Symphonic Band
(Medium / Medium Difficult — Purple Cover)
• Standard concert band instrumentation
• Difficulty within reason for high school groups
• Unusual instruments cross-cued
• Expanded percussion section, increased instrument options
• Mature pieces of high musical value |
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| 1. BURST |
| by Sean O'Loughlin |
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Grade: 5
Duration: 3:10
Key: F Major - C minor
A tour de force concert opener (or a striking closer) that rips right out of the gate with a four-note motive functioning as the genesis for the rest of the piece. It comes complete with bursts of brass fanfares, woodwind flourishes, percussion interjections, and biting harmonies that build tension only resolved at the final chord. This piece packs an incredible amount of music in a short period of time. Before you know it—wham! It’s over. One of O’Loughlin’s finest works to date! |
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| SPS36 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| SPS36F |
Full Score |
$15.00 |
| SPS36P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 2. SHENANDOAH'S SIMPLE GIFTS |
| by Larry Clark |
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Grade: 4
Duration: 5:08
Key: F Major - Bb Major - Ab Major
Two of the most popular American folk songs are ingeniously combined in this outstanding setting by composer Larry Clark. It begins with the gentle flow of the river, followed by full statements of folk songs “Shenandoah” and “Simple Gifts.” A brass cascade leads into a marvelous buildup to the climax of the piece, where both songs are heard simultaneously. Shenandoah’s Simple Gifts has all the makings to become part of the standard reportoire. |
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| SPS32 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| SPS32F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| SPS32P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 3. FANFARE AND PATROL |
| by Carl Strommen |
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Grade: 5
Duration: 4:20
Key: Bb Major
Beginning with a Copland-esque brass and percussion fanfare, this piece leads to an all-out lush harmonic flourish, subsiding into a military-style patrol march, with the sounds of echoes, evoking troops marching over the hill and then moving away. Fanfare and Patrol finishes off with the climactic return of the main fanfare. |
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| SPS31 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| SPS31F |
Full Score |
$15.00 |
| SPS31P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 4. PROCESSION OF THE ACADEMICS |
| David Maslanka |
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Grade: 5
Duration: 5:52
Key: Eb Major - C Major - Eb Major
Written for the sesquicentennial of Illinois State University, the piece is a marvelous example of the sheer talent of composer David Maslanka. The piece has all of his impressive, compositional signa-tures in processional style for the advanced ensemble. Procession of the Academics will work well as a concert selection or for any kind of ceremonial purpose. |
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| SPS35 |
Concert Band |
$95.00 |
| SPS35F |
Full Score |
$20.00 |
| SPS35P |
Individual Part |
$4.50 |
Recorded by the Illinois State University
Wind Symphony,
Stephen K. Steele, Conductor. |
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| 5. CHICAGO (That Toddlin' Town) |
| by Fred Fisher, arranged by Jerry Nowak |
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Grade: 4
Duration: 2:48
Key: Eb Major - F Major
This standard popular song from the early-twentieth century is given a full-blown jazz treatment by prominent arranger Jerry Nowak. Perfect for a pops concert or for community bands, this arrangement has a lush, big band sound, contrasted by the jazz waltz middle section. Chicago will definitely become one of your audience’s favorite pieces. |
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| SPS34 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| SPS34F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| SPS34P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 6. I WONDER AS I WANDER |
Traditional Appalachian Melody,
arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram and Larry Clark |
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Grade: 4
Duration: 3:41
Key: G minor - C minor
This setting of the hauntingly beautiful Appalachian folk song/carol was originally written for choir by Ruth Elaine Schram and published by Carl Fischer in 2007 (CM9001). It has now been scored for concert band and can be perfomed by band alone or with the Schram choral setting, giving you some great performance options. I Wonder As I Wander is a musically satisfying representation of this lovely Christmas carol. |
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| SPS33 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| SPS33F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| SPS33P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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THE CLASSIC BANDS
from Carl Fischer Music and Theodore Presser Company |
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| 7. TRIUMPHAL ODE |
| by Howard Hanson, arranged by James Ripley |
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Grade: 5
Duration: 6:28
Key: Bb Major
