Concert & Contest
4 Odyssey—Aric Branchfield. Replete with the stark harmonies and driving rhythms young players love, the valiant and noble strains will invoke images of an epic journey. A vivid programmatic work that will also be one of your most effective teaching tools on the epic journey from young player to advanced musician. 10316855 Band Set & Score ........ 48.00 10316856 Additional Score ......... 12.00
4e Path to Victory—Sean O'Loughlin. Young bands will sound victorious with this strong selection for a compelling concert feature. The majestic and sweeping theme combines with a bold countermelody, while accented notes to bring out music's power. 10312412 Band Set & Score ........ 45.00 10316819 Additional Score .......... 6.00
4 Percussion Production—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
H A Prehistoric Suite—Paul Jennings. Beginning groups will
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 ........ 40.00 4843397 Additional Score .......... 5.00
love this unique, programmatic
4 Salvation Is Created—Pavel 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 ........ 50.00 10311579 Additional Score .......... 9.00
4 Scirocco—Roland Barrett. The title comes from the name given to a Mediterranean wind that originates in the Sahara Desert, accumulates moisture and velocity, and often reaches hurricane speeds. With an inspiration like that, you can be sure the energy level will be at a peak. The work also uses easy contemporary aleatoric notation for even more dynamic sparkle and intrigue! 10311580 Band Set & Score ........ 50.00 10311582 Additional Score .......... 9.00
4 Slavonic Dance No. 1—Antonin Dvorak/ arr. Story. Originally composed for four-hand piano,
develops the expressive melody and offers opportunity to explore the varied timbres for beginning band in a sure-fire solid setting. An effective opportunity to introduce or reinforce three-quarter time, the arrangement is a charming choice for concert or contest. 10310911 Band Set & Score ........ 55.00 10310912 Full Score ............... 9.00
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4 Soaring Above the Clouds—James Swearin- gen. The energetic drive of this composition is just one of the magical ingredients that will elevate your students to higher levels of performance. No detail has been spared in crafting a piece that is well suited for beginning band members with limited experience. Beware! This could very well be your band's favorite selection of all time. 10311886 Band Set & Score ........ 42.00 10311887 Additional Score .......... 6.00
4e Storm Chaser—Kevin 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
He The Tempest—Robert 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 ........ 50.00 2321461 Additional Score .......... 9.00
4 Troika (from Lieutenant Kije Suite)—Sergei Prokofiev/arr. Bullock. This music is taken from the musical score of one of the most famous works written by this composer. Its running melody has great charm, and the simplicity of this music, with its playful and cheerful melodic line, is wonderful as both film background music and concert band programming. 10311586 Band Set & Score ........ 50.00 10311588 Additional Score .......... 9.00
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4 Walking the Planks—Robert W. Smith. Featuring the keyboard percussion section will be an invaluable addition to your next beginning band concert. The nautical theme created reinforces musical concepts and highlights this crucial area of skill development for all percussionists. Using only six notes, the melody will flow easily across the planks while providing a delightful musical experience. Just imagine...they will be stars using keyboard instruments! What a great message! 10311889 Band Set & Score ........ 42.00 10311890 Additional Score .......... 6.00
4 When the Wind Whispers—Rob Romeyn. Look no further for an expressive lyrical selection for young band! You'll find musicality, sophistication and maturity uncommon at this grade level. The memorable melody invokes the feeling of a cool spring breeze, building and subsiding like the whispering wind. As it develops, it builds to a wonderful climax and then subsides, ending as it began with the softest touch of morning breeze. Outstanding! 10311867 Band Set & Score ........ 44.00 10311868 Additional Score .......... 6.00
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n Adrenaline Engines—Randall D. Standridge. Thundering percussion, driving rhythms, memorable melodies and frenetic energy are unrelenting in
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
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4e Adversary—Larry 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
4 Battlesong—Randall D. Standridge. Lead your young band into battle with this aggressive and exciting concert selection. The fast-paced tempo is exhilarating as the percussion section maintains a constant drive. Students will play with confidence within the comfortable range carefully tailored to each instrument. A "must-have" for your next program! 10312045 Band Set & Score ........ 60.00 10312046 Additional Score .......... 8.00
4 The Black Eagles—Jeremy Bell. This vibrant and patriotic work is the perfect piece for any Memorial or Veteran's Day ceremonies. Dedicated to the composer's brother and member of the U. S. Navy's world famous Black Eagles, the piece opens with a brief march that leads to a fanfare featuring the trumpet section playing the melody. Carefully orchestrated for young musicians, it's very accessible in addition to being fun to play. 10311931 Band Set & Score ........ 50.00 10311932 Additional Score .......... 7.00
l The Burning of the Royal Fortune—Ryan Meeboer. Take part in some high seas adventure with this rollicking nautical adventure. The Royal Fortune was the name given to the flagships of Black Bart, an infamous pirate of renown, and the music reflects his daring life at sea. His colorful life of piracy makes a thrilling subject for this entertaining and programmatic work. 10338628 Band Set & Score ........ 45.00 10338629 Additional Score ......... 10.00
4 Call to Valor—Scott Watson. The bold and courageous nature of this work exemplifies the heroic courage required to face great challenges and difficulties. The exuberant sounds of bugle calls and thundering field drums both contrast and support the dynamic fanfare theme. Whether used as a fanfare opener or exciting closer, it's a tremendous choice for your next concert. 10311332 Band Set & Score ........ 48.00 10311333 Additional Score .......... 6.00
4 Castle Gate, 1924—Tyler S. Grant. On March 8, 1924, three explosions rocked the coal mining town of Castle Gate, Utah, and claimed the lives of over 170 people. This piece tells the disastrous, now legendary story. The opening section includes three explosive rumbles (experienced from a distance). A haunting, yet adventurous theme quickly emerges, accompanied by colorful sounds from the percussion section. After slowing down for a final tragic declaration of the tragedy, the piece then picks up the tempo, closing the story and memorializing the legend of the lost souls. 10312632 Band Set & Score ........ 40.00 10312633 Additional Score .......... 5.00
4 The Chase—Michael Story. Think about spies... espionage... secret agents... and intrigue! An evocative original piece that will plant images of trench coats and shadowy figures in the minds of your players and audiences alike. Teaching, learning and fun... you'll have plenty of volunteers for this mission! 10311653 Band Set & Score ........ 60.00 10311654 Additional Score ......... 10.00
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