enter with
a stately theme and march-like accompaniment. A
contrasting section features the woodwinds playing
a tender melody before the percussion brings
back the initial theme, ending the piece on an
emphatically triumphant note.
10757617 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10757618 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Fanfare on a Theme of ImaginationBrian
Balmages. "Knowledge is limited. Imagination
encircles the world." This powerful quote by Albert
Einstein provides the inspiration behind this fanfare
that celebrates creativity in schools. A majestic
opening leads into a dynamic and fast-paced
section that continues to build in energy until the
final massive series of chordal statements. Powerful
and inspiring!
10520981 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
10520982 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l A Festival ChimeGustav Holst/arr. Douglas
E. Wagner. This characteristically delightful Holst
theme has been freely arranged and incorporates
elements of his original score. Additional material is
added to heighten the musical interest and appeal.
While chimes are an important part of this setting,
alternate options are listed if chimes aren't available.
10733567 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 51.00
10733568 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Finale from "The Firebird"Igor Stravinsky/arr.
Michael Story. First performed at the Paris Opera
in June 1910, this piece made Stravinsky famous,
and is considered one of his greatest works. In
3/4 time, the arrangement provides a wonderful
opportunity to introduce or reinforce triple meter,
while introducing young musicians to this famous
classical work. The grandiose finale is sure to be
met with grandiose applause.
10453298 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 51.00
10453299 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
The Fires of BandaiRobert Sheldon. Inspired
by the 1888 eruption of Mt. Bandai in northern
Japan, this bold, imaginative work captures the
drama and fury of a pyroclastic flow. The driving
rhythms in the percussion, along with the dark and
ominous melodies, are sure to get the audience
involved in this evocative work for young band.
10459857 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10459858 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
4 First DecreeRobert W. Smith. A joyous and
authoritative opening statement for beginning
bands. Opening with a flourish of woodwinds and
metallic percussion, the brass section follows with
a musical fanfare, resplendent in confidence and
pride. The percussion section then provides a bold
response to features of each instrumental family in
the concert band. Using the first six notes introduced
in most band methods, it's an accessible and
musical showcase for your first-year bands.
10758971 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10758972 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
10758792 CD-Blaze! . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
n First LightFrank Ticheli. This work for young
musicians depicts an early morning adventure on
a river raft. After the light-hearted opening, the
music glides into the calm, early morning waters as
the sun slowly rises. The action picks up with the
music taking on a rustic dance-like nature as the
river rushes through white water rapids before the
calm quiet end of the journey.
10391237 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 95.00
10391239 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . 16.50
n First Light (A Fanfare for Band)David Shaffer.
The perfect opener for your first band concert! This
forceful fanfare is specifically composed for beginning
musicians. Dynamic wind parts use only the first six
notes of the Bb scale, and are complimented with
dramatic percussion. Truly impressive!
10369257 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 42.00
10369258 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
FlashpointBrendan Van Epps. This highly
energetic work captures the explosive nature of a
flash point, the temperature at which combustible
vapors ignite. Beginning students have the
opportunity to work on articulation and dynamics
while young percussionists have interesting and
appealing parts to draw their interest. A real
standout on first-year programs.
10508763 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
10508764 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
The Forgotten VillageMichael Oare. This
overture for second-year players tells the musical
story of Portsmouth Village, once a bustling sea
village on North Carolina's Outer Banks, but now
a ghost town with past glories only a memory.
In this descriptive work, the slow and reflective
opening paints the picture of empty buildings and
lost glory. A vibrant faster section relives the hope
and promise of the past with driving rhythms and
melodic lines passed from section to section.
10625770 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10625771 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
H
FuriosoRobert W. Smith. Magnificent! A
superior "first serious piece" for your young band,
this overture is filled with all the vigor and passion
you'd expect from the title! Terrific teaching
opportunities abound, including a chance to work
on independent parts (with doublings to ensure
success), optional trombone glissandos and a few
eighth note passages to develop technique. The
expanded percussion and solidly scored parts are
sure to build confidence. An exciting work! Very
highly recommended!
2700051 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
2700052 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
5974285 CD-The Music Of Robert W. Smith,
Vol. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.99
l Gently, I WanderRobert Sheldon. This musical
escape will take your audience to a quiet, peaceful
place. Simple, melodically elegant lines combine
with rich harmonies and counterpoint to provide an
uplifting moment of repose. Refreshing!