Triumphal Ode is a recently discovered and formerly unpublished Howard Hanson band piece. Editor James Ripley came upon it during his research at the Eastman School of Music. It appears to have been written in 1918 and therefore would be considered the first wind band piece by an American composer. A historically significant and musically interesting piece from Hanson’s early career, Triumphal Ode is typical of his neo-romantic sensibilities and is a significant addition to the band repertoire. |
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| J760 |
Concert Band |
$95.00 |
| J760F |
Full Score |
$20.00 |
| J760P |
Individual Part |
$4.50 |
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8. THE ROOSTERS LAY EGGS IN KANSAS
(Sousa's Favorite Encore)
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| by Mayhew Lake, edited by Robert E. Foster |
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Grade: 4
Duration: 1:03
Key: C Major
A good friend of Sousa, Mayhew Lake wrote this fun “tongue-in-cheek” ditty as an encore for Sousa’s band. Unpretentious and simple, what you see is what you get. Short, sweet, and funny! It’s sure to leave your audience with smiles on their faces. |
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| J759 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| J759F |
Full Score |
$15.00 |
| J759P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| Also, from Theodore Presser Company: |
9. ELEGY FOR A YOUNG AMERICAN |
| by Ronald Lo Presti |
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Grade: 5
Duration: 6:39
Key: C Major
Written to honor the memory of President John F. Kennedy, this somber work has been a staple in the repertoire for many years and is on most lists as one of the top pieces in literature. It is our hope that by this re-promotion, a new generation of band directors and musicians will become familiar with this classic work. |
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| 115-40083 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| 115-40083F |
Full Score |
$8.50 |
| 115-40083P |
Individual Part |
$2.00 |
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| 10. WILLIAM TELL OVERTURE |
Gioacchino Rossini
Arranged by Erik W. G. Leidzen, edited by Tommy J. Fry |
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Grade: 6
Duration: 3:15
key: Ab Major - F Major
One of the great, classic transcriptions of the concert band repertoire, Leidzen’s famous arrangement of the most popular and beloved of Rossini’s opera overtures has been reissued in a fine, new, modern edition edited by Tommy J. Fry. From the atmospheric opening, through the brilliant storm sequence and following pastorale (with its English horn solo), to the final quick march—this is a dazzling survey of what a talented modern band should be able to achieve. |
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| J376 |
Concert Band |
$200.00 |
| J376F |
Full Score |
$30.00 |
| J376P |
Individual Part |
$5.00 |
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| MICHAEL COLGRASS |
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| 11. MYSTERIOUS VILLAGE |
| Michael Colgrass |
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Grade: 4
Duration: 6:11
Key: Atonal
Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Michael Colgrass continues to write music on commission specifically for school ensembles. Mysterious Village contains some easy tone clusters and modern compositional tech-niques in this mystical and subtle addition to the school band repertoire. This wonderful piece has already been recognized for inclusion in the Teaching Music Through Performance in Band series of texts. |
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| COL9 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| COL9F |
Full Score |
$15.00 |
| COL9P |
Individual Part |
$3.50 |
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| AUTHENTIC FILLMORE EDITIONS |
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| 12. GIFTED LEADERSHIP (March) |
| by Henry Fillmore, ed. by Robert E. Foster |
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Grade: 4
Duration: 3:07
Key: Eb Major - Ab Major
Gifted Leadership is a most interesting march with some unique scoring that sets it apart from many more ordinary marches. The woodwind parts are especially intriguing, with much more variety and independence than is frequently found in a traditional march. Fillmore wrote this march to honor the leadership of famed band leader and cornet soloist Frank Simon. It is authentically presented here as Fillmore intended, carefully edited by Robert E. Foster. |
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| CB134 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| CB134F |
Full Score |
$15.00 |
| CB1346P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 13. THE PRESIDENT'S MARCH |
| by Henry Fillmore, ed. by Robert E. Foster |
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Grade: 4
Duration: 2:37
Key: F Major - Bb Major
A delightful new edition of a classic Fillmore march, authentically presented by editor Robert E. Foster. It was written to honor the president of the University of Miami, an institution with which Fillmore had many connections. This was the last march that Fillmore wrote before his death in 1956. The President’s March is a mature composition from a respected icon in the history of the concert band. |
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| CB135 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| CB135F |
Full Score |
$15.00 |
| CB135P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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Concert Band
(Medium Easy to Medium – Green Cover)
• Instrumentation uses two flutes, three clarinets, three trumpets, two horns,
and three trombone parts.
