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Very Easy
Playable at the end of most 1st year method books
Written for an Elementary School Band, whose students wanted a piece that would reflect the struggle of the rain forests to survive, Into the Mist is dramatic and colorful. Unusual sounds from handmade drums and rainsticks are called for in music that is exotic, yet accessible.
FPS24 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)
This bright and freshly scored arrangement, carefully tailored for younger musicians, will introduce a classic Harold Bennett (also known as Henry Fillmore) march to a whole new generation.
FPS26 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)
Joseph Compello's knack for writing infectious music for young players is displayed to great advantage in this delightful and tuneful taste of the tango style. A wonderful way to reinforce good counting habits in syncopated music and have fun while learning an influential popular style.
FPS22 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)
Fresh and surprising, Rondino Scherzino, makes inventive use of percussion instruments to articulate the rondo-like recurrences of the memorable main theme. A delight to play and listen to, this clever piece will be a favorite with both band and audience.
FPS27 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)
Perfectly scored for younger players, Air and Caprice is a classically balanced piece in two distinct tempos (Adagio and Allegro), with nicely related but contrasting musical materials. It will be an excellent choice for concert and contest performance.
FPS29 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)
This is a clever medley of classical favorites that kicks off with a grandiose setting of the opening of Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, continues with excerpts from Johann Strauss' beloved Blue Danube Waltz and the opening theme of Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik and concludes with the rollicking Can-Can from Gaite Parisienne. A light-hearted medley that is a delight to experience and a perfect way to introduce these classic pieces to young performers.
FPS23 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)
Trombone Blues is a swingin' original trombone feature that will be terrific fun to play and provide a great introduction to the swing approach to rhythm and syncopation. The trombones get to "strut their stuff" and the band supports them with a lively, jazzy commentary.
FPS28 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75)
A grand and sonorous treatment of Mendelssohn's famous Christmas hymn, this selection will be a brilliant ornament to any holiday concert. The solemn joys of the season are well displayed in this audience pleasing arrangement by a great composer/arranger.
FPS25 ($45.00; 7.50; 2.75) |
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Into the Mist 
Project (March) 
Tango Mariana 
Rondino Scherzino 
Air and Caprice 
Philharmonic Phun Phest 
Trombone Blues 
Hark, the Herald Angels Sing