Band Bagpipes, Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bells, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Crash Cymbals, Double Bass, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Mallet Percussion, Mark Tree, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2 and more. - Grade 3.5

SKU: CF.CPS225

Composed by Larry Clark. Concert Band (CPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 12+12+6+12+24+24+6+4+6+6+6+6+8+8+8+4+4+6+6+6+8+2+1+6+2+4+10+32+4 pages. Duration 6 minutes, 9 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CPS225. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS225).

ISBN 9781491152515. UPC: 680160910014.

Tartan Tapestries is an original piece that sets out to emulate Scottish folk music. Composer Larry Clark has created a concert overture in triple meter to capture the essence of music from Scotland. After a lilting first section,  lush and beautiful moments weave a tapestry of sounds with the lyrical, middle section of the piece. There is an optional part for bagpipes, and an optional ending should you chose to use this instrument as part of the piece. Alert your contest music committee about this strong new piece for advancing groups.
Tartan Tapestries was commissioned by Friends of the Arts for the Saint Andrew's School Band in Boca Raton, Florida. The band program at Saint Andrew’s School is under the direction of Andrea Wolgin. The premiere took place on November 29, 2017.When I was asked by their conductor Ms. Wolgin to write a piece for the Saint Andrew’s School, I asked her what kind of involvement she wanted the students to have in the process. We discussed several options for having the students involved in the process of creating with the type of piece they wanted.  We set up a “Skype” meeting with members of the band to discuss the piece. During this discussion, the consensus of the students was that they wanted a piece depicting the Scottish influence to the school. They also wanted a piece that would challenge all sections of the band and to include bagpipes if possible. I asked that the students be involved in helping to name the piece once it was completed, for which they agreed and were very helpful. Armed with this information, I set out to compose a piece for them, and Tartan Tapestries is the result.The piece begins with a fanfare gesture based upon rhythms and harmonies that appear throughout the piece. I chose the lilting triple feel to the piece, to bring about the Scottish flavor. I wanted the fanfare to be bardic sounding, to depict the strength of the Scottish people and for the piece to have a dynamic opening. The fanfare contains material that alludes to the main theme and with a bit of dissonance and tension that is resolved in the main body of the piece.The main theme is a lilting original melody, but one that I hope with have the essence of Scottish folk songs. The main idea is followed by a more modal and dark sounding secondary theme, first stated in the horns. This material is later used in the development section of the piece. The main theme returns several times, with different and varied orchestrations and harmonic treatments. This is followed by a short transition leading to the more lyrical and slower second section of the piece. A transparent presentation of the lyrical theme, which is based on aspects of the main theme, is presented first by a solo flute. This section is a nod to famous composer Malcom Arnold’s wonderful works for orchestra in its style and orchestration. After a transition or bridge section with a solo euphonium, the piece builds to a dramatic climax of the lyrical theme by the full band. This subsides to a return of the solo flute to end this second section of the piece, followed by a transition back the main theme.The solo bagpipes play a central role in the return of the main theme and take center stage after being heard in the distance earlier in the work. The piece brings back a shortened version of the darker secondary theme, followed by a hint of the fanfare material that builds to one last statement of the main theme by the full band, before leading to a dramatic coda to complete the work.It has been my pleasure to have been given the opportunity to compose this piece for the Saint Andrew’s School Band! I thank Andrea Wolgin for making it happen, and I hope that you enjoy it as much as I have enjoyed bringing the piece to life.–Larry ClarkLakeland, Florida 2017.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bells, Cabasa, Chimes, China Cymbal, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Mallet Percussion, Mark Tree, Oboe, Percussion 1 and more. - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS210

Composed by Sean O'Loughlin. Concert Band (CPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 16+16+8+16+32+32+8+8+8+8+8+8+16+16+16+8+8+12+12+12+16+8+4+8+32+40+8 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 57 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CPS210. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS210).

ISBN 9781491152362. UPC: 680160909865.

A driving composition from Sean O'loughlin,?Commence!?begins with a spirited theme that oscillates between triple and duple meter. After developing into a heartfelt lush brass chorale, the lilting theme returns again. The composition concludes with a dramatic return of the B theme and a rousing finale. A beautiful piece,?Commence!?is a?strong choice for any contest or festival.

