SKU: CL.012-4441-75
Inspired by one of Ohio's first women band directors, this spirited work will provide an opportunity to showcase all sections of your advancing concert band. Bold brass fanfares introduce a regal, uplifting melody that is followed by a beautifully expressive middle section alluding to the tune Amazing Grace, and a powerful ending. Musicians and audiences alike will enjoy this work as a strong concert opener or a fitting finale to any performance.
SKU: CL.012-3682-75
Feature your horn soloist with concert band in this arrangement of the famous Rondo (third movement) from Richard Strauss' first horn concerto. This standard-repertoire solo is a must for all serious hornists, and the accompaniment is ideal for concert band. A great programming choice for your outstanding horn player.
About C.L. Barnhouse Spotlight Series
The Barnhouse Spotlight series includes publications for solo instruments with concert band accompaniment. These publications are designed to feature outstanding members of your band as soloist, and to provide unique and entertaining programming options. Solo parts are graded more difficult than the band accompaniments
SKU: CL.012-4492-75
Sir Edward Elgar's beautiful Salut d'Amour has been skillfully arranged for the Barnhouse Spotlight series by Andrew Glover. Designed to feature your choice of solo instrument with concert band accompaniment, parts are included for solo flute/oboe/violin, clarinet/trumpet, alto saxophone, horn, or euphonium/cello. A great choice for a lyrical solo feature for your outstanding instrumentalist or guest soloist. Lovely music!
SKU: CL.012-3902-75
One of the most dramatic selections ever presented for band, Andrea Chenier has been a staple of mature and professional bands for over a century. This intense and exciting work includes some of the most passionate moments from the Italian opera into a breathtaking tour de force for mature bands. Prominently featuring bel-canto solos for euphonium and cornet/trumpet, the gorgeous melodies and dramatic musical climaxes will both thrill and excite performers and audiences alike. This striking new arrangement includes full score, and is carefully re-orchestrated to be more idiomatic to the wind band medium. Not for the faint-of-heart, and musically challenging, Andrea Chenier is ideal for experienced bands, and is not to be missed!
About Gems of the Concert Band
A series of transcriptions and other works in varying styles, representative of the programming of the Great American Classic Concert Band era of a century ago, as exemplified by John Phillip Sousa, Edwin Franko Goldman, Karl L. King, and Leonard B. Smith
SKU: CL.012-3692-75
Full of cinematic grandeur and epic style, Return of the Crusaders provides an exciting and effective vehicle for your next concert. Gorgeous melodies, rousing themes, and effective changes of mood and character portray the crusaders and their quest. The ample percussion parts provide sparkle, and power the bold themes of the piece, which are balanced by the beautiful lyrical melodies that are also present. An especially effective piece for contest, take your audience on a trip to the ancient world with Return of the Crusaders..
SKU: CL.012-2543-01
Based on a poem by the composer, this piece for better bands displays both sensitive and exciting writing. Contrasting the power and excitement of the entire concert band in its full glory to the beauty and tenderness of the rubato section featuring solo woodwinds, this distinctive piece is wonderful material for concert or contest use.
About C.L. Barnhouse Classics Series
Under the editorial supervision of Dr. Alfred Reed, these classics from master composers have been adapted and arranged for concert band. A perfect way to acquaint concert band performers and audiences with some of the greatest classical music of all time!
SKU: CL.012-3160-01
David Shaffer 's most impressive work to date is based on the famous Largo (Goin' Home) Section of Dvorak's New World Symphony. Contains magnificent writing that provides all sections of the band with equal chances to shine. Especially suited for bands in concert or contest, this exceptional tour-de-force for mature bands is destined to become an important and popular addition to the wind band repertoire. Very Highly Recommended!!
SKU: CL.012-3431-75
Composed in the last year of Bach's life, Contrapunctus IX is an exciting double fugue that has been adapted to provide an exciting and challenging work for the modern concert band-wind ensemble. Full of independence throughout, every part is important and all sections get plenty of chances to shine in this powerful arrangement which will be a true showcase for better bands. An impressive choice for any concert or contest performance!