• Difficulty ranges from Grades 3 to 3.5.
• Generous cross-cueing of exposed or solo parts.
• Use of expanded percussion writing.
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing groups. |
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| 14. IMPACT |
| by Sean O'Loughlin |
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Grade: 3.5
Duration: 5:28
Key: C minor
As the title implies, this piece truly packs a punch with its bold, rhythmic and harmonic punctuations. These features are framed by a distinctive melody, with well placed “blue” notes, giving it a sense of intrigue. This is signature Sean O’Loughlin at his best. The main material is contrasted by a beautiful slow section, which then returns to the intense central theme. A contest piece that will certainly make any band sound its best. |
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| CPS83 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS83F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS83P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 15. KING COTTON (March) |
| by John Philip Sousa, arranged by Andrew Balent |
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Grade: 3
Duration: 2:40
Key: Eb Major - Ab Major
First introduced by Sousa in 1895, this march has become one of his most popular. Andrew Balent has worked his magic to tame the difficulties down for the abilities of the advancing band. Best of all, the result does not sound diluted in the least. This is what Balent does best! |
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| CPS80 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| CPS80F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS80P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 16. TWIST OF FATE |
| by Larry Clark |
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Grade: 3.5
Duration: 4:15
Key: D minor
Musical twists and turns abound in this compositional departure for composer Larry Clark. It contains all of his impeccable scoring and attention to detail, but is a refreshing change in sound and technique for this adept composer. The piece is at times energetic, and at other times, lyrical. Elusive and ever-changing in harmonic structure and rhythmic content, it all adds up to an exceptional new piece by one of the most popular composers of band music today. |
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| CPS84 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS84F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS84P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 17. MOUNTAIN DANCE |
| by Ed Kiefer |
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Grade: 3.5
Duration: 3:43
Key: F minor
Mountain Dance contains three Appalachian folk songs: “Cluck Old Hen,” “Sourwood Mountain,” and “Poor Polly.” It was written to depict the Appalachian region of the country and its heritage of bluegrass music and fine musicianship. Hints of Irish music can be heard, as many of the folk songs from this area were developed by the Irish immigrants who settled in this part of the country. These inluences are beautifully embedded in a truly symphonic setting by composer Ed Kiefer. |
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| CPS78 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS78F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS78P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 18. NGOMA ZA KENYA (I. Jambo) |
| by Paul Basler |
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Grade: 3.5
Duration: 2:58
Key: C Major
“I. Jambo” is the first movement of a larger composition entitled Ngoma za Kenya. Written while composer Paul Basler studied in Kenya, the piece reflects the joyous optimism of the country’s people. It is riddled with energetic rhythms, harmonies, and melodies from the indigenous music of Kenya. Bands will have a great time playing this piece! |
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| CPS76 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS76F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS76P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 19. TRILOGY |
| I. In Changing Times, II. Lament, III. The Final Journey |
| by Bill Calhoun |
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Grade: 3.5
Duration: I. 1:34 - II. 3:57 - III. 2:45
Key: Bb Major - C minor - Eb Major
Three distinct movements make up this dynamic new suite by composer Bill Calhoun. The first movement, “In Changing Times,” is written in a fanfare style, contrasted by the ponderous second movement, “Lament,” which leads to the joyous concluding movement, “The Final Journey.” A multitude of styles, timbres, and textures show off the composer’s eloquence with the modern concert band. |
Click on movement
titles above |
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| CPS72 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS72F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS72P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 20. HIGHLAND CELEBRATION |
| by Alan Lee Silva |
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Grade: 3
Duration: 3:36
Key: Eb Major - F Major
Written with the lilt and flavor of the Scottish Highlands, this original Alan Lee Silva piece is a joyous new addition to the concert band repertoire. The pulsing 6/8 rhythms are contrasted by momentary feelings of 3/4, as the melody floats over punctuated harmonies. This piece contains contrast, with a slower middle section featuring a divine flute melody, accompanied by the sound of “bagpipe” drones in the other voices. This grand Scottish-style melody develops to a climax before the wistful return of the main theme, and an up-tempo coda completes the piece. |