Commence! was commissioned by the Lynden High School Class 2017-2019 and the Lynden, WA Community, and is dedicated to Steve Herrick in celebration of his retirement. Mr. Herrick and I first collaborated on a commission in 2006, and I was immediately taken by the community and the music program in Lynden. It is truly one of the most beautiful places in the country and full of musical inspiration at every turn.

This piece is a loving tribute to Mr. Herrick and his amazing contribution to the students of Lynden for over thirty years. The music begins with a spirited section oscillating between 6/8 and 2/4 time. It should maintain a pulsing feeling throughout. The main melody appears at m. 25 and has a lilting, reminiscing quality to it. After some further development, it moves to a B-section at m. 41 with some warm brass passages. The woodwinds should soar over the top with their counter line. The lower voices take over the melody at m. 59. The harmony becomes more discordant at m. 71 with passages trading between the brass and woodwinds.

This tension releases into a slow section that features a flowing, heartfelt melody. This builds to the big moment at m. 112. The timpani ushers us back to the 6/8, 2/4 section. The melody is now accompanied by some flowing counterpoint at m. 153 which leads to the B-section again at m. 169. This time the woodwinds take the lead and the brass provide the counter line. A final big moment at m. 194 is the culmination and high point of the composition. A brief fast section puts a bow on the piece for a rousing finale.

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Commence! was commissioned by the Lynden High School Class 2017-2019 and the Lynden, WA Community, and is dedicated to Steve Herrick in celebration of his retirement. Mr. Herrick and I first collaborated on a commission in 2006, and I was immediately taken by the community and the music program in Lynden. It is truly one of the most beautiful places in the country and full of musical inspiration at every turn.

This piece is a loving tribute to Mr. Herrick and his amazing contribution to the students of Lynden for over thirty years. The music begins with a spirited section oscillating between 6/8 and 2/4 time. It should maintain a pulsing feeling throughout. The main melody appears at m. 25 and has a lilting, reminiscing quality to it. After some further development, it moves to a B-section at m. 41 with some warm brass passages. The woodwinds should soar over the top with their counter line. The lower voices take over the melody at m. 59. The harmony becomes more discordant at m. 71 with passages trading between the brass and woodwinds.

This tension releases into a slow section that features a flowing, heartfelt melody. This builds to the big moment at m. 112. The timpani ushers us back to the 6/8, 2/4 section. The melody is now accompanied by some flowing counterpoint at m. 153 which leads to the B-section again at m. 169. This time the woodwinds take the lead and the brass provide the counter line. A final big moment at m. 194 is the culmination and high point of the composition. A brief fast section puts a bow on the piece for a rousing finale.

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Commence! was commissioned by the Lynden High School Class 2017-2019 and the Lynden, WA Community, and is dedicated to Steve Herrick in celebration of his retirement. Mr. Herrick and I first collaborated on a commission in 2006, and I was immediately taken by the community and the music program in Lynden. It is truly one of the most beautiful places in the country and full of musical inspiration at every turn. This piece is a loving tribute to Mr. Herrick and his amazing contribution to the students of Lynden for over thirty years. The music begins with a spirited section oscillating between 6/8 and 2/4 time. It should maintain a pulsing feeling throughout. The main melody appears at m. 25 and has a lilting, reminiscing quality to it. After some further development, it moves to a B-section at m. 41 with some warm brass passages. The woodwinds should soar over the top with their counter line. The lower voices take over the melody at m. 59. The harmony becomes more discordant at m. 71 with passages trading between the brass and woodwinds. This tension releases into a slow section that features a flowing, heartfelt melody. This builds to the big moment at m. 112. The timpani ushers us back to the 6/8, 2/4 section. The melody is now accompanied by some flowing counterpoint at m. 153 which leads to the B-section again at m. 169. This time the woodwinds take the lead and the brass provide the counter line. A final big moment at m. 194 is the culmination and high point of the composition. A brief fast section puts a bow on the piece for a rousing finale.

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 4

SKU: BT.GOB-000712-140

Composed by Jan Bosveld. Score Only. 40 pages. Gobelin Music Publications #GOB 000712-140. Published by Gobelin Music Publications (BT.GOB-000712-140).

The Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep IV, better known as Achnaton, was the second son and successor of Amenhotep III.
He reigned the New Kingdom from 1353 until 1336 BC.
Achnatons lack of interest in the economic well-being of Egypt ushered ina revolutionary period in Egyptian history.
His harsh reign induced much suffering under the population.
During this period when it was customary for a pharaoh to have many wives, he had taken his cousin Nefertete to reign as queen at hisside.
An elegant and very beautiful woman, she used her influence to ease the turmoil caused by Achnaton.
Combined with her grace, her presence at public functions led to a greater popularity among her subjects than the pharaoh enjoyedhimself.
Being mostly preoccupied with religious questions, he declared that all the other gods did not exist. There was only one god, the Aten, and it was the sun itself.
It was now necessary to change his name: ‘Amenhotep’ meaning ‘the god Amun is satisfied’, because he didnt want to be associated with Amun or any of the other deities.
He renamed himself ‘Achnaton’ which means ‘servant of the Aten’ -- a much more appropriate title!
In the sixth year of his reignAchnaton also moved the capital to a brand new city called Achet-Aton (‘the Horizon of the Aten’) which was where Tel el-Amarna stands today. He did this to further isolate himself from the ‘old’ religion, since the previous capital Thebes was thecentre of worship of Amun.
This new religion created an up rise among the population and high priests. In spite of Nefertetes influence, the falling economy and religious conflict resulted in the decline of the Egyptian empire.
Hoping toforget it ever happened, people later tried to eradicate all traces of Achnaton and his successors rule by smashing their statues, mutilating their mummies, and ruining their relief carvings.
From that moment on he was remembered as the‘heretic king’.

This composition was partially funded by the ‘Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds’.

De Egyptische farao Achnaton was de zoon en opvolger van Amenhotep III en besteeg de troon als Amenhotep IV.
Hij regeerde van 1353 tot 1336 voor Christus.
Achnaton was nauwelijks ge?nteresseerd in politiek en handel waardoorhet Egyptische rijk onder zijn bewind in economisch verval raakte. Hij regeerde per decreet waaronder de bevolking zwaar te leiden had.
In die tijd was het gebruikelijk dat de farao’s meerdere vrouwen hadden waarvan hij eréén tot zijn hoofdvrouw koos waarmee hij zijn rijk regeerde.
Nefertete was de uitverkorene. Een zeer mooie, elegante vrouw, die met haar invloed op het harde beleid van Achnaton nog voor enige verlichting zorgde. Dit en haar aanwezigheidbij openbare presentaties leidde ertoe dat zij bij de bevolking een veel grotere populariteit genoot dan de farao zelf.
Achnaton hield zich vooral bezig met religieuze vraagstukken. Hij brak met het idee dat er meergoden zouden bestaan. Volgens hem was er slechts één god, namelijk de zon. Deze zonnegod noemde hij Aton.
Nadat deze gedachte zich bij hem had geopenbaard veranderde hij zijn naam van Amenhotep in Achnaton, hetgeen in het Egyptisch“Aton welgevallig” betekent.
In zijn zesde regeringsjaar stichtte Achnaton de nieuwe regeringszetel “Achet-Aton”, ver van de bewoonde wereld in de woestijn.
Deze stad, het huidige Tell el-Amarna in Midden-Egypte,stond geheel in het teken van de zonnegod. Deze nieuwe godsdienst stuitte op veel weerstand bij de bevolking en de priesters. De godsdienststrijd die hierdoor ontstond gekoppeld aan het economische verval zorgde, ondanks de invloedvan Nefertete, voor de ineenstorting van het Egyptische rijk als grote mogendheid.
Na de dood van Achnaton werd de regeringszetel “Achet-Aton” gebruikt als steengroeve. Zijn naam werd verwijderd van de alle bouwwerken en herinneringszuilen.

Composed by A. Lara. Arranged by Afonso Alves. Arrangements of Classical Compositions. Classic Arrangement. Full set. Duration 4 minutes, 40 seconds. Published by Molenaar Edition (ML.013007080).

