“Rick Roll” your audience and dive into the playful nostalgia of “Never Gonna Give You Up!” Larry Moore's masterful arrangement gives this classic hit by Rick Astley a fresh twist, perfect for adding fun and energy to your performance. Elevate your string orchestra's repertoire with this crowd-pleaser's catchy beats and infectious spirit that will have everyone singing along!
MORE»
| List | $50.00 |
| Price | $45.00 (Save: $5.00) |
Written in a slow-fast form, this repertoire favorite from 1993 opens with a lyric section featuring the flutes and alternating with full ensemble chorale-like passages. All sections of the band get a chance to be featured in the fast section which includes a delightful mix of interesting melodies and rhythmic excitement. (Grade 2) Dur: 2:50
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
The music of Armenia, with its long history of folk songs, has a fascinating uniqueness and distinctive flavor. This appealing setting uses five traditional Armenian melodies in a rhapsodic approach for band. Johnnie Vinson skillfully combines bold statements and driving rhythmic figures, contrasted with beautiful yet simple melodies, in a work that provides both excitement and variety. Dur: 5:30
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Embark on a thrilling musical journey with this accessible string quartet arrangement by Robert Longfield. This captivating medley of themes will bring the magic of dragons to life! With captivating rhythms and mesmerizing melodies, your young string players will soar to new heights! Let the power of dragons captivate your ensemble and create an unforgettable performance!
MORE»
| List | $14.99 |
| Price | $13.49 (Save: $1.50) |
Overture on a Hymn Tune is based on “The Old Ship Of Zion” which is found in the Early American Sacred Harp songbook. Johnnie Vinson uses a fast-slow-fast overture format to give this wonderful melody an appealing setting with plenty of variety and musicality. The slow middle section is a rhapsodic treatment of the main melody, while the two fast segments offer appealing and upbeat settings sure to be enjoyed by all. Skillfully scored to sound full with inexperienced players. Dur: 3:30
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Steven Spielberg's twenty year association with John Williams has produced yet another powerful cinematic achievement, this time a gripping, realistic view of the horrors of WW II. Williams' score includes this simple hymn, using chorus as an instrument of the orchestra, adding a special reverence and poignancy to the simple melody. Arranger Paul Lavender brings us this edition for the concert band stage.
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Experience the epic world of Skyrim like never before with “Dragonborn - Skyrim Theme” by Jeremy Soule, expertly arranged for string orchestra by Robert Longfield. Immerse your audience in the captivating melodies and soaring harmonies that define this iconic soundtrack. This 6/8 arrangement in B minor brings the magic, majesty, and driving energy of Tamriel to life!
MORE»
| List | $60.00 |
| Price | $54.00 (Save: $6.00) |
In response to a commission from the Nieuw Ensemble Amsterdam, the composer immediately thought of writing a work related to pantomime. In the imaginary theatre of cosmigimmicks, plucked instruments (guitar, mandolin and harp) play the main roles, while the other instruments (prepared piano, violin, trumpet and percussion) disguise themselves in order to join in a play of masques and mimicry. Pantomime stems from a time in which humans did not yet speak, and ever since it has appeared in a great variety of forms. Asian traditions of mime tend to be extremely formalised and highly complex, but in Europe, the art of pantomime, which was often frowned upon by church and ruling bodies, maintained a strong undercurrent in the history of theatre since the Ancient Greeks. Chin remarks that, in cosmigimmicks, she was reluctant to map the history of the pantomime, and instead chose to concentrate on three scenes that are important for her: Shadow Play, which is related to shadow puppetry; Quad, inspired by Samuel Beckett's two homonymous TV plays (which are, in fact, “geometrical pantomimes”); and Thall, a homage to György Ligeti. This title is the Korean for “masque”; the overall character of Thall is both slightly sentimental and macabre, describing the psyche of a torn person. cosmigimmicks is a major addition to 21st-century ensemble repertoire, from one the leading composers of her generation.
Instrumentation: trumpet, percussion, mandoline, guitar, harp, prepared piano, violin. HPS 1600.
