Composed by Mark Hayes (1953-). Choral. Sacred Anthem, Concert, Festival, General. Lorenz Publishing Company #10/5724L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company

Choral Bass 1, Bass 2, baritone voice tenor 1, tenor 2

SKU: CF.CM9634

Composed by Traditional Christmas Spiritual. Arranged by Ken Berg. Sws. Performance Score. 16 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 40 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9634. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9634).

ISBN 9781491157060. UPC: 680160915620. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: G major. English, English. Traditional Christmas Spiritual.

Berg's fantastic setting of this beloved American Christmas spiritual for advanced tenor-bass choirs tells a story of hope and meaning. The various textures throughout the a cappella arrangement with solos add much variety and musical interest. A holiday programming must!.
This beloved American Christmas Spiritual, like all spirituals and/or folk songs, tells a story. This is a story of hope and meaning. The introductory solo call and response (mm. 1-7) is hymnic in nature, just to get us started. (Think of it as an effective head fake!) The entrance at m. 8 from the upper three voices (we'll call them the trio part henceforth) is pivotal. They set the stage for the conversation between the singers and the soloist for the rest of the song. From this point, the song is basically a Jazz Trio in vocal form. The bass singers take on the role of the cool dude in the back wearing dark glasses and a beret playing the string bass. They provide the driving force for the forward movement of the entire song. The trio part, basically tenors 1 & 2 and baritones, take on the role of the keyboard providing chordal structure and syncopation. Their job is to fill the listener's ear with sound and rhythm. The soloist tells the story using the known melody and text with appropriate improv opportunities to keep the listeners focused on the message of the song. There is enough repetition to make for easy learning, but this also means that the chords need to snap into position cleanly every time. The Verses are easily identified (there are three) and presented with some small variations in Verse 3 (see mm. 56-58...this only happens once). The Refrain (mm. 30-37) is the part of the song where the singers switch from the Jazz Trio role and actually become a Men's Choral Ensemble. This Refrain is repeated after Verse 3 at mm. 66-71. Between verses 2 & 3, there is not a refrain. Instead, there is a bridge repeated from the introductory material, but used this time to move us into a new key signature. This can be a very exciting moment for the singers as well as the listeners! Measures 72-75 is known in the business as a vamp. It can be repeated once and then move on, OR it can be repeated multiple times, depending on the comfort level of the soloist and the response of the audience. It is important that there be a clear signal from the conductor as to how to end the vamp and move effectively to the actual coda of the song. The ending should be sung with tight control that only looks like reckless abandon! Faces bright; words clean; melody clear; rhythms precise! Enjoy.
This beloved American Christmas Spiritual, like all spirituals and/or folk songs, tells a story. This is a story of hope and meaning. The introductory solo call and response (mm. 1-7) is hymnic in nature, just to get us started. (Think of it as an effective head fake!)The entrance at m. 8 from the upper three voices (we’ll call them the “trio part” henceforth) is pivotal. They set the stage for the conversation between the singers and the soloist for the rest of the song. From this point, the song is basically a Jazz Trio in vocal form. The bass singers take on the role of the cool dude in the back wearing dark glasses and a beret playing the string bass. They provide the driving force for the forward movement of the entire song.The “trio part”, basically tenors 1 & 2 and baritones, take on the role of the keyboard providing chordal structure and syncopation. Their job is to fill the listener’s ear with sound and rhythm.The soloist tells the story using the known melody and text with appropriate improv opportunities to keep the listeners focused on the message of the song.There is enough repetition to make for easy learning, but this also means that the chords need to “snap into position” cleanly every time. The Verses are easily identified (there are three) and presented with some small variations in Verse 3 (see mm. 56-58…this only happens once).The Refrain (mm. 30-37) is the part of the song where the singers switch from the “Jazz Trio” role and actually become a “Men’s Choral Ensemble”. This Refrain is repeated after Verse 3 at mm. 66-71. Between verses 2 & 3, there is not a refrain. Instead, there is a bridge repeated from the introductory material, but used this time to move us into a new key signature. This can be a very exciting moment for the singers as well as the listeners!Measures 72-75 is known in the business as a “vamp”. It can be repeated once and then move on, OR it can be repeated multiple times, depending on the comfort level of the soloist and the response of the audience.It is important that there be a clear signal from the conductor as to how to end the “vamp” and move effectively to the actual coda of the song. The ending should be sung with tight control that only looks like reckless abandon!Faces bright; words clean; melody clear; rhythms precise! Enjoy.

(Percussion Trio Feature). Composed by Gregory Danner. For Soloist(s) with Concert Band (Piccolo, Flute 1, Flute 2, Oboe 1, Bb Clarinet 1, Bb Clarinet 2, Bb Clarinet 3, Bb Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Eb Alto Saxophone 1, Eb Alto Saxophone 2, Bb Tenor Saxophone, Eb Baritone Saxophone, Bb Trumpet 1, Bb Trumpet 2, Bb Trumpet 3, F Horn 1/2, F Horn 3/). Band Music. Grade 4. Score and parts. Duration 14:50. Published by C. Alan Publications

Composed by Paul David Thomas. Sws. Octavo. 16 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 8 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9647. Published by Carl Fischer Music

Composed by Robert W. Smith. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; SmartMusic. Belwin Young Band. Part(s); Score. 260 pages. Duration 3:45. Belwin Music #00-BD9962. Published by Belwin Music

Grade 3

SKU: AP.98-RWS222600

Composed by Hoefle. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2022. RWS Music Company #RWS-2226-00. Published by RWS Music Company (AP.98-RWS222600).