10739075 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 49.00
10739076 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Ghost ShipMichael Story. Inspired by the
mystery surrounding the merchant ship "Mary
Celeste" that set sail from New York City in 1872
bound for Genoa, Italy. The ship never reached its
destination and to this day, no one knows what
caused its disappearance. This original composition
will fuel your beginners' imagination with the
intriguing story and chilling effects.
10310920 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 56.00
10310921 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Ghosts of the Lost ShipTyler S. Grant.
This highly programmatic work tells the story of
buccaneer naval warfare and the ghosts that linger
to this day, haunting the seas and all who pass
over them. After an evocative opening featuring
numerous rattles, the music becomes aggressive
and relentless as it portrays the credo-driven pirates
and their attacks during the height of their power.
Intense and extremely engaging!
10459821 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10459822 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
n The Gift of Hope (Based on Joseph Brackett's
"Simple Gifts")arr. James Swearingen. This
expressive setting, based on the ever-popular folk
song Simple Gifts, will allow your beginning band to
sound amazing in their first year of instruction. You
can be sure audiences of all ages will be touched
by this highly expressive work.
10522813 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 42.00
10522814 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
l The Greatest GiftTimothy Loest. Explore
memorable themes, extensive colors, lush
harmonies and lyrical phrases that characterize
this expressive and emotional work. While written
for young musicians, this piece provides an equally
expressive and musical selection for mature
ensembles as well. Colorful and extremely musical,
it makes an effective contrast for your next program.
10758239 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10758240 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l Greenwood LakeRichard H. Summers. This
pastoral work provides a peaceful addition to
intermediate concert band programs. Flowing
dynamics paired with fluid melodies and
countermelodies mimic the ripples and waves
on the surface of a tranquil lake. The engaging
writing provides educational musical concepts that
students will enjoy learning while playing.
10759649 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10759650 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
n HarbingerRobert Sheldon. A "harbinger"
signals the approach of something, so this piece
would be a terrific way to begin your next concert!
With all the drama and intensity of a much
more advanced piece, it is very playable by less
experienced musicians. Soaring melodies contrast
rhythmic pulses to create a musical landscape that
will inspire and exhilarate.
10515870 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 49.00
10515871 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Haunted ClocksBrian Balmages. Simple
aleatoric devices and clever effects combine to
tell the story of a haunted clock factory and its
mischievous inhabitants. Beginning with the sound
of a single clock, additional clocks seemingly
come to life and join in, creating a chorus of clock
effects including wind-up, grandfather and cuckoo
clocks. The Dies Irae is presented throughout in
various altered versions, adding to the somewhat
diabolical nature of the scene. Extremely unique
and inventive!
10459613 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10459614 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l The Heart of a MustangRobert Thurston.
Create the thrilling musical imagery of free-spirited
herds of wild horses galloping across the open
plains. The imaginative music creates a sense of
urgency that embodies the struggles faced by these
mustangs living in the wild. Heartbeat rhythms
serve as the musical bridge throughout as we get
a real sense of the freedom and independence of
these magnificent creatures.
10759645 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10759646 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
l Highlander Lullabyarr. David Myers. Based on
the Scottish folk song Loch Lomond, this gorgeous
arrangement paints a lovely musical portrait of the
picturesque lake at the foot of the mountain Ben
Lomond. Woodwind tremolos are used to represent
the shimmering waters of the loch, and the evolving
and evocative scoring transports the listener to a
truly magic land. A great way to show off the many
facets of your band's musicality.
10758287 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
10758288 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
n Hope EverlastingJames Swearingen. This
beautiful yet simplistic ballad sends the message
of lasting hope for one and all. It also provides a
perfect opportunity to teach expressive playing with
emotional melodic lines accompanied by rich and
lush harmonies. The key change in the closing
moments adds a parting special touch of musical
magic for a great change of pace!
10459041 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 46.00
10459042 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
H ImperiumMichael Sweeney. Very rarely
does a composition come along that sounds so
right! Contemporary harmonies, vivid contrasts
and exciting percussion are so perfectly blended
that you can hardly believe the sounds you hear
are being produced by a band of beginners. This
easy-to-play, dramatic overture offers an extremely
rewarding and memorable musical experience for
beginning bands and we recommend it very highly!
