SKU: LO.99-1954L

UPC: 000308108576.

The glorious sounds of Christmas ring continuously from beginning to end in this magnificent montage of four joyous carols of the season. Rhythmically, the bell parts are not difficult, and are scored with ample doubling for balance and added confidence. The keyboard part may be performed on organ or piano. For the greatest effect, have your ringers and congregation/audience experience the dynamic Brant Adams orchestration either with the available full score and parts or with the Accompaniment CD.

SKU: CL.CTS-8041-01

Symphonic Variations on In Dulci Jubilo promotes joy and celebration. â??In Dulci Jubiloâ?? is Latin for â??in sweet rejoicingâ??. The lovely choral beginning features the familiar carol Good Christian Men, Rejoice, and forms the groundwork for this unique setting of this timeless traditional Christmas carol. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.

SKU: AP.24708S

UPC: 038081268606. English.

Finally, a rap/rock piece with real educational value! Consistent with many established approaches, students will learn new sixteenth-note rhythms typically introduced in the first or second year of instruction through rap (speech rhythms), which will ensure accuracy when played on instruments later. There are also plenty of fun licks to play on instruments using easier rhythms (nothing harder than eighth notes). This one is such great fun that students will hardly know they're learning!

SKU: FG.55011-334-3

ISBN 9790550113343.

Composer, pianist and conductor Kirmo Lintinen is equally at home in jazz as in the world of classical music. Since the turn of the millennium, his main job has specifically been composing concert music. Stylistically, he has found his biggest inspiration in the Baroque and in early 20th-century Neoclassicism. He composed Rieha (Frolic) as a commission from the Crusell Music Festival in Uusikaupunki, Finland, as the obligatory piece for its international clarinet competition, and it was premiered by the semi-finalists in July 2009.
The first part of Rieha is dominated by spurting arpeggios, trills and changing tempos. Following this impulsive opening is a brief respite, after which the piano and clarinet begin competing, tossing each other quick, accented semiquaver figures. The rhythm soon becomes syncopated and the piece enters the longest section, a sort of hypertuned, lurching ragtime. The closing section recalls all the work's motifs before burning itself out and vanishing like smoke.
Rieha is a consummate virtuoso piece demanding nimble fingers, sharp articulation and a command of tone in all the clarinet's registers. The piano is more than just an accompanying instrument; it is an equal partner. The biggest challenge for the players is synchronising their parts: the changing tempos and metres, and the alternation of quick figures keep the performers on their toes and the audience alert.

SKU: FJ.B1869S

English.

The nostalgic sounds of the American Civil War come to life in this anthology of sentimental ballads, spirited anthems, and authentic military fife, bugle, and drum calls. Featured songs include The Irish Volunteer, Aura Lea, and The Battle Cry of Freedom. An interdisciplinary work well suited for concert, contest, or military holiday programming.

About FJH Developing Band

Slightly more advanced than beginning band. Clarinet 1 begins to play over the break. Rhythms and ranges are expanded to accommodate the end of first-year as well as second-year instruction. Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.50902S

ISBN 9781470666934. UPC: 038081585543. English.

Courageous Spirit, by Michael Kamuf, is a musical celebration of the bravery we summon in the face of uncertainty. The piece features bold and contrasting melodies, making it an ideal choice to reinforce slurs and accents with your students. Additionally, the work provides an opportunity to support and explore the SEL competency of Responsible Decision-Making during rehearsals. Whether as an opening or closing selection, this piece is perfect for your next concert! (1:40).