(Mixed Trios). By Various. Arranged by Daniel Kelley. For Clarinet in Bb. Trios. Music for Three. Rags & Waltzes. Intermediate/Advanced. Part 1

Concert Band - Grade 4

SKU: ML.013771070

Composed by Lionel Beltrán-Cecilia. Full set. Molenaar Edition #013771070. Published by Molenaar Edition (ML.013771070).

BAIA is a symphonic episode inspired by the submerged Italian city. Through its melodies and sound effects, the authoraims to transport the audience to different moments, providing an aquatic perspective from the eyes of a restless andadventurous fish. This musical journey leads to the exploration of the city of Baia and its archaeological richness preservedbeneath the marine depths, even across time.[…In its time, Baia was an ancient Roman city that flourished during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. It was a luxuriousdestination and a significant political and social centre in the Roman Empire. Renowned for its thermal baths, impressivearchitecture, and beautiful natural surroundings, the city became a popular retreat for Roman high society, including emperors,nobles, and artists. However, over the centuries, Baia was affected by volcanic activity and changes in the coastline, resulting ina significant portion of the city being submerged underwater. Today, the remains of Baia lie beneath the waters of the gulf,turning it into a fascinating underwater archaeological site…]

BAIA is een symfonische episode geïnspireerd door de ondergedompelde Italiaanse stad. Door middel van melodieën en geluidseffecten wil de auteurhet publiek mee te nemen naar verschillende momenten en biedt een aquatisch perspectief vanuit de ogen van een rusteloze enavontuurlijke vis. Deze muzikale reis leidt naar de verkenning van de stad Baia en haar archeologische rijkdom die bewaard is geblevenonder de zeebodem, zelfs door de tijd heen.[In zijn tijd was Baia een oude Romeinse stad die floreerde in de 1e en 2e eeuw na Christus. Het was een luxueuzebestemming en een belangrijk politiek en sociaal centrum in het Romeinse Rijk. Bekend om zijn thermale baden, indrukwekkendearchitectuur en de prachtige natuurlijke omgeving, werd de stad een populair toevluchtsoord voor de Romeinse society, waaronder keizers,edelen en kunstenaars. In de loop der eeuwen werd Baia echter beïnvloed door vulkanische activiteit en veranderingen in de kustlijn, wat resulteerde ineen groot deel van de stad onder water kwam te staan. Vandaag de dag liggen de overblijfselen van Baia onder het water van de Golf,waardoor het een fascinerende onderwater archeologische vindplaats is geworden...]…

BAIA est un épisode symphonique inspiré par la ville italienne submergée. À travers ses mélodies et ses effets sonores, l'auteur cherche à transporter le public à différents moments.l'auteur vise à transporter le public dans différents moments, offrant une perspective aquatique à travers les yeux d'un poisson agité et aventureux.d'un poisson agité et aventureux. Ce voyage musical conduit à l'exploration de la ville de Baia et de sa richesse archéologique préservée sous les profondeurs marines.sous les profondeurs marines, même à travers le temps.[...En son temps, Baia était une ancienne ville romaine qui a prospéré au cours des 1er et 2e siècles de notre ère. C'était une destination luxueusedestination luxueuse et un centre politique et social important dans l'Empire romain. Réputée pour ses thermes, son architecturearchitecture impressionnante et son magnifique environnement naturel, la ville devint un lieu de retraite populaire pour la haute société romaine, y compris les empereurs, les nobles et les artistes,empereurs, nobles et artistes. Cependant, au fil des siècles, Baia a été affectée par l'activité volcanique et les modifications du littoral.une grande partie de la ville a été submergée sous l'eau. Aujourd'hui, les vestiges de Baia reposent sous les eaux du golfe,ce qui en fait un site archéologique sous-marin fascinant...]