SKU: CL.012-3683-75
Ye Olde English Hunt comes to life through this colorful and humorous musical portrait. The opening pastoral scene is augmented with bird whistles, duck calls, and whatever wildlife your percussion section can conjure up. A series of trumpet calls, followed by a chorus of A Hunting We Will Go leads us into the frenzy of the hunt, complete with barking dogs and the galloping of horse hooves. Great fun for the band and especially your audience, this is a lighter, tongue in cheek selection for all.
SKU: CL.012-3431-01
SKU: CL.012-4119-01
Sands of the Sahara paints a breathtaking and dramatic picture of the desolation, intrigue, culture, and storied history of the north Africa landscape. At the start, special percussion effects mimic the sounds of the wind, while a mysterious, faraway flute melody calls to mind an oasis in the desert. Abruptly, a bold theme is introduced by the full band, and leads to the driving rhythms and exotic themes that further propel and sustain the rest of the piece. Concluding, the introduction is briefly restated, and the piece ends in a stunning tour-de-force of color and intensity. Perfect for concert or contest, Sands of the Sahara will showcase your entire band with excitement and enthusiasm.
SKU: CL.012-3690-01
Noted composer James Swearingen offers a personal tribute to a dear friend's passing with this highly emotional work. Beautiful themes coupled with the hymn, All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name, provide the perfect opportunity to reflect on the importance of people who touch our daily lives. You'll appreciate the way this popular composer scores his music, and the inclusion of an optional handbell choir for four people is a creative addition to a piece that is simply stunning in its overall design. Very uplifting and very appropriate for any school or band that recently has lost a friend..
SKU: CL.012-4240-01
It's 1897 in New York City. A young girl writes to the editor of the New York Sun questioning the existence of Santa Claus. The classic editorial response Yes, Virginia has charmed generations of families during the yuletide season. Robert W. Smith has set this inspiring text to music for performance at any holiday concert. Featuring a narrator, the band setting includes holiday favorites that bring these famous words to life. Why not ask your principal or superintendent to perform with the band this year? Suitable for performance by ensembles at many levels, Yes, Virginia reminds us all of the wonders of the holiday season as seen through a child's eyes!
SKU: CL.012-3160-75
SKU: CL.012-3688-75
Visions of Australia' is a musical panorama paying tribute to the epochs in Australia's history from its Aboriginal predecessors through to its 'yet to be determined' future. The journey begins with a tribute to Australia's aboriginal past, the arrival of the British Navy and the establishment of the first colony on the shores of Sydney Harbour. The journey then meanders through to the development of electricity and communication, through the wars and to the present. Following a brief reflection on the past, the music concludes with a stirring and patriotic march-like section representing a confident and bold future. The work is a great challenge for all sections of the band and will be easily accessible to any audience. Download the didgerido sound file for use in your performance: http://www.barnhouse.com/samples/mp3/012-3688-99.mp3.
SKU: CL.012-2396-01
A melodic solo for either Alto Sax or Trumpet (it would also sound great on flugelhorn) with band. The solo parts are medium in difficulty and the band parts are slightly easier. Originally written to be performed as a second movement to Daydreams, this writers earlier solo with band piece which has proven so popular. Excellent program material for you to show off one of your best students or to use when you bring in a guest soloist. This is very nice!
SKU: CL.012-2437-00
A rousing concert march from noted film and TV composer Lennie Niehaus that is sure to delight! While written in the traditional march form, the composers flair for contemporary rhythms and harmonies gives Jubilee March a unique and exciting sound that is sure to appeal. Perfect for concert or contest use.
SKU: CL.012-4984-01
Commissioned by the El Dorado, Kansas Municipal Band to commemorate its centennial concert season, this dramatic concert fanfare is a magnificent show-stopper! The bold interplay between brass, woodwinds and percussion provides each section a leading role in this incredibly heroic and energetic work, making it an important and highly effective addition to concert band repertoire, especially as a concert opener or closer. This masterful work by Ed Huckeby is destined to become a standard which will endure the test of time! Brilliant!
SKU: CL.012-4984-00
SKU: CL.012-2787-01
A distinctive new concert march with a delightfully fresh sound from the pen of popular composer Ed Huckeby. Perfect for contest or concert use, it's full of the compositional trademarks that have made Huckeby's music so popular around the world. Delightful!
