Drawing on the rich and varied tradition of Celtic folk songs, this piece opens with the touching and melodious “The Parting Glass.” The flutes and percussion take center stage on the dance-like “Tha Mi Sgith (A Fairy's Love Song)”, then finally the entire band gets into the act for the rousing finish. Dur: 3:05 (Includes full performance CD)
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Here is a very playable yet effectively powerful setting of highlights from the hit Broadway musical about the Wicked Witch of the West. Includes: No One Mourns the Wicked, Dancing Through Life, Defying Gravity and For Good.
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Here is a very easy arrangement of the familiar music from Jurassic Park. Now even beginning players can enjoy one of John Williams' most iconic themes.
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Composed by John Powell, the exciting and emotionally powerful music from the DreamWorks film How to Train Your Dragon has taken on a life of its own. Here is an adaptation for younger bands by Johnnie Vinson that includes the tender lyricism as well as dramatic heroic moments of the original.
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Cleverly arranged to showcase each instrument on a well-known Disney tune, here's the perfect recruiting tool for your next concert tour of the elementary schools! It's also an entertaining medley for any concert. Includes: A Whole New World (full band), Let It Go (Clarinets), Arabian Nights (Oboe), Beauty and the Beast (Flutes), We Don't Talk About Bruno (Saxes), Remember Me (Trumpets), Can You Feel the Love Tonight (F Horns), You've Got a Friend in Me (Trombones/Baritones), Under the Sea (Percussion), and You're Welcome (bass instruments).
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Written entirely in 4/4 and using a single tempo throughout, Richard has created a marvelous work for young players that features logical pacing and variety along with a keen sense of rhythmic momentum. Using a recurring interlude for percussion and bluesy elements in the melody, this is effective as a concert piece and also just plain fun to play! Dur: 2:55
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Drawing on the rich and varied tradition of Celtic folk songs, this piece opens with the touching and melodious “The Parting Glass.” The flutes and percussion take center stage on the dance-like “Tha Mi Sgith (A Fairy's Love Song)”, then finally the entire band gets into the act for the rousing finish. Dur: 3:05 (Includes full performance CD)
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The power and intensity of our ever-changing marine environment is portrayed in this descriptive work for young players. Incorporating a simple melodic motif along with syncopated rhythmic energy, Michael Oare effectively depicts the power of nature's most violent storms. Opening with a calm, yet foreboding introduction, the work quickly transforms as the storm draws near. Thundering bass drum rolls, driving rhythmic and melodic ostinatos, and dynamic and textural contrasts propel the piece towards a bold and exciting conclusion. (Grade 2) Dur: 2:55
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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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This pop hit recorded by Mariah Carey in 1994 continues to be a holiday favorite year after year. Starting with a moderate tempo and lyrical introduction, this very effective arrangement for young bands moves into an upbeat swing style with a nice variety in scoring textures and dynamics.
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St. Petersburg is today considered the cultural heart of modern day Russia. This original march from Johnnie Vinson is evocative of this city's rich and exciting history of intrigue, revolution and mystery. Expertly scored for young bands, this unique and fresh-sounding work paints a musical picture of frigid winters, magnificent castles and imposing cathedrals. A wonderful addition to the march repertoire for band. Dur: 2:20
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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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This striking overture has established itself as a staple in many band programs across the country and appear on many state lists as well. Bold and exciting, this composition provides a wealth of variety and teaching material in an attractive setting that students love to play.
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This Russian Orthodox-style choral anthem was composed in 1912. It was one of Chesnokov's last sacred works, and one he never heard performed. Michael Brown has skillfully and faithfully recreated this memorable chorale for young players using reduced instrumentation suitable even for smaller ensembles. Dur: 2:30
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An American musical phenomenon, the circus march (or “gallop” or “screamer”) was commonly used during the circus heyday as a way to stir up enthusiasm for the various acts and excite the crowds. Grand Galop is a concert march for young players in the circus march tradition, and is guaranteed to raise the excitement level of any concert or festival. With modest technical and range demands, you are invited to play this as fast as you dare! Dur: 1:50 (or less)
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This very playable yet effectively powerful setting of highlights from the hit Broadway musical about the life and times of the Wicked Witch of the West is now available in flexible format. Includes: No One Mourns the Wicked; Dancing Through Life; Defying Gravity and For Good.
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Though written with the young band in mind, this exciting composition packs plenty of drama and intensity in less than 2 minutes! Featuring active percussion writing, powerful brass statements and woodwind flourishes, this is a perfect program opener for any occasion or festival. (Grade 2.5) Dur: 1:50
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This impressive teaching piece features a mixture of the melodic and harmonic minor forms, and a shifting of accents brought about by changing meters. Your students will love learning the aggressive, bold style that comes with the changing rhythms.
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Grab your bass and join the caroling party with this book featuring 24 holiday classics, including: Carol of the Bells • Deck the Hall • God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen • Hark! The Herald Angels Sing • Jingle Bells • Joy to the World • O Christmas Tree • O Come, All Ye Faithful • O Holy Night • Up on the Housetop • We Three Kings of Orient Are • We Wish You a Merry Christmas • and more.
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Written entirely in 4/4 and using a single tempo throughout, Richard has created a marvelous work for young players that features logical pacing and variety along with a keen sense of rhythmic momentum. Using a recurring interlude for percussion and bluesy elements in the melody, this is effective as a concert piece and also just plain fun to play! Dur: 2:55
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Originally recorded by Mariah Carey in 1994, this familiar tune has become a perennial holiday favorite. Scored for flexible instrumentation, this appealing arrangement features the moderate swing style of the original following the opening rubato section. Easy to learn, and sure to brighten up any concert.
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Here is a terrific sounding concert march written in a traditional Spanish style. Utilizing elements of the habañera rhythm and featuring a harmonic shift from minor in the beginning to major at the end, this makes a nice alternative to the usual march style piece. Dur: 2:30
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The 2010 movie How to Train Your Dragon has become a film classic and John Powell's masterful soundtrack beautifully captures the dramatic moments and mood of the story. Here are the main themes from the soundtrack in a terrific setting for flexible instrumentation.
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Featuring the familiar themes from the original “Pirates” movie, here is an easy flex version of this stirring and dramatic music.
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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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Here are all your favorite Nutcracker themes rolled into a clever and lighthearted medley. For added excitement, appoint an official time keeper and use a big hourglass-type egg timer or a projected digital stopwatch so the audience can track your progress as the band frantically races to finish under 3 minutes. (An accelerando is built-in at the end in case you need to make up time!)
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The power and intensity of our ever-changing marine environment is portrayed in this descriptive work for young players. Incorporating a simple melodic motif along with syncopated rhythmic energy, Michael Oare effectively depicts the power of nature's most violent storms. Opening with a calm, yet foreboding introduction, the work quickly transforms as the storm draws near. Thundering bass drum rolls, driving rhythmic and melodic ostinatos, and dynamic and textural contrasts propel the piece towards a bold and exciting conclusion. (Grade 2) Dur: 2:55
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