MORE»
| List | $62.00 |
| Price | $55.80 (Save: $6.20) |
This amazing work opens with the sounds of distant villages as their drumming echoes through the African rain forests (or school gymnasium). As the players return to their “normal” seats in the band, the various elements of this composition gradually come together in a joyous unified celebration. Thoroughly researched to include authentic African patterns, Michael Sweeney has created a stunningly effective work that is playable by young ensembles. Includes performance and program notes on how to make your own percussion instruments and involve other departments in your school. Not just a piece of music...this is an event! (4:45)
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Here's another stunning hit from pop sensation Dua Lipa! With a moderate rock pulse and powerful riffs, this exciting chart uses lots of scoring variety in an effective setting for the stands.
MORE»
| List | $65.00 |
| Price | $58.50 (Save: $6.50) |
In downtown Pittsburgh, the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers come together to form the Ohio River. This confluence of mighty waterways served as inspiration for this dynamic work for band. The impassioned “lament” features expressive melodic lines, followed by the “dance,” which utilizes mixed meters and a relentless underlying pulse. Dur: 3:15
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Featuring prominent sections of Stravinsky's ballet suite, The Firebird, here is an impressive and beautifully paced setting for younger players. As always with Jay Bocook's transcriptions, this one is carefully constructed to capture the essence of the original, but with practical writing for today's bands. This one gets high marks as a high quality choice for contest or festival.
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Composed for a band festival in Duluth, MN, and suggesting perhaps an exciting downhill ski run or possibly a snowmobile chase through the woods, Due North is a fast-paced overture written entirely in a single tempo. Along the way, various moods are suggested as themes and musical ideas are passed from section to section. The percussion section provides a driving, rhythmic pulse throughout. Dur: 3:00
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Heard in stadiums around the world, this hard rockin' 80s hit by the Scorpions is still as popular as ever. With the gritty opening riff and instantly recognizable melody, this is guaranteed to raise the energy level in the stands or on the field!
MORE»
| List | $65.00 |
| Price | $58.50 (Save: $6.50) |
Described by the composer as “bombastic, but with a groove” this work for young players opens with striking percussion statements. The band enters gradually, first with unison figures along with the percussion, and then additional layers. A contrasting slow section with flowing lines and minor harmonies sets the stage for the dramatic final section. A great way to showcase your percussion section. Dur: 4:10 (Grade 2)
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
On Cloud Nine is an impressive and energetic composition that will fit in just about any part of your concert program. The flashy opening segment features woodwind flourishes with powerful brass interjections. Following a slow and beautiful lyric setting of the theme featuring solos on horn and flute, the fast tempo returns and powers the piece to an exciting climax. With accessible ranges and modest technical demands, this work sounds harder than it really is. Dur. 3:00
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Reminiscent of a musical style from the heyday of Broadway musicals, Johnnie Vinson has created this lively and entertaining cut time march. Composed using the traditional march form, Broadway! includes interesting lines for all instruments and a nice variety in scoring and dynamics. Dur: 2:30
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
Featuring the most famous drum break in modern rock, “In the Air Tonight” has become one of Phil Collins' signature hits. Often heard in movies and TV, it was recently used as the theme for “Monday Night Football.”
MORE»
| List | $65.00 |
| Price | $58.50 (Save: $6.50) |
Some songs from the 80s never seem to grow old and this smash hit recorded by Simple Minds is certainly one of these. With its memorable melody and powerful drive, you won't soon forget about this one!
MORE»
| List | $65.00 |
| Price | $58.50 (Save: $6.50) |
Taylor Swift's original recording of this hit from 2019 was driven by a marching style drumline, making it a natural choice for the stands or on the field. Featuring a strong pulse and catchy melody, it's sure to be a hit with all audiences.
MORE»
| List | $60.00 |
| Price | $54.00 (Save: $6.00) |
From the Count Basie library, this classic flag-waver from the pen of Sammy Nestico is available again! A true tour de force for every section of the band, this monster chart features blistering brass, wailing saxes, a tenor solo, and a great full ensemble shout. Strike it up!
MORE»
| List | $10.00 |
| Price | $9.00 (Save: $1.00) |