2265874 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
2265882 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
5935754 CD-Teaching Music Through
Performance In Beginning Band,
Vol. 1, 3-CD Set . . . . . . . . . 39.50
l In Grandfather's ArmsJames Meredith.
Feel the warmth of a grandfather's embrace
and experience the sense of awe when holding
a cherished grandchild with this heartfelt
composition. This warm selection for developing
bands emphasizes musical expression, phrasing,
and dynamics in conveying the emotions of this
special experience. Your low voices will appreciate
the opportunity to be featured with the key melody.
10759647 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10759648 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
n In the Court of the KingRandall D. Standridge.
This catchy work for young band captures the feel
of a medieval festival. Dance rhythms effectively
give this piece a driving, urgent quality that
accelerates to a thrilling finish. Your students and
audience will surely enjoy this favorite!
10364958 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10364973 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Incantation and RitualBrian Balmages. Help
your band sound their very best! Reminiscent of
an ancient tribal gathering, the chant-like melody
is supported by driving percussion. It will have your
band sounding more mature than they are, despite
the modest technical demands. Your band will want
to play this over and over again.
2477561 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 50.00
2477562 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
4 Invictus RexMatthew N. Putnam. Latin for
"invincible king," this forceful music calls to mind
a paragon of strength, boldness, and confidence
in the face of challenges and adversity. Imagine a
medieval king attired in heavy armor confidently
leading his men into battle, assured that the battle
is to be long and arduous, but knowing he will
ultimately emerge victorious.
10759657 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10759658 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
n It Is Wellarr. Robert W. Smith. This setting of
this moving hymn was scored for developing bands
and written well within the capabilities of bands in
the second year of instruction. Simple, reflective,
and poignant, it will be a valued part of any concert
or festival program.
10522831 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 46.00
10522832 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
4 Journey of the BonfireWilliam Owens. Throw
off the bowlines and catch the wind in your sails
with this exciting musical maritime adventure. The
majestic opening statement builds anticipation
as the bowlines are released, and a brisk allegro
section fills the sails and sets out for the horizon.
The sound of a ship's bell adds to the feel of a bold
adventure on the open seas!
10758217 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 40.00
10758218 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l Journey of the JunoJoseph Compello. Now
you, your students, and audiences can take part in
an imaginary journey to Jupiter! This extraordinary
concert piece is named for the space probe Juno
which completed a five-year mission to that giant
planet. Written in a minor key, the mysterious
music conveys the vast expanse of outer space.
The intriguing music provides an outstanding cross-
curricular teaching opportunity.
10759659 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10759660 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
n Journey to the Stars (Fanfare for Band)
James Swearingen. Here's a great way to open
your next concert! The exciting drive of percussion
introduces the glorious sounds of woodwinds and
brass for a bold announcement that the best is yet
to come. Instrumental parts are scored where they
sound their best, delivering a strikingly musical
impact from start to finish.
10369272 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 44.00
10369273 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
l
Kalinkaarr. Robert Longfield. Written in the
traditional and dramatic bottle-dance format, this is
a classic Russian folk dance, carefully crafted here
for second-year players. A delightfully appealing
concert work that provides the opportunity to
teach and perform music and style as well as the
traditions from another land.
10759560 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10759563 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
l A King's CelebrationJorge Vargas. Capturing
the essence of a royal celebration, this noble two-
part work effectively teaches younger players to
perform in more than one style within a single work.
Opening with a slower, lyrical section, students use
a connected legato approach while giving the
melodies forward motion. The second section of
the work is quicker, employing firm but not choppy
articulations to make it work. Use this majestic band
work as a concert centerpiece.
10654915 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 45.00
10654916 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
l Kith and KinGeorge Sweet. As the title
suggests, Kith and Kin inspires reflection and fond
feelings for loved ones. Opening with a warm, lush
introduction, the piece features a beautiful, tuneful
melody that will take your audience's breath away.
Some advanced compositional techniques are
introduced, allowing students to experience more
sophisticated literature.
10759651 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 60.00
10759652 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