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| CPS82 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS82F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS82P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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21. INFERNAL DANCE and FINALE
(from the Ballet "The Firebird") |
| by Igor Stravinsky, arranged by Andrew Balent |
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Grade: 3.5
Duration: 4:49
key: A minor - Bb Major
This arrangement is shockingly similar to the original Stravinsky work, maintaining the piece’s full sound, but remaining within the reach of most high school groups. In this setting, Andrew Balent gives us a reduced version of the Infernal Dance, followed by the beautiful and memorable finale. A challenging work, but well worth the effort. |
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| CPS81 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS81F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS81P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 22. QUEEN CITY (March) |
| by W. H. Boorn, arr. Laurie Lafferty |
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Grade: 3
Duration: 2:32
Key: Eb Major - Ab Major
Written as a tribute to Cincinnati (the Queen City), this is a well-known march by a relatively obscure composer. Arranger and music educator Laurie Lafferty brings us a new edition of this tuneful little gem for use as a contest/festival warm-up march. |
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| CPS77 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| CPS77F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS77P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 23. VOICES OF THE WORLD |
| by Bill Calhoun |
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Grade: 3
Duration: 4:02
Key: F Major
A refreshing composition in a modern yet accessible style. The melodies are tuneful, memorable, and upbeat. The contrasting slower section will highlight the expressive playing of your ensemble. Voices of the World flows effortlessly; an exceptional new piece in the reportoire from new Carl Fischer Music composer Bill Calhoun. Bill is a composer to watch for more exciting music in the years to come. |
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| CPS74 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| CPS74F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS74P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 24. BOM DIA (March) |
| by Andrew Balent |
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Grade: 3
Duration: 3:26
Key: Eb Major - Ab Major - Eb Major
Bom Dia (pronounced “Bom Gee-ahh”) means “good morning” in Brazilian Portuguese. This cheerful piece uses the form of the Brazilian choro, with three melodies played in A-B-A-C-A order. An original march, Bom Dia was inspired by Andrew Balent’s frequent trips to Brazil. This piece will serve as a welcome change this year for directors seeking a new warm-up march for a contest or festival. |
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| CPS73 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| CPS73F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS73P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 25. FROM THIS VALLEY (Fantasy on Red River Valley) |
| by Gregory B. Rudgers |
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Grade: 3.5
Duration: 4:21
Key: Bb Major
A fantasy on the folk song “Red River Valley,” composer Gregory Rudgers’s stunning new composition ranges from dramatic to lush and lyrical, accented by occasional, whimsical drifts. He employs all of the forces of the modern concert band to their fullest in this symphonic presentation. Ideal for a contest or festival. |
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| CPS79 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS79F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS79P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 26. RONDO FESTIVO |
| by Joseph Compello |
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Grade: 3.5
Duration: 3:20
Key: Eb Major
An effortless dance-like composition written in 5/4 time that remains graceful despite its uneven meter. It sounds carefree and joyous, but demands careful attention to rhythmic detail, improving the skills of your advancing band. It will work wonderfully as a selection for a contest or festival. |
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| CPS71 |
Concert Band |
$85.00 |
| CPS71F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS71P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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| 27. SPIRITS BRIGHT |
| by Gregory B. Rudgers |
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Grade: 3
Duration: 4:23
Key: Bb Major
Spirits Bright was inspired by the idea that the holiday season, while a time of joy and peace, may also be a time of reflection on and acknowledgement of the year’s passing. The work is an expression of the nostalgia and wistfulness we experience during the holidays; a time when we remember friends and family, both present and past. Spirits Bright evokes the bittersweet warmth of a fire in the fireplace, chestnuts roasting, snow falling gently, and jingle bells. |
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| CPS75 |
Concert Band |
$75.00 |
| CPS75F |
Full Score |
$12.00 |
| CPS75P |
Individual Part |
$4.00 |
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Young Band
(Easy to Medium Easy – Red Cover)
• Instrumentation uses one flute, two clarinets, two trumpets,
one horn, and one tuba.
