Feature the section that ?delivers the energy? in this great new arrangement by James Curnow. Based on a French folk song that tells a story about three young drummer boys the music uses imitation question and answer and stylistic rhythmic figures to challenge these proud musicians.While featuring the Percussion section there are also great parts for everyone else so the entire group will stay engaged and productive in rehearsal.Spirited!

Certain to become a staple of Grade 3 band literature this great new composition represents James Curnow at his finest. Beginning and ending with an exciting fanfare that contrasts various melodic rhythmic harmonic and stylistic concepts The Spirit Soars captures the enduring spirit of today’s youth in music.The joyous scherzo energized with buoyant energy and an exquisite contrasting lyrical theme many moods and a grandioso finale all combine to ensure this piece becomes a landmark of literature for this level.Plan your next concert around this great new piece from CMP!Take wing!

Alegre is a Spanish word meaning “joyful.” Utilizing the style of a Latin groove the piece is a showcase for rhythmic dexterity. It also demonstrates the inextricable link in Latin American cultures betweenmusic and dance. Tania León incorporates the stylistic elements of ostinati with off-beat accents and improvisation to create a brilliant piece that excites both mind and body.

Par BARNES JAMES. Risoluto is a music term of Italian derivation, first appearing in the mid 1700s. A great many musical terms such as this are in Italian, because many of the important composers from the Renaissance to the Baroque were from the geographic area known today as Italy and spoke some form of Italian. Consequently, performance markings in their published music, widely disseminated through the rest of Europe, were in the language that they best understood. Music marked in this manner is to be played firmly and decisively with firm resolve and little variance from the marked tempo. It can be seen that while there are several stylistic changes in this piece, the tempo varies not a bit, holding firm at Allegro vivo, quarter note at 120, from first measure to last. / Date parution : 2022-09-20/ Répertoire / Concert Band

Full of rhythmic energy and contrasts, you will find this pairing of two popular patriotic songs, 'My Country, 'Tis of Thee' and 'America the Beautiful,' appealing to players and audiences. Eventually, every section gets to play the melody, and it is full of passages which lend to teaching stylistic march technique. Whether a concert, festival, or patriotic event, this march provides material that will engage players and listeners with a flag-waving moment. (2:50) / Concert Band

Praise to Thee Jesus Christ-Gelobet seist du Jesu Christ (We Praise You Jesus Christ) is an old Christmas hymn dating from the 16th century which can still be found in many hymnbooks today. John Blanken has created a varied and imaginative arrangement on four verses of the hymn. After the introduction derived from the opening notes the hymn is first accompanied by an agile harmonisation. Next we hear the chorale in a four-part setting with a percussion accompaniment. Then follows a short prologue to the third verse and finally its time for fireworks as the arrangement takes a stylistic leap in time with the festive prelude to the fourth and last verse.

What an excellent way to lift your beginning band up to a higher level of musicianship! This outstanding new work for the beginning band is perfect for that first festival experience or for any concert venue. With accents staccato and lots of dynamic and stylistic contrasts there is much to teach in this piece and yet it remains accessible to the last exciting note. Be sure to pay close attention to this significant new beginning band composition. An important addition to the repertoire!

What an excellent way to lift your beginning band up to a higher level of musicianship! This outstanding new work for the beginning band is perfect for that first festival experience or for any concert venue. With accents staccato and lots of dynamic and stylistic contrasts there is much to teach in this piece and yet it remains accessible to the last exciting note. Be sure to pay close attention to this significant new beginning band composition. An important addition to the repertoire!

Depicting three contrasting and intriguing settings from early American lore Rick Kirby masterfully brings these images to life in this suite for band. The first movement tells the legend of The Phantom Drummer with uniqueorchestrational effects. The second movement The Lady's Lament mourns the loss of loved ones in the Revolutionary War and the suite concludes with the lively dance Virginia Two-Step. Rich in stylistic and tonalvariety this is an appealing work for concert or festival use. Dur: 8:00

Composed in two stylistically contrasting sections here is a unique and dynamic work that is definitely something out of the ordinary. The first section opens with dark sonorities and mysterious effects. The faster second section is propelled by a driving yet easy percussion undercurrent and features strong themes scored to sound full with young bands. Your students will love the dramatic effects and musical depth of this exciting work.

Whilst making no claims to be stylistically authentic this little piece aims to capture the infectious spirit of mariachi a word whose origins are lost in the mists of time but which describes not only the performers (on guitars vihuelas violins trumpets and harp) but also the music itself. Their music speaks of love passion politics life in the country and revolutionary heroes but is unerringly uplifting in style and immediately recognisable as the spirit of Mexico. A chance to add that Spanish flavour to your concerts.

Even though the themes used in this beautiful setting are original it is intended to be played in the style of a slow Southern folk hymn similar to Amazing Grace or Shenandoah. Filled with suspensions and resolutions as well as calm moments and powerfully emotional builds this is a marvelous work for expanding your ensemble’s stylistic and dynamic range.

1st Movement of Portraits of the North-The cinematic approach to the music of Arctic Fire portrays many different images of the north - the crimson sunlight glinting off the icebergs the radiance of the Northern Lights the blaze of the Red Twig Dogwood the scarlet red sunsets and the fiery spirit of the people who live there. The piece opens and closes with a series of dramatic musical snapshots. In between the music evolves and transforms through a wide range of stylistic textures and moods. A brilliantly scored and effective setting for winds. Dur: 5:15