SKU: CL.012-4702-01
Excerpted from French composer Jules Massenet’s opera Thais, this beautiful setting of Meditation has been arranged for flute solo with concert band. Feature your outstanding flautist or guest artist with this lovely work. The band accompaniment requires a minimal amount of rehearsal and preparation, and provides a great opportunity to showcase your soloist. Stunning!
SKU: CL.012-4203-75
The brilliant clarinet solo Luisa di Montfort has been a staple of clarinet solo repertoire for decades, and this band accompaniment for the Barnhouse Spotlight series now allows you to feature your clarinet soloist or guest artist on this popular solo. The accompaniment is scored at a grade 3 level and designed to be prepared with a minimum of rehearsal time. First-rate in every way!
SKU: CL.012-3677-01
Steven Reineke’s Merry Christmas, Everyone! is a masterful arrangement of several classic and well known Christmas carols may be performed by band alone; band with SATB choir; or with an audience Sing-along! Versatile and impressive, you’ll want to close your holiday concert with this Christmas spectacular every year. Our highest recommendation!
SKU: CL.012-4003-01
Barat’s Andante and Allegro has been a staple of trombone solo repertoire for decades, and now the Allegro has been excerpted and arranged for the Barnhouse Spotlight series by Andrew Glover. An excellent solo to showcase your trombone, euphonium B.C., euphonium T.C., or horn soloist. Band accompaniment is a grade 3, and comes together with a minimum amount of rehearsal time. Solo part is grade 4. A great solo showpiece!
SKU: CL.012-4203-01
SKU: CL.012-4559-75
Mark Twain's colorful characters come to musical life in A Tom Sawyer Portrait! The journey begins in St. Petersburg, Missouri, with a jaunty musical portrayal of Tom and Huck and a ragtime sequence which depicts the sleepy river town. An Americana-style ballad follows that is tender, lyrical and poignant. This segues into a no holds barred blues section representing the mighty Mississippi. The Portrait concludes with our heroes' return, featuring a recap of the opening theme augmented in the brass and accompanied by woodwind runs and exciting percussion. This is a great selection for the concert band that demands solid musicianship but will reward students for their efforts!
SKU: CL.012-3878-01
A very effective opening or closing to your holiday program, Christmas Declaration is a brilliant musical statement for the concert band. Based upon traditional carols, this unique setting is very appropriate for all concert bands including those with a more limited instrumentation. Easy to prepare, yet very effective, Christmas Declaration will be a favorite of both the audience and band!
SKU: CL.012-3528-01
This concert work combines a bold and noble opening with a fresh, vibrant multi-metered allegro section which presents a unique challenge to everyone in the ensemble. Commissioned to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the International Music Camp which is held annually at the Peace Gardens on the border of North Dakota and Canada, this work establishes a celebratory tone from the very beginning. A fugue-like interlude midway through the Allegro section brings a unique flavor to this composition. Your students, audiences will love this new composition which is an excellent choice for concert or festival performances. Highly recommended!
SKU: CL.012-4112-75
Originally written by Vaughan Williams as a vocal setting of a sonnet by Dante Gabriel Rossini, this beautiful art song makes a dramatic musical statement through it flowing melodic lines and creative harmonies. Ed Huckeby has transformed this classic into a magnificent work for concert band, with colorful scoring featuring the woodwind choir as well as vulnerable, yet very playable, melodic lines in the horns and trumpets. Silent Noon is destined to become a new standard in the portfolio of great bands around the world.
SKU: CL.012-4559-01
Mark Twain’s colorful characters come to musical life in A Tom Sawyer Portrait! The journey begins in St. Petersburg, Missouri, with a jaunty musical portrayal of Tom and Huck and a ragtime sequence which depicts the sleepy river town. An Americana-style ballad follows that is tender, lyrical and poignant. This segues into a no holds barred blues section representing the mighty Mississippi. The Portrait concludes with our heroes’ return, featuring a recap of the opening theme augmented in the brass and accompanied by woodwind runs and exciting percussion. This is a great selection for the concert band that demands solid musicianship but will reward students for their efforts!
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