• Difficulty ranges from Grades 2 to 2.5.
• Second clarinet stays below break.
• Active percussion scoring.
• Limited independence of part writing. |
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| 28. THE SPIRIT OF AN EAGLE |
| by Larry Clark |
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Grade: 2
Duration: 4:04
Key: Bb Major
This piece is meant to depict the majestic beauty and soaring flight of the eagle. Wrought in standard overture form, the main theme is brisk and angular, while the slower lyrical melody is stately and flowing. It will show off the developing musicianship of each young band member. Larry Clark knows exactly how to make a young group sound its best. |
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| YPS73 |
Concert Band |
$60.00 |
| YPS73F |
Full Score |
$10.00 |
| YPS73P |
Individual Part |
$3.50 |
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| 29. NIAGARA |
| by Gregory B. Rudgers |
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Grade: 2.5
Duration: 5:35
Key: Eb lydian - F Major - Eb lydian
Niagara Falls has held the fascination of human beings from the time the very first Native American heard the low thunder of the falls and followed the sound to the mighty cascade. Niagara captures three important elements of the history and legends surrounding the Falls, and takes the listener on a journey through time. It consists of three sections, with an ancient Iroquois melody serving as their musical foundation. |
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| YPS68 |
Concert Band |
$60.00 |
| YPS68F |
Full Score |
$10.00 |
| YPS68P |
Individual Part |
$3.50 |
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| 30. RUMINATIONS |
| by Sean O'Loughlin |
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Grade: 2.5
Duration: 3:50
Key: G minor
“Lush,” “reflective,” and “pensive” best describe this emotional piece by composer Sean O’Loughlin. Ruminations is chock-full of opportunities for the young band to play expressively and to learn to stretch and pull a phrase. Playing slow, lyrical music is the best way to improve these skills and this year, this is the piece with which to do it. |
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| YPS75 |
Concert Band |
$60.00 |
| YPS75F |
Full Score |
$10.00 |
| YPS75P |
Individual Part |
$3.50 |
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| 31. OF KINGS AND KINGDOMS |
| by Bill Calhoun |
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Grade: 2
Duration: 3:50
Key: Eb Major
Harkening back to the days of knights, fair ladies, and kings, this original piece by newcomer Bill Calhoun uses the sounds and musical language from this era in a modern way. Of Kings and Kingdoms alternates between the majesty of kings and the dancing of serfs. Let your contest list committee know about this dynamic new piece for young bands! |
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| YPS70 |
Concert Band |
$60.00 |
| YPS70F |
Full Score |
$10.00 |
| YPS70P |
Individual Part |
$3.50 |
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| 32. WILL DRUM FOR FOOD |
| by Carl Strommen |
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Grade: 2.5
Duration: 3:01
Key: Eb Major
No disrespect to percussionists, but this piece is for those headbangers in the back of the band! It is a great way to feature them and you may even want to bring them to the front, but be careful, they may just take over! This piece is tons of fun! |
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| YPS69 |
Concert Band |
$60.00 |
| YPS69F |
Full Score |
$10.00 |
| YPS69P |
Individual Part |
$3.50 |
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| 33. A NEW DAY |
| by Alan Lee Silva |