BAIA ist eine symphonische Episode, die von der versunkenen italienischen Stadt inspiriert ist. Mit seinen Melodien und Klangeffekten will der Autorder Autor das Publikum in verschiedene Momente versetzen, indem er eine aquatische Perspektive aus den Augen eines rastlosen undabenteuerlichen Fisches. Diese musikalische Reise führt zur Erkundung der Stadt Baia und ihres archäologischen Reichtums, derunter den Meerestiefen bewahrt hat, sogar über die Zeit hinweg.[...Baia war eine antike römische Stadt, die im 1. und 2. Jahrhundert n. Chr. florierte. Sie war ein luxuriösesund ein bedeutendes politisches und soziales Zentrum im Römischen Reich. Berühmt für seine Thermalbäder, seine beeindruckendeArchitektur und die schöne natürliche Umgebung bekannt, wurde die Stadt zu einem beliebten Rückzugsort für die römische High Society, darunter Kaiser, Adlige und Künstler,Adlige und Künstler. Im Laufe der Jahrhunderte wurde Baia jedoch durch vulkanische Aktivitäten und Veränderungen der Küstenlinie beeinträchtigt, was dazu führte, dassein großer Teil der Stadt unter Wasser gesetzt wurde. Heute liegen die Überreste von Baia unter dem Wasser des Golfs,und machen sie zu einer faszinierenden archäologischen Unterwasserstätte...].

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Castanets, Chimes, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Claves, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Mallet Percussion 1, Mallet Percussion 2, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2 and more. - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS222

Composed by Ed Kiefer. Concert Band (CPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+8+4+8+16+16+4+4+4+4+4+4+8+8+8+4+4+6+6+6+8+2+2+1+12+2+1+36+4 pages. Duration 5 minutes, 19 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CPS222. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS222).

ISBN 9781491152485. UPC: 680160909988.

From the call of the open seas to the wistful dance section, this piece will open the imagination of your students and audiences.  Very playable by young bands, the piece features a short opening ostinato that develops into a tone cluster and leads to the ominous sounds of the brass and percussion, which depict the slow lumbering ship on the dangerous, open waters. The piece continues through a more lyrical second section before a dramatic return of the opening material to close out this contest/festival style piece.
From the call of the open seas to the wistful dance section, this piece will open the imagination of your students and audiences. Very playable by young bands, the piece features a short opening ostinato that develops into a tone cluster. This leads to the ominous sounds of the brass and percussion, which depict the slow lumbering ship on the dangerous, open waters. After a quickly paced melody in the low register for the clarinets, the piece gives way to an exciting tutti section that features horns and saxes on an answering countermelody.The second section is a dance that starts with low reeds and a flute solo, but develops into a full band Spanish-sounding dance, with melody in many different places. The recap is a reverse of the beginning section and again loosely represents the danger of life on the high seas.The short ostinato that is used at the beginning and in some transitional moments is based on the beginning notes of Irish Tune from County Derry, a favorite of J. C. Sykes, who this piece honors. Mr. Sykes gave a lifetime to teaching music to band students in North Carolina. The first four notes in clarinet 1, the first four in flute 1 and the first four in clarinet 2 make up the first phrase from that beautiful melody. Just something to get students thinking about composition in a new way.

Score Only Concert Band (Score) - Grade 4

SKU: HL.4004104

Composed by Michael Sweeney. MusicWorks Grade 4. Festival. 32 pages. Duration 300 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4004104).

UPC: 888680034375. 9.0x12.0x0.107 inches.

Celebrating its 130th anniversary, the Woodstock City Band of Woodstock, Illinois (at one time known as “Spring City”) commissioned this dynamic overture honoring the long-standing tradition of summer concerts in the historic town square. Joyous and celebratory in nature, Spring City Overture features a dramatic opening segment that builds to the tuneful main theme. A brief reflective lyric section provides a moment of calm before returning to the energetic opening theme. Beautifully paced for maximum emotional impact and providing challenging parts for all sections, this powerful work is equally suitable for festivals or casual concerts. Dur: 5:00.

Brass Band - Grade 2

SKU: BT.DHP-1002058-030

Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Jacob De Haan. Your Favorite Classics. Festive and Solemn Music. Set (Score and Parts). Composed 2000. De Haske Publications #DHP 1002058-030. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1002058-030).

