Grade 3.5

SKU: CL.012-3500-01

Composed by Neeck. Concert Band. Heritage of the March Series. Audio recording available separately (items CL.WFR341 & CL.WFR353). Extra full score. Composed 2006. Duration 4 minutes, 32 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3500-01. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3500-01).

A vigorous composition which is full of exciting melodies and vibrant rhythms. Starting out in a fast 6/8, your students and audiences will feel that they are riding along with fearless Stormchasers who are chasing a tornado or hurricane. The calm at the eye of the storm is depicted with a beautiful yet ominous sounding section that gives your flute section and flute soloist a chance to shine. An outstanding choice for concert or festival performances, this unique selection will challenge mid-level bands. Outstanding!

About Heritage of the March

Full-sized concert band editions of the greatest marches of all time. Each has been faithfully re-scored to accommodate modern instrumentation and incorporate performance practices of classic march style

Composed by Heather Sorenson. For SATB choir with optional female voice solo. Lent, Adoration, General Worship, Praise, Praise and Adoration General Worship. Octavo. Published by Hope Publishing Company

The Grand Fantasia (The Storm) uses the drama of a physical storm to represent an emotional one. The opening ominous chords lead to thundering chords and a programmatic representation of a storm that could fill every corner of a cathedral with reverberation. The storm is quelled by a Chorale section entitled 'Prayer', followed by a swelling finale of grandeur and peace.Jaak Nikolaas [Jacques Nicolas] Lemmens was a Belgian Organist and composer of the 19th century. He was widely acknowledged to be the best Organist of his time, with particularly beautiful legato and pedal technique, some of which can be discerned from his compositions for his work Organ School. He wasinstrumental in bringing the works of Bach to France and Belgium, and was influential as an educator

Orchestra Bass, Cello, Drum, Percussion, Piano, Timpani, Violin I, Violin II, Violin III (Viola T.C.) - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BAS55F

Composed by Kevin Mixon. SWS. Carl Fischer Beginning String Orchestra Series. Full score. With Standard notation. 12 pages. Carl Fischer Music #BAS55F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BAS55F).

ISBN 9780825888823. UPC: 798408088828. 8.5 x 11 inches.

Off in the distance you hear the storm begin, the lightning strike, the thunder roar and then Storm Chaser takes off to dramatically depict a terrible storm! Educator and composer Kevin Mixon gives us a daring and aggressive new piece that includes the sounds of finger snapping as raindrops and thunder. The melody is angular and strong, which the students will love and play brilliantly in a contest or festival setting.

About Carl Fischer Beginning String Orchestra Series

This series of Grade 1 pieces is designed for first year string groups. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Limited parts (often 2nd violin and viola are the same part, cello and bass are same part)
• Limited keys and rhythms - only simple 8th note patterns
• Limited independence of parts
• Playable after limited study time
• First position and natural bowings
• Piano for rehearsal and reinforcement

Composed by Robert Sheldon. Concert Band. Concert Band; Part(s); Score. Young Symphonic. Grade 2. 156 pages. Published by Alfred Music

By Ryan Meeboer. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet. Level: Easy. Published by Eighth Note Publications.

By John O'reilly. Concert Band. Concert Band; Part(s); Score. Accent on Achievement. Grade 1.5. 124 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Grade 5

SKU: CL.012-3522-75

Composed by Shabazz. Concert Band. Heritage of the March Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR340). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2006. Duration 8 minutes, 48 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3522-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3522-75).

Mississippi composer, Ayatey Shabazz is a survivor of hurricane Katrina who lost both his home and the school where he taught to the storm. Soon after the storm was over Shabazz composed this stimulating and descriptive composition that explores the wide range of events and emotions he experienced during the tragic hurricane. Full of remarkable music that is sure to challenge your students, it is also a superior programming choice for better bands!

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4435-01

Composed by J. McBride. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR390). Extra full score. Composed 2016. Duration 3 minutes, 40 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4435-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4435-01).

After the Storm combines graceful melodies and soaring countermelodies with carefully scored dissonances that are rare at this grade level. Rhythms and ranges are accessible for younger players so that you may focus on musical aspects such as intonation, dynamics and phrasing. This delicate work gives your students the opportunity to expressively perform the poignant mix of emotions that come After the Storm..

About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.

Grade 5

SKU: CL.012-3522-00

Composed by Shabazz. Concert Band. Heritage of the March Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR340). Score and set of parts. Composed 2006. Duration 8 minutes, 48 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3522-00. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3522-00).

Mississippi composer, Ayatey Shabazz is a survivor of hurricane Katrina who lost both his home and the school where he taught to the storm. Soon after the storm was over Shabazz composed this stimulating and descriptive composition that explores the wide range of events and emotions he experienced during the tragic hurricane. Full of remarkable music that is sure to challenge your students, it is also a superior programming choice for better bands! Very highly recommended!

By Ruth Elaine Schram. For Choir. (2-part). Choral Octavo. Level: Moderate (grade 3). Choral Octavo. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: AP.49143

Composed by Victor Lopez. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble. Belwin Beginning Band. Programmatic. Score and Part(s). 85 pages. Duration 1:40. Belwin Music #00-49143. Published by Belwin Music (AP.49143).

ISBN 9781470646509. UPC: 038081564807. English.

Victor López's South Florida home was the inspiration for Coastal Storm. Consider this high-energy original composition that captures the essence of a coastal storm. Feel the intensity throughout this fun and exciting work. Guaranteed to be a winner at your first beginning band concert, it's easy to both teach and learn. 9=(1:40).

By Kevin Olson. For Piano. Written For You Collections. Level: Intermediate. Sheet. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.

Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: AP.49143S

Composed by Victor Lopez. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble. Belwin Beginning Band. Score. 16 pages. Duration 1:40. Belwin Music #00-49143S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.49143S).

ISBN 9781470646516. UPC: 038081564814. English.

Victor López's South Florida home was the inspiration for Coastal Storm. Consider this high-energy original composition that captures the essence of a coastal storm. Feel the intensity throughout this fun and exciting work. Guaranteed to be a winner at your first beginning band concert, it's easy to both teach and learn. 9=(1:40).