Tenacity is an aggressive, passionate piece that allows the musicians to express themselves. This driving piece features aggressive, colorful percussion writing that accompanies a driving bass line and pleading melodies. Does your band have Tenacity?

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: KN.61165S

Composed by Jeff Jarvis. Jazz Journey. Kendor Music Inc #61165S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.61165S).

UPC: 822795611655.

This chart conjures up mental images of driving on a curvy mountain road overlooking a picturesque desert valley. This exciting chart for advancing groups has a driving 12/8 funk feel that is sure to engage your band and audiences with its relentless intensity - but without excessive brass range demands (trumpet: D6 and trombone: G4). The harmonies are sturdy and the melodies are memorable. All instrumental sections have interesting, well-articulated parts and solo space is provide for guitar and piano. A guitar chord chard by Jim Greeson is included in each set. Duration 5:55.

Chamber Music String Quartet

SKU: PR.14440505S

Composed by Sydney F. Hodkinson. Full score. With Standard notation. 37 pages. Duration 17 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #144-40505S. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.14440505S).

UPC: 680160594603.

The most straightforward and shortest of any of my string quartets to date, the sixth employs only two thematic gestures which are used, perhaps obsessively, throughout: (a) brief melodic lines formed principally of sevenths, and (b) an ascending scale. The formal design is born out of the continual combining, interweaving and juxtaposition of these two elements, which collect themselves into two movements played without pause: the first predominantly slow and pensive, the second rhythmic and driving. Quartet No. 6 is approximately 16 minutes in duration. The score was commissioned by the Los Angeles-based Calder Quartet, four extremely talented young musicians with whom I performed at the Aspen, Colorado, Music Festival, and is dedicated to my wife, Elizabeth on the occasion of our fifty years together. The first movement is written in memory of my father-in-law Howard Deischer (1907 - 2005), who died during the course of composing. The work was completed in April of 2005 in Ormond-by-the-Sea, Florida. -- Sydney Hodkinson.
The most straightforward and shortest of any of my string quartets to date, the sixth employs only two thematic gestures which are used, perhaps obsessively, throughout: (a) brief melodic lines formed principally of sevenths, and (b) an ascending scale.  The formal design is born out of the continual combining, interweaving and juxtaposition of these two elements, which collect themselves into two movements played without pause: the first predominantly slow and pensive, the second rhythmic and driving.Quartet No. 6 is approximately 16 minutes in duration.  The score was commissioned by the Los Angeles-based Calder Quartet, four extremely talented young musicians with whom I performed at the Aspen, Colorado, Music Festival, and is dedicated to my wife, Elizabeth on the occasion of our fifty years together.  The first movement is written in memory of my father-in-law Howard Deischer (1907 – 2005), who died during the course of composing.  The work was completed in April of 2005 in Ormond-by-the-Sea, Florida.— Sydney Hodkinson.

Go, Tell It on the Mountain arranged by Susan Geschke. For handbell choir (2-3 octaves). Handbell music. Christmas, Sacred. Grade 2. Handbell score. 6 pages. Published by Hope Publishing Company

Arranged by Patsy Ford Simms. For Choir. (3-Part). Choral Octavo. Choral Designs. Spiritual. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon 1, Bassoon 2, Bongos, Chimes, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Mallet Percussion, Marimba, Oboe 1, Oboe 2, Percussion 1 and more. - Grade 4

SKU: CF.SPS80

Composed by Brant Karrick. Symphonic Band (SPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+8+4+4+8+16+16+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+6+12+12+4+4+6+6+6+6+8+6+2+4+14+36+4 pages. Duration 4 minutes, 10 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #SPS80. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SPS80).

ISBN 9781491152577. UPC: 680160910076. Key: Bb major.

With Wind and Water is a musical portrayal of an adventure on the high seas during the sailing age. It was during the 16th to the mid-19th century where large sailing vessels dominated global exploration, international trade, and naval warfare. The piece's compound meter provides the pulse of movement as it pitches and rolls with the rhythm of the waves. The driving main melodies convey the determination and courage of the explorers and their crew. Dissonant harmonies suggest rough seas, turbulent weather, and other constant dangers that sailors must endure. Finally, the ending sweeping melody and climax reflects the joy and triumph at arriving on a new land at the apex of a long and intense voyage.
With evidence of watercraft dating back to 8000 BC, travel by water has remained an important aspect of life to many civilizations. From paddling down a river or crossing a large lake, to steaming across an entire ocean, generations of humans have traveled on water to explore foreign lands, to seek food and precious materials, to move and trade cargo, and to attack and fend off enemies.With Wind and Water is a musical portrayal of an adventure on the high seas during the age of sail. It was during the sixteenth to the mid-nineteenth century when large sailing vessels dominated global exploration, international trade, and naval warfare.  Our ship sets sail!The compound meter provides the pulse of movement as it pitches and rolls with the rhythm of the waves. The driving main melodies convey the determination and courage of the explorers and their crew. Dissonant harmonies suggest rough seas, turbulent weather and other constant dangers that sailors must endure. The final sweeping melody and climax reflect the joy and triumph at arriving on a new land at the apex of a long and intense voyage. With Wind and Water was commissioned by the Florida Bandmasters Association for the 2016 Nine Star Honor Band.