Even the most basic understanding of Western music must include an intimate familiarity with the magnificent body of works by J.S.Bach. The charming beauty of the ARIOSO from BWV 156 must almost certainly appear on anyone?s personal list of the world's most beautiful melodies. What a wonderful vehicle for the study of artful phrasing and expression! Don't let the Grade 2 designation make you overlook this exquisite rendition for bands that normally play at grades 4, 5, and 6. Musicians at any level of ability will find great rewards here.As the perfect festival centerpiece or as a lovely introspective moment on any concert, Jacob de Haan's touching arrangement of Bach'sincomparable ARIOSO, speaking its own inherent and spiritual truth, is sure to find a permanent home in your brass band library.

Viele der zahlreichen Werke von Johann Sebastian Bach sind bis heute bei einem gro�en Publikum bekannt und beliebt. Hierzu zählen die Matthäus-Passion, das Weihnachtsoratorium und das Air aus der dritten Orchestersuite. Das Arioso aus BWV 156 gehört ebenfalls zu seinen bekanntesten Kompositionen. Jacob de Haan arrangierte dieses Werk, ohne den Charakter des Originals zu verfälschen. In einer abwechslungsreichen Instrumentierung kommt die Schönheit dieser Musik voll und ganz zur Geltung.

SATB choir

SKU: CA.965300

Antiphon for Holy Thursday. Composed by Ko Matsushita. Edited by Stefan Schuck. Contemporary Choir Music. Sacred vocal music, Holy Week. Full score. Composed 2014. 4 pages. Duration 3 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 09.653/00. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.965300).

ISBN 9790007164881. Language: Latin.

For the moving moment in the Good Friday liturgy, when the priest symbolically washes the feet of several people thereby recalling the thoughtful, loving gesture of Christ at the Last Supper, the Christian church provides a specially intimate, conciliatory text in the antiphon Ubi caritas. Matsushita's composition sets this text quite simply to reflect this moment in a beautiful motet, which is both charming and grateful to sing. In an entirely tonal setting in F major, with chromatic accents sparingly employed, he uses elements from organum and pedal points to create tonally atmospheric expanses contrasting with the syllabic setting which runs throughout. In his writing he uses unisons, thirds and contrary motion, spanning quasi-Gregorian melodies. Matsushita sets the three verses of the hymn usually set nowadays, and these also divide the composition. Each verse is introduced with the ascending pentatonic motif Ubi caritas, but the melody is transformed according to the text and expresses the immeasurable joy of the glory of God in the third verse in a brief forte outburst with leaps of a fifth, before the composition concludes with a final Ubi caritas and an Amen lost in reverie. voice range: S: c' - f'' / A1:adeg - es'' / A2: gdeg - b' / T: fdeg - f' / B1: B - des' / B2: F - a'.

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Piano, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3 - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CAS80

Composed by Deborah Baker Monday. Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 16+8+5+2+5+5+4+12 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 43 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CAS80. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CAS80).

ISBN 9780825894817. UPC: 798408094812. 9 x 12 inches. Key: D major.

Composer Deborah Baker Monday provides us with an exciting new composition that contains all of the grandeur of the American West. With wide open spaces, reminiscent of pieces from the Americana composers of the last century, this will be a perfect choice to highlight your group at contest and festival performances.
Canyonland Skies is a programmatic work which was composed for the 2013 Utah/American String Teachers Association (ASTA) composition competition. The required element for the contest was that the entry should have a theme based on something native to the state of Utah.This original work attempts to represent the brilliance of the Utah sky; the clearest blue by day, with its blinding bright sun and the deepest dark blue of night, with a palette of stars which are breathtaking. The sunrise and sunset scenarios are uniquely remarkable from wherever one may be observing. At any one moment or another, these magnificent visions of color are always fresh and different.Canyonland Skies uses the bright key of D major to maximize the sonority of the string instruments. Excellent opportunities for drone-like intonation practices abound. Scalewise passages build and build for the strong harmonic changes which drive the piece to a contrasting section.G major dominates the jaunty middle section, which suggests a smooth ride on an open road. Melodic opportunities abound while the piece soars to a satisfying reflection of the opening material.Canyonland Skies is the winning Composition of the 2013 Composition Contest sponsored by the Utah Chapter of the American String Teachers Association.Sit back and begin a road trip with your students. With your navigation they will create a soundtrack for this beautiful journey.

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

This series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians