Here is the perfect first march for your beginning band! Using solid scoring techniques, Forward March! features strong melodic writing with easy counterlines, a short percussion break, a “trio” melody for clarinets, and a strong full band finish.
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From Grainger's masterwork for band Lincolnshire Posy, here is the second movement smartly adapted for young level by Michael Sweeney. This edition uses a lower key for range considerations, yet retains all of the charm and beauty of the original. What a terrific opportunity to instill an appreciation of Grainger in your young players! Dur: 2:30
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Add an international flavor to your next winter concert with Michael Brown's inventive setting of this Nigerian Christmas song. The piece opens with a beautiful slow melody accompanied by an underlying rhythmic pulse. The second half is an exuberant celebration in a faster tempo complete with African drumming and joyous full band refrains.
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Originally recorded by Neil Diamond in 1969, Sweet Caroline has grown in popularity over the years to where it is now commonly played at sporting events across the country, and has been featured on the TV series Glee. Sure to be a hit at any concert.
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In partnership with Squamish First Nation Chief Ian Campbell, Robert Buckley has creatively re-imagined this haunting melody for full concert band. Journey features an underlying rhythmic pulse over which the melody evolves in a variety of moods and textures. The end result is quite dramatic and offers a rare glimpse of an ancient culture. Dur: ca. 3:20
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The unmistakable and familiar theme from the TV series and feature films.
Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation. Written using just five parts (plus percussion), these arrangements will work with virtually ANY combination of brass, woodwinds, or even strings. Dur: 1:50
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Written with a festive flair and tuneful melody, here is a marvelous holiday piece for beginning players. Featuring modest ranges and easy rhythms, this is quick to learn and fun to play. 8th notes are used in the melody, but no syncopation.
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The powerful and evocative music of Gustav Holst remains as relevant today as ever before. From The Planets, here is a concise suite of the movements Mars, Venus and Jupiter.
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Here's a new twist on this Christmas novelty classic. In the middle of this well-known waltz, there is a surprise feature for kazoos! Easy to learn, this one will certainly be the talk of your concert.
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Add a little fun to your holiday festivities with this classic novelty song from the '50s. This easy arrangement is guaranteed to sound great with your band and put a smile on everybody's face.
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From Disney's spectacular animated movie Frozen, here is a medley of catchy songs skillfully arranged for flexible instrumentation. Includes: Do You Want to Build a Snowman?, For the First Time in Forever, and Let It Go.
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Representing a musical journey through an enchanting and mysterious realm, Mystic Passage unfolds with a soft and evocative atmosphere of intrigue and anticipation. As the intensity gradually escalates, the listener encounters a series of twists and turns through this magical world. An engaging and creative work for 2nd year players. Dur: ca. 2:30
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Here's the smash hit from the group Coldplay in mesmerizing and solid treatment by Tim Waters. The moderate rock tempo and repetitive rhythmic figures make this easily attainable by younger players. Dur: 3:15
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In every ecosystem, an “apex predatory” is an animal existing at the very top of the food chain; never preyed upon themselves. Michael Oare's programmatic work opens with a haunting flute solo accompanied by various mysterious effects. The pace then quickens as we explore the intensity, danger, and majesty connected with these magnificent natural hunters. Dur: ca. 3:50
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MusicWorks – Grade 2
This energetic work makes an impressive statement for young bands. Written in a single tempo throughout, you'll be amazed at the amount of excitement that can be generated with limited technical demands. Richard uses active percussion figures (augmented with optional additional mallet parts) along with powerful brass statements and layers of woodwind lines to create a wonderful overall effect. (3:10)
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The haunting melody of this traditional Irish folk song is treated here in a lush and moving setting by Michael Sweeney. Even at this easy level, the instrumentation is varied and a wealth of musical elements are provided through creative harmonizations and carefully placed key changes. This is scored in a way that will make even small bands sound terrific. Dur: 3:05
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Skillfully arranged for flexible or incomplete instrumentation, here is an entertaining medley that features catchy songs from the composer of Broadway's Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda. Includes: Where You Are, How Far I'll Go, You're Welcome and We Know the Way.
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The signature hit from the iconic boy band *NSYNC is available here in this fun and highly accessible arrangement for young bands. Percussion and low brass create the infectious dance groove while the winds capture the unforgettable melody. The musicians will love this just as much as the parents.
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The music of Leonard Bernstein's West Side Story is timeliness and remains as popular as ever. In this arrangement of America, Johnnie Vinson has skillfully preserved the mixed meter rhythmic flavor of the original but in a very playable version for younger bands.
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Composed in 1925 by Spanish composer Jaime Texidor, this attractive, moderately paced march (paso doble) has a proven long-lasting appeal and musicality. Authentically adapted here by James Curnow, this version for flexible instrumentation will sound great for virtually any occasion.
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Powerful themes from the first “Pirates” movie, The Curse of the Black Pearl.
Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation. Written using just five parts (plus percussion), these arrangements will work with virtually ANY combination of brass, woodwinds, or even strings. Dur: 2:30
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Composed in 1959 by Mongo Santamaria, “Afro Blue” became one of the earliest jazz standards written in an Afro-Cuban style. This creative setting for concert band utilizes the African bembé rhythm, along with characteristic melodies and harmonies alternating between various sections of the band. Also a great vehicle for engaging your percussion section while introducing your students to an important and appealing musical genre. Dur: ca. 2:30
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One of the most recognizable movie themes of all time! With its slinky swing style and familiar melody, this arrangement for flexible instrumentation is sure to become one of your most requested tunes.
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Sung by the character Maui (Dwayne Johnson) from the Disney hit movie Moana, this catchy tune features a light-hearted style and a melody that sticks with you. Perfect for a change of pace on any concert.
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“Wind Machines” can refer either to the various machines that are driven by the wind, or the soaring sound of a wind band. In a cinematic style, this composition takes us high in the sky, soaring above the majestic landscape in a glider. The bold rhythms, effective scoring and artful interplay between sections gives this piece the sophisticated sound and intensity of a much more advanced piece. Dur: ca. 2:20
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The final movement of Percy Grainger's masterwork Lincolnshire Posy is arranged here for younger bands with reduced instrumentation. Similar to his earlier adaptation of “Horkstow Grange”, Michael Sweeney carefully maintains the structural and harmonic integrity of the original while providing an authentic-sounding version at an easy level. Certain to become a “must have” for the young band repertoire. (Grade 2.5) Dur: 2:50
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Here is an emotion-filled arrangement for young players based on the folk tune Down to the River to Pray, which is thought to have been composed by an African-American slave. There is an element of sadness in the music, but also a glimmer of hope as the slaves dream of freedom and being reunited with family and friends. Dur: 2:45
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Parade of the Mummies is a whimsical and lively composition that invites listeners on a fantastical procession of ancient mummies coming to life and parading through the streets! Packed with plenty of variety, creepy effects, and sinister frame, this is a fun choice for any occasion, but especially for Halloween! Dur: ca. 2:30
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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
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