Courage
Harold Bennett; arranged by Larry Clark

Another of the delightful marches Henry Fillmore wrote under the pseudonym of Harold Bennett, has been re-set for young band by the expert hand of Larry Clark. Typically tuneful, Courage has three characteristically memorable tunes (1st strain, 2nd strain & trio) and the usual distinctive and memorable counter-themes. It will be a joy for young musicians to play.

Duration: 2' Key: Eb Ranges: Trumpet - F; Horn - D; Trombone - High Eb
FPS34 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)

Dance of the Thunderbolts
Larry Clark

Vigorous and aggressive in style, this piece was designed to meet the specifications of the sixth grade band at J.T. Lambert Middle School in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania that commissioned it. Featuring antiphonal effects in the percussion section and between winds and brass this piece is a powerful demonstration of Larry Clark's skill at writing for young performers.

Duration: 2'40" Key: Eb Ranges: Trumpet - D; Horn - Eb; Trombone - Middle C
FPS37 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)

Eclipsys
Sean O'Loughlin

Sean O'Loughlin at his exciting best is on view in this rousing and serious piece. Vividly scored, Eclipsys gives each section plenty to do as they share the two basic and related melodic ideas, frequently alternating the various motives. The percussion section calls for shaker and claves in addition to the usual drums and cymbals. This is a winning selection for a developing band.

Duration: 2' Key: C Minor Ranges: Trumpet - D; Horn - D; Trombone - Middle C
FPS30 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)

Meet the Masters
L. Van Beethoven, Antonin Dvorák, and P.I. Tchaikovsky; arranged by Joseph Compello

The famous opening of Beethoven's Symphony No. 5, segues into the theme from the last movement of Dvorák's New World Symphony (Symphony No. 9) in this great classical medley, ideal for introducing young musicians to the classical style. Meet the Masters ends with a fine setting of the quick step section from the end of the 1812 Overture by Tchaikovsky, complete with simulated cannon blasts. This is a great selection for a developing younger ensemble.

Duration: 2'10" Keys: C Minor, Eb Ranges: Trumpet - C; Horn - D; Trombone - Middle C
FPS35 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)

Recess Rock
Joseph Compello

Joe Compello's sly sense of humor and musical wit give this light and breezy little piece a large component of charm. The flavor of early, classic rock and Latin rock is in the air and the piquant scoring will make your audience smile with pleasure. Recess Rock is also a great piece to use for reinforcing good counting habits and clean articulation.

Duration: 2'25" Key: Bb Ranges: Trumpet - C; Horn - C; Trombone - Bb
FPS32 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)

Santa's Parade
Traditional Christmas Carols; arranged by Andrew Balent

Pure pleasure is the name of the game in this fun-filled Christmas piece by master arranger Andrew Balent. His usual skill is much in evidence as he weaves together a cornucopia full of familiar Christmas tunes from "O Come All Ye Faithful" and "Good King Wenceslas" to "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and "Deck the Halls." The audience will enjoy trying to identify all the tunes as they pass by smartly in review!

Duration: 2' Key: Eb Ranges: Trumpet - D; Horn - Bb; Trombone - Middle C
FPS31 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)

Triumph
Alan Lee Silva

Triumph is a substantial concert piece in the American style. It has a strong heroic main theme that is contained within the compass of an octave. The scoring is expertly tailored to the grade level and colorfully supports the singing character of the melodic material and provides many points of effective contrast between the various instrumental sections.

Duration: 2' Key: Bb Ranges: Trumpet - E; Horn - D; Trombone - High D
FPS33 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)

Uprising
Robert Thurston

Uprising is very martial in character, with a forceful and declamatory opening that will grab the attention of the audience right away. There are some nice contrasts in the scoring, alternations of legato and marcato playing and two invigorating percussion breaks, that help propel this exciting piece to its dynamic conclusion.

Duration: 2'30" Key: D Minor Ranges: Trumpet - D; Horn - D; Trombone - High D
FPS